Learn to Fly
15+ years of trial, error, and triumph in the world of travel rewards. Here's everything I've learned about maximizing points, booking award flights, and turning everyday spending into extraordinary trips.
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American Express Platinum Losing SiriusXM From Digital Entertainment Credit
American Express quietly removed SiriusXM as a partner for the $20 monthly Digital Entertainment Credit as of May 8th, 2024
US Airlines Raise Checked Baggage Fees
American, Alaska, JetBlue, and United all raise checked baggage fees
Chase Freedom Q1 2024 Bonus Categories
Chase is back with their bonus categories for the first quarter of 2024
Review: Chase Sapphire Reserve
Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve the king of credit cards? I’d argue that it isn’t anymore.
Upside: Easy Way to Get Cash Back for Gas
Upside: Easy way to earn cash back on gas purchases
Using Points to Pay for Flights: Why You Probably Shouldn’t
Using Points to Pay for Flights: Why You Probably Shouldn’t
What is Global Entry?
Skip the long line at customs by enrolling in Global Entry. One of the added benefits is that it comes with TSA PreCheck.
What is TSA PreCheck?
Outside of flight delays, going through security at an airport can be one of the most frustrating things about travel. However, thanks to TSA PreCheck it can make these two things much more manageable and save you tons of time.
Review: Bilt Mastercard. Best Card for Renters
The Bilt Mastercard is an unbelievably great card that allows you to earn transferable points for rent payments. Best of all there is no fee to do so and the card has no annual fee either!
Buying Points: When Does it Make Sense
Buying points can make a lot of sense to top off your balance for an award or even to buy all the points needed for a flight.
Booking Award Flights 102
Booking Award Flights 102: Using positioning flights to score the best awards
Review: Chase Freedom Unlimited
The Chase Freedom Unlimited is one of the best cards with no annual fee
Review: Chase Freedom Flex
The Chase Freedom Flex offers 5% back or 5x points on rotating quarterly categories
What Do I Do With a Card I Don’t Use?
It may not always make sense to cancel a credit card. Here are some things you should think about before calling in to cancel.
The Capital One Venture X Business card is one of the most straightforward business cards out there. You’ll earn double miles on ALL purchases. With a 150,000 mile welcome bonus, this card is a no brainer for business owners.