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Each year we like to put out the best of the best products we use daily on our travels. Some make it from the previous years but others don’t. When we find something better, we typically switch. Only if we actually use the products do they make it in this Holiday Gift Gadgets post. ITEMS …
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Traveling means leaving your home unoccupied for some length of time. Whether you’re traveling for a long weekend or spending a month away, an unoccupied home can be tempting to opportunistic thieves. Can a home security system be beneficial when you travel? The Importance of a Deterrent Thieves look for houses where they won’t be …
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You have worked hard throughout your life and have accumulated a sufficient amount of retirement savings to make your golden years extra special; the question you need to ask yourself is: how am I going to spend my money? Instead of accumulating unnecessary possessions, you should treat yourself to a relaxing holiday where you can …
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Chase offers many of the best credit cards for travel, like the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (our #1 first credit card for beginners). But the bank also has strict application rules, which makes it difficult to get their rewards credit cards if you open lots of new accounts. If you map out a strategy ahead of …
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Ever since the fall of the Iron Curtain, the Czech Republic has evolved into one of Europe’s most popular travel destinations. To this end, the Czech Republic has fairy tale esque qualities. Castles, chateaus and fortresses seem to be everywhere you look. Everyone who visits the Czech Republic starts with Prague. Prague is the cultural […]
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Hungary is a beautiful country and Budapest is a must see city if visiting. Budapest, once the cities of Buda and Pest, is a cosmopolitan European capital city. This capital has something for everyone, from intense history and showy architecture to healing thermal waters and a great food scene. Not to mention Budapest is an […]
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The clock is ticking for the limited-time Southwest credit card offers. Until February 11, 2019, you can earn the Southwest Companion Pass AND 30,000 Southwest points by applying for just ONE of the below Chase Southwest personal credit cards and spending $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months of account opening: Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card – …
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Using a cash back credit card is a straightforward way to earn rewards for everyday purchases. But most cash back cards cap the amount you can earn – typically 1.5% or 2.0% cash back. So $1,000 in purchases can get you $15 or $20 worth of cash back. On the flip side, the best travel credit …
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Imagine earning thousands of dollars worth of free travel just by doing online shopping for other people. Well, that’s how I continuously earn millions of credit card miles & points! I apply for the best travel credit cards to take advantage of lucrative sign-up bonus offers. Then, I use the cards to make purchases for …
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In anticipation of American Airlines’ quarterly earnings report scheduled for January 24, 2019, the airline announced that their revenue for Q4 2018 and profit for 2018 will be less than previously expected. This isn’t great news if you’re an American Airlines investor. But if you’re a casual or frequent American Airlines flyer, this might be a …
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One of the main reasons my wife recently applied for a limited-time Southwest Companion Pass credit card offer is because we’re looking forward to getting 2-for-1 flights to Hawaii. Unfortunately, the new Southwest flights to Hawaii are on hold due to the partial federal government shutdown. From previous company statements, it seemed like Southwest was hoping …
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My buddy only has one premium credit card – The Platinum Card® from American Express. He loves the flexibility of being able to transfer points to Delta to book award flights. Check out our full review of the AMEX Platinum card to learn about all of the card’s perks. One award booking trick my friend wasn’t …
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Friends and family sometimes look at me with a blank stare when I tell them my favorite US airline is Southwest. They know I love First Class flights, so I can see why it’s news to learn my favorite airline is a “low-cost carrier” with no Business Class seats. But after flying Southwest 100+ times …
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If you live in a city served by Southwest and love to save on airfare, now is the time to apply for one of the limited-time Southwest credit card offers. Through February 11, 2019, you can earn the Southwest Companion Pass AND 30,000 Southwest points by applying for just ONE of the below Chase Southwest personal credit cards …
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Since starting in the miles and points hobby, there’s no question my wife and I have had the most success using Chase Ultimate Rewards points to save on airfare and hotels. We’ve used these flexible points to take an around-the-world honeymoon, family trip to New Zealand and Australia, and most recently used points to book family members …
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After a recent stay at the Ace Hotel & Swim Club in Palm Springs, California, I realized I’ve been missing out on opportunities to use my Chase Ultimate Rewards points to book stays at unique hotels. I typically use points to stay at big chains, like Marriott or Hyatt. But I’ve found chasing status at …
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It’s still early January, but the best airline credit card offer of 2019 might already be here! Until February 11, 2019, you can earn the Southwest Companion Pass AND 30,000 Southwest points by applying for just ONE of the below Chase Southwest personal credit cards and spending $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months …
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My Chase Sapphire Reserve® card definitely gets the most use among any of the travel credit cards in my wallet. I quickly accumulate points because the card offers three Chase Ultimate Rewards points per dollar for travel & dining purchases. The ca…
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For my recent 30th birthday trip, my wife and I used Marriott points to stay free at The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong. In short, we were blown away by our experience at the hotel. The amenities, location, spectacular views, and outstanding service make this hotel worthy of a visit. Our stay was definitely enhanced by getting …
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I get the same exact question nearly everytime I discuss my credit card obsession with someone unfamiliar with the miles & points hobby. They ask “doesn’t having too many credit cards hurt your credit score?” My response is always no. And then I explain how I have 15 travel credit cards and an 835 FICO score. …
