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I don’t renew American Express Platinum Card® every year because of airport lounge access or hotel elite status. Instead, the benefit that goes the furthest toward justifying the card’s $895 annual fee (see rates and fees) is the card’s hotel statement credit. Cardmembers receive up to $600 in hotel statement credits per calendar year (allotted […]

Many travel credit cards feature excellent welcome bonuses for new cardholders. However, you generally need to spend a particular amount on your new card within a specific time period to earn the bonus — and this required spending may exceed what you would typically spend on credit cards. As such, we frequently get the question:

Seven years later, Delta Air Lines is returning to Narita. Next spring, Delta will bring back nonstop service to the Tokyo airport from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). It’ll give the carrier two nonstop Tokyo routes from SeaTac when the daily flights begin on March 27, 2027. But the route will have bigger symbolic meaning for

You might want to add authorized users to your travel credit cards for many reasons. For example, your authorized users can help you hit a minimum spending requirement to earn a welcome offer, or you might want to build your child’s credit history early on. But some cards also offer authorized users many of the

With more than 9,000 properties across more than 35 brands worldwide, Marriott Bonvoy offers plenty of ways to earn free hotel stays. Whether you’re looking for a premium travel card, a no-annual-fee option or a business card, Marriott’s cobranded credit card lineup has something to offer. While some current welcome offers are stronger than others,

Goodness knows I’ve made some questionable design and decor choices in my time. There was the all-leather living room set that made my tiny studio apartment look like a sleazy bachelor pad — and let me tell you, sitting on leather furniture during a hot L.A. summer is not where you want to be. Then,

American Airlines is beginning to offer premium economy on a growing number of domestic flights. As a result, the carrier is changing its complimentary upgrade policy. On certain domestic routes, the airline will restrict AAdvantage elite status upgrades to business class. Beginning Aug. 25, if you’re booked in economy, you can get upgraded to a

If you’re planning an international trip, one of the easiest ways to save money is by using a credit card that charges no foreign transaction fees. Many credit cards add foreign transaction fees of around 3% every time you make a purchase abroad. While that might not sound like much, those charges can add up

Alaska Airlines offers a little-known way to save up to 50% on award tickets to places like Australia, Fiji, Italy, Japan and French Polynesia. Through the carrier’s monthly “Atmos Members Day” promotion, Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards members have access to special perks, including recurring “Global Getaways” offers. With these, members can score some spectacular deals.

If you’re a Wells Fargo cardholder, you may want to get familiar with the Wells Fargo Travel portal. The Wells Fargo Travel portal provides cardholders with access to book flights, hotels, car rentals and activities. You can redeem your Wells Fargo Rewards points, use your card to pay or combine the two. You can also