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INSIDER SECRET: You can redeem your Citi ThankYou points in many ways, including for gift cards and cash back. But arguably the best way to get the most value out of your points is to transfer them to any of Citi’s airline travel partners. If you’re new to Citi ThankYou points, and want a card …
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Chase Ultimate Rewards is the top flexible points program for many because you can transfer points (usually instantly) at a 1:1 ratio to Chase airline and hotel partners like United Airlines and JetBlue. And it’s easy to earn Chase Ultimate Rewards points with cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card or Ink Business Preferred Credit …
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How much are your points really worth? It’s an important question in gauging which cards can get you the most bang for your buck. Luckily, American Express Membership Rewards points are easy to earn and have lots of value. On average, you can get a val…
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Citi is an MMS advertising partner. American Airlines miles are excellent frequent flyer miles to earn. They’ve got a lot of domestic hubs and international flights you can book with miles, as well as plenty of cards that earn American Airlines miles. You can rack up a tons of miles using cards like the Citi® …
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One of the most useful and flexible rewards programs is American Express Membership Rewards. It’s no wonder that a number cards that earn Membership Rewards points top our list of the best Amex cards and the best credit cards for travel. You can …
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Here at Million Mile Secrets, we’re all about getting Big Travel with miles and points earned from the best travel credit cards. But even if you’re interested in cold, hard cash, you can earn a huge bonus from the Chase Ink Business Preferred Card. The Ink Business Preferred is our favorite for small business owners, …
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While some credit cards, like the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite™ Mastercard® and Delta Reserve for Business Credit Card, used to offer folks unlimited free access to Admirals Club or Delta SkyClub lounges whenever they were at the airport, many major airlines are now restricting access to their lounges unless you have a ticketed …
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The American Airlines award chart has a frequently overlooked sweet spot that can make excellent sense for folks who book short trips. And even better, you can use the welcome bonus from the American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card to book these flights! Short-haul non-stop flights on American Airlines which are 500 miles or less within …
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Miles and points earned from the best travel credit cards are the easiest way to travel the world without breaking the bank. I wanted to share how I was able to book a summer vacation for myself and my wife for a fraction of the cost – in fact, we got ~$3,800 in travel for …
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It seems airlines have really been nickel and diming us lately with all their increased fees! Recently, American Airlines jumped on the bandwagon and raised their fee for a first checked bag from $25 to $30. That’s a bummer – unless you have an American Airlines credit card like the Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® …
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In these present times of uncertainty, a common question we often get from readers, friends, and family is: “Should I buy travel insurance for my trip?” The novel coronavirus continues to hold the fort, wreaking havoc on the travel aspirations of all Earthlings for still perhaps weeks and weeks into the future. Is travel insurance …
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Have you ever found a great deal on an award flight, but as soon you go to book it, you’ll realize that you are a few points short? Sometimes you can purchase miles directly to top off your balance, but that becomes very expensive and negates the fun part, which is Big Travel with Small …
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A lot of changes, including new or revamped credit cards, are coming with the Marriott and Starwood merger. One of the cards I have my eye on is the Starwood Preferred Guest® Business Credit Card from American Express, which now comes with a limited-time welcome offer of 100,000 Marriott points after spending $5,000 on purchases …
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The Chase Freedom® is a no-annual-fee credit card which currently comes with a $150 cash bonus after spending $500 on purchases within the first three months of account opening. With the card, you’ll earn 5% cash back on up to $1,500 in combined purchases in bonus categories which rotate each quarter when you activate them. This …
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In the world of miles and points, a few cards rise to the top in the ultra-premium category. These cards typically come with very large welcome bonuses, a slew of great travel perks, and a high annual fee. But even though the annual fees on these cards are substantial, the value you get from all …
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Right now, the Ink Business Cash℠ Credit Card is offering $500 cash back (50,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points) after meeting minimum spending requirements. That’s the highest sign-up bonus we’ve ever seen for this card, and a terrific deal for a card with no annual fee! And if you have certain other annual-fee Chase cards, you can turn …
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My favorite award currency is Chase Ultimate Rewards points. They are really easy to use and you can redeem them for anything from gift cards to booking travel. Currently, the Ink Business Preferred℠ Credit Card is offering an 80,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards point sign-up bonus after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 …
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One of the best no-annual-fee credit cards that I recommend everyone keep in their wallet is the Chase Freedom Unlimited®. This card is one of the best ways to earn Chase Ultimate Rewards points for every purchase you make! You can turn Chase Ultimate Rewards points into cash back or you use them to book …
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One of my favorite trips so far was traveling the winding roads around Italy’s stunning Amalfi Coast. From the fresh seafood to the crystal clear water to the picturesque views, the Amalfi Coast is something everyone should experience at least once! And with the sign-up bonus you can earn from the no-annual-fee Ink Business Unlimited℠ Credit …
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The Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite™ Mastercard® is currently offering 50,000 American Airlines miles after you complete the card’s minimum spending requirements. You can turn those miles into over $1,000 worth of American Airlines flights! This card comes with a $450 annual fee that is NOT waived the first year. But you’ll get terrific perks, like free Admirals …
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