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Many Americans have “traveling more” as one of their New Year’s resolutions. Not having enough time or money are the two biggest reasons why people choose not to travel, even though they want to. Here are 3 tips to help you travel more! 3 No-Excuses Ways to Help You Travel More! 1. Visit low-cost destinations Craving …
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Applying for the best credit card for your business can be overwhelming. There are lots of choices out there. And if you have a small business, you may worry about your business being too small to get approved for a dedicated business credit card. But applying for a new business credit card doesn’t have to …
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One of my new year’s travel resolutions for this year is to get the Southwest Companion Pass, which is the best deal in travel. I’ve had the Southwest Companion Pass for at least ~6 years now, and I make it a goal to have it every year I travel! That’s because you can add a designated travel companion …
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American Airlines miles earned from credit cards can help you take that much-needed spring break vacation. While I love the idea of bundling up, the cold weather gets old very quickly. I’m planning an early spring break this year and will be traveling to Mexico to soak up the sun. You can fly on American Airlines to …
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Southwest Airlines has dealt with wi-fi issues in the past. Southwest is changing their wi-fi providers yet again, but it seems like they can do more to improve. The airline came in 5th on Routehappy’s 2018 Wi-Fi Report, with Delta and American taking the top spots. Southwest ended their relationship with Panasonic Avionics and will replace the system with a …
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My partner and I have been dreaming about another family vacation, and are thinking about taking a flight to Mexico to stay in an all-inclusive resort. I found round-trip flights to Mexico for just ~12,000 Southwest points per person. Or you can transfer your Chase Ultimate Rewards points to Southwest Airlines to book these flights. …
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By using the best travel credit cards, you can travel the world like you never thought possible. You can even fly First Class and stay in luxury 5-star hotels for a fraction of the price. We’re sharing our top 5 trips you can take with points earned from the best travel credit cards! Use the Best Travel …
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By traveling super cheap thanks to Chase credit cards, I’ve been able to meet new people and discover new ways of doing things. For the past few years, I’ve been traveling with the best group of women. We love traveling with each other so much that we call ourselves the Travel Wives! Traveling with a …
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I’ve been able to take awesome trips for a fraction of the price thanks to credit card rewards points! In Business School I learned it’s important to diversify your financial investments. And t’s also important to diversify your miles and points. I like having different points in different programs because sometimes it’s cheaper to use …
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Chase just announced 3 new Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards credit card offers. You can earn 30,000 Southwest points AND the Southwest Companion Pass, which will be good through December 31, 2019. You’ll have to spend $4,000 in the first 3 months. You can get the Companion Pass, which is the best deal in travel, for signing up and …
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One advantage of having credit cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express is airport lounge benefits. American Express Platinum cards offer admission to the widest range of lounges through their Global Lounge Collection. Escape Lounges also teamed up with American Express, and American Express Platinum credit cardholders can get free access to lots of lounges, including the super posh Centurion Lounges. …
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Chase credit cards often have some of the best cards for travel. Getting just 2 Chase credit cards means that I’ll have nearly free travel for my designated travel companion for up to 2 years! It doesn’t matter if your flight is booked with points or paid for with cash – your companion flies free! …
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Here’s my Chase credit card strategy for 2019! This coming year, I have a few vacations that I’d like to take, so I’m working on the miles and points to get me there. Credit card rewards can be used to get nearly free airfare and free hotel stays. For example, I took a round-trip flight …
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Applying for a new credit card can be scary. The thought of not getting approved may flash in your mind, with nightmares about a dire credit score ruining your life. But applying for a new credit card doesn’t have to be scary! The best travel credit cards have saved me and my family thousands of …
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Want to enjoy a luxurious hotel stay at a 5-star property for FREE? Then, now is the time to apply for The World of Hyatt Credit Card. The card’s current offer is expiring January 9, 2019. Here’s the deal. The World of Hyatt Credit Card: earn up to 60,000 Hyatt points (worth 2 free nights at 5-star Hyatt …
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In 2018, I took 3 trips that really stand out as my favorite. We took a family trip to Hawaii using American Airlines miles, a vacation to Spain in Business Class with AMEX Membership Rewards points and American Airlines miles, and a couples getaway to Costa Rica with Southwest points! In total, these trips would …
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The day before Thanksgiving, I woke up to a shattered patio door in my office. The sliding glass doors are older, and aren’t energy efficient. My office always seems to be 10-15 degrees colder (or warmer) than the rest of the house. So I took the shattered door as an opportunity to get a new …
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My mom signed up for 2 credit cards in the last month, and the best travel credit cards often come with minimum spending requirements that you have to hit. If you don’t meet the minimum spending requirements (even if you are off by just ~$10!), you will NOT get the welcome bonus. So when I …
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I’ve done a few credit card makeovers for family & friends. I take an inventory of their current credit cards, assess their travel goals, and ask about their credit score. Then, I recommend the best credit cards that fit those key elements. Chase credit cards are among my favorites because it’s extremely easy to use …
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My mom is recently retired, and she doesn’t have a lot of income yet since she hasn’t taken her social security income. But she still wanted to get one of the best Chase credit cards, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card! Fortunately, Chase likes to consider lots of sources of income to help folks get approved. My …
