I've held several Hilton Honors cards for a while now. Over the years, they've been a different mix of all three consumer cards. One constant, though, was always the mid-tier flavor. At least, it was until now. So, let's do a Hilton Honors Surpass 2024 review, and I'll get into why I've decided to finally nix this card, too. … [Read more...] about Hilton Honors Surpass 2024 Review
Earning Points and Miles
Alaska Air Visa Signature 2024 Review
My Alaska Visa annual fee hit this past billing cycle - my first under their new, higher annual fee - so I thought it'd be a good idea to revisit the card and its parks with an Alaska Air Visa Signature 2024 review. After all, the last time I did anything remotely similar was in 2022. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Visa Signature 2024 Review
Earn 70k HawaiianMiles!
HawaiianMiles aren't my favorite reward currency, but with the prospect of them turning into Alaska Mileage Plan miles, stockpiling them now isn't a bad idea. So if you're able to, you should take the opportunity to earn 70k HawaiianMiles now to be able to put them to better use in the future. … [Read more...] about Earn 70k HawaiianMiles!
United Airlines Introduces Family Sharing
The points & miles community has long been clamoring for the ability to pool miles amongst family members. Now, that's a reality with one airline, as United Airlines introduces family sharing. However, there is one potentially huge catch, depending on what your travel habits are. … [Read more...] about United Airlines Introduces Family Sharing
Bilt Traded One Oneworld Partner for Another
Last week was a bit of a ride for fans of Bilt. The long story short version of what happens is that Bilt traded one Oneworld partner for another, though there was a few days between the two separate announcements. … [Read more...] about Bilt Traded One Oneworld Partner for Another
Chase Freedom Q2 2024 Bonus Categories
Chase started us off strong this year with grocery stores, fitness clubs/gyms, and self-care in Q1. The next set appears to be equally strong, but with an interesting twist. Let's discuss the Chase Freedom Q2 2024 bonus categories. … [Read more...] about Chase Freedom Q2 2024 Bonus Categories
Alaska Air Visa 70k Sign-Up Bonus
I believe the combined Alaska-Hawaiian loyalty program will have one credit card - the current Alaska Air Visa, which you should all apply for. However, you really should apply now if you haven't already, as there's currently an Alaska Air Visa 70k sign-up bonus! … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Visa 70k Sign-Up Bonus
My 2024 Card Strategy
I had some unexpected changes to my card strategy last year, including an unplanned new addition. My spending pattern also drastically changed. However, I don't foresee quite as large changes in my 2024 card strategy, though I'm also a bit unsure of my use priorities. Alas, in this post, I'll go over what I'm currently planning on. … [Read more...] about My 2024 Card Strategy
Register: Chase Freedom Q1 2024 Bonus Categories
Two weeks! That's all the time we have left in 2023. As such, it's time to register for the Chase Freedom Q1 2024 bonus categories. The categories are very similar to what we got this year, but trades a very useful category for a splurgy, more limited-use one. … [Read more...] about Register: Chase Freedom Q1 2024 Bonus Categories
Earn More United PQPs with Credit Card Spend
It's going to get a little easier to earn MileagePlus Premier status, as you will be able to earn more United PQPs with credit card spend next year. These changes apply to cards issues by both Chase and First Hawaiian Bank. That's right, FHB issues a United credit card - something I totally forgot about until now. … [Read more...] about Earn More United PQPs with Credit Card Spend