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Why the Chase Aeroplan® Credit Card Could Be Your Next Points Card
The Chase Aeroplan Credit Card doesn’t get as much attention as I think it deserves! Keep reading to see how it could be a helpful card to have in your wallet.
The New Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: More Ways to Earn, Same $95 Annual Fee
This is the card I started with and the one I recommend to literally everyone. Right now it's back at its all-time high welcome offer AND just got better as an earner — new bonus categories, a doubled hotel credit, and more. Here's my full breakdown.
Ink Business Cash® vs. Ink Business Unlimited®: The Highest-Ever $1,000 Welcome Offer With No Annual Fee
The Ink Business Cash® Credit Card and Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card just hit their highest-ever welcome offers — and neither one has an annual fee. Here's everything you need to know, including how to turn that cash back into travel that's worth way more than $1,000.
American Express Membership Rewards® to Hilton: Why This Transfer Can Be Better Than Most People Think
Everyone has heard the standard advice when it comes to Hilton points:
“Half a cent per point.”
“Not a great transfer partner.”
“Better to use your points elsewhere.”
That perspective is common—but it often overlooks one important detail: American Express Membership Rewards® transfer to Hilton Honors at a 1:2 ratio, meaning every 1 Membership Rewards® point becomes 2 Hilton points.
The New Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card - Here’s What You Need to Know (And Do!)
Chase just announced a refresh of the Sapphire Preferred — and most of it is great news. New earning categories, better credits, stronger protections, same $95 annual fee. But there's one change that Hyatt lovers need to pay attention to, and a short window to do something about it. Here's the full breakdown and exactly what to do.
United Airlines Credit Cards Explained: How to Earn United Miles and Pick the Best Card for Your Family
Here’s how to choose the best United Airlines credit card for families based on how you actually travel!
Amazing Offers on Popular Airline Cards!
I’ve personally used these airline miles for domestic flights, Japan, and Iceland!
The NEW Capital One Venture Business Card (New Offer, Benefits, and Why It Stands Out)
The new Capital One Venture Business card offers up to 150,000 bonus miles, 2X on every purchase, 5X through Capital One Business Travel, and helpful built-in credits. Here’s what to know before you apply.
🚨 My Take on the HUGE Amex Business Platinum & Business Gold New Offers (Up to 300k Points!)
These new elevated offers are some of the highest I’ve seen in a long time — up to 300,000 points from a single welcome offer! Here’s my take on who these are actually a good fit for (and when they make sense)
Budget Airline Travel Tips: How to Save Money with Allegiant & Frontier
Learn how families can save money on flights with budget airlines like Allegiant and Frontier. From buying tickets at the airport to using Discount Den and flash promotions, these simple tips can help you cut travel costs and stretch your vacation budget further.
Everything You Need to Know About the Elevated Marriott & IHG Offers
Hyatt’s award chart changes are a reminder not to rely on just one hotel program. Here’s a breakdown of the elevated Hilton, Marriott, and IHG credit card offers — plus free night certificates and sweet spots to consider.
Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Worth It in 2026? Reasons That Make It Worth a Second Look
Wondering if the Chase Sapphire Reserve® is worth it in 2026? Updated welcome bonus eligibility rules, new hotel credits, and a limited-time $359 WHOOP membership credit may make this premium travel card worth a second look this year.
How to Find Cheap Delta SkyMiles Award Flights (Tips for Getting the Best Deals)
Learn how to find Delta SkyMiles award deals, search flexible dates, and book flights for fewer miles. These practical tips can help you get more value from your SkyMiles on both domestic and international trips.
Updated Chase Sapphire Eligibility Rules
Chase now evaluates Sapphire eligibility on a per-card basis rather than across the Sapphire family. This change allows for more flexibility and means previous eligibility outcomes may no longer apply under the updated rules.
Sapphire Reserve 2026 Hotel Credit Updates: What You Need to Know
As of January 1st 2026, Chase updated the hotel perks on the Chase Sapphire Reserve® and Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business℠, giving cardholders more flexibility with existing credits and introducing an additional hotel credit for stays booked through Chase Travel℠. Here’s what you need to know.
Chase Freedom Unlimited® Review
I constantly get requests for a card that checks these boxes:
✔️ No annual fee
✔️ Not a business credit card
✔️ Low minimum spend
If that sounds like you, the Chase Freedom Unlimited® is absolutely worth a look right now!
Here’s a full breakdown of the current offer, benefits, and whether the Freedom Unlimited is right for you!
Best Capital One Cards for Travelers: Venture, Venture X and Venture X Business Compared
Compare the Capital One Venture, Venture X, and Venture X Business cards to find the best travel rewards card for your goals
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Review
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is one of the best travel credit cards thanks the generous welcome bonus, strong earning rates, and valuable perks. Learn how this $95-annual-fee card can unlock flights, hotel stays, and travel protections that make your points go even further.
My 2 Favorite No Annual Fee Credit Cards!
The Chase Ink Business Cash® and Chase Ink Business Unlimited® are two of the best no-annual-fee business cards on the market.
The main difference? Ink Cash rewards you with high bonus categories (like 5x at office supply stores and internet/cable/phone), while Ink Unlimited keeps it simple with 1.5x points on every purchase. Both are fantastic — and when you pair either card with a premium Chase card, your points can be transferred to travel partners like Hyatt, Southwest, and United for outsized value.
Oh hey, I’m Annie.
I love to travel with my family!
A few years ago, I grew tired of saving and waiting to take those “bigger” vacations with my family.
THAT’S WHEN I FOUND TRAVEL REWARD CREDIT CARDS!
I learned how to use credit card points and miles mostly earned from credit card sign up bonuses to travel for nearly free! Within 18 months, I redeemed over $20,000 worth of travel using credit card points and miles and we took 8 family vacations/trips, including vacations to Hawaii and Walt Disney World! And now, I’m showing you how to do it too.
