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Tips, guides, and trip reports to help you travel better with points.
When Do Credit Card Transfer Bonuses Start? What 363 Data Points Reveal
I tracked 363 transfer bonuses across every major credit card issuer. 53% start on the 1st of the month. Here's how to use that data to maximize your points.
How I Booked $13,000 in Business Class Flights to Asia for $752 and Credit Card Points (2026)
I booked 5 flights across Asia in business class, worth over $13,000, for just $752 out of pocket. Here's every flight, every point transfer, and every program I used.
12 Things I Wish I Knew Before Visiting China (2026 Travel Guide)
Everything you need to know before your first trip to China, from setting up Alipay to getting a Chinese phone number, navigating the visa process, and more. (156 chars)
Amex Platinum Quarterly Credits: How to Use Every Dollar Before They Reset
Your Amex Platinum has $700/year in quarterly credits that reset every 3 months. Here's how to use your Resy dining credit, Lululemon credit, and a gift card trick most people miss.
How to Earn Free Alaska Airlines Atmos Points with San Diego Soccer (2026)
Alaska Airlines is giving away free Atmos points for every San Diego FC and Wave FC home goal this season. Here's how to sign up and what to expect.
Citi ThankYou Points Transfers to iPrefer and Choice Getting Cut April 19, 2026
Citi is cutting transfer ratios to iPrefer by 50% and Choice by 25% on April 19. Here's what's changing and why you should transfer your points now.
Best Credit Card for Gas Right Now: Why a Gas Card Isn't the Answer (2026)
Gas prices are up, but a gas credit card isn't the move. Here's why gas is only 3% of your budget, and the one card that can cut your gas bill in half right now.
How to Get Free Coffee at Capital One Cafés Right Now (No Card Required)
Get free handcrafted coffee at Capital One Cafés right now with their March Madness promotion. No Capital One card needed — just your phone number. Two links for two free drinks.
How to Actually Use British Airways Avios in 2026 (The Transfer Strategy Most People Miss)
British Airways Avios keeps getting devalued, but there's a workaround. Learn how to use transfer bonuses and route Avios through Finnair and Qatar Airways for better deals.
11 Japan Airlines Mileage Bank Tips You Need to Know Before Transferring Points (2026 Guide)
Japan Airlines Mileage Bank is very popular right now, thanks to Capital One, Bilt, and Rove miles transfers. Here are 11 tips to avoid costly mistakes and maximize your JAL miles.
Marriott Credit Card Bonus Eligibility Tool
Determining which Marriott credit card you qualify for can be quite confusing. To simplify the process, I created a tool that helps you easily find out if you're eligible for a bonus by answering a few yes or no questions.
Your Marriott Free Night Awards Just Got an Upgrade
Marriott Bonvoy just increased the points top-off cap on free night certificates from 15,000 to 25,000, meaning your certificates can now book hotels worth up to 60,000, 75,000, or 110,000 points. Here's how to use it and the catches to watch out for.
Bilt 2.0 how to earn points on rent
Bilt 2.0 changed everything. Here's a simple breakdown of Option 1 vs Option 2 for earning points on rent and mortgage, plus what I'm doing with my own setup.