Since its merger with US Airways, American Airlines has maintained two different issuers. However, that will no longer be the case soon, as AAdvantage consolidates card offerings under one issuer. Of course, returning to the status quo for the rest of the industry could mean changes for all AAdvantage cardholders. … [Read more...] about AAdvantage Consolidates Card Offerings
Citi Cards
Two Issuers Up Their Trusted Traveler Fee Credit
As we all know, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection is going to bump up the fees of virtually all their trusted traveler programs with the exception of TSA PreCheck. The biggest question that followed was what would happen to credit card fee credits. Well, I'm happy to report that two issuers up their trusted traveler fee credits. … [Read more...] about Two Issuers Up Their Trusted Traveler Fee Credit
My 2023 Card Strategy
As has been the case over the past few years, my overall collection of credit cards continues to decline. I don't think that trend will continue this year, as the mix of cards in my wallet should hold steady, but my spending strategy will be different this year. So let's cover my 2023 card strategy. … [Read more...] about My 2023 Card Strategy
Saying Buh-Bye to my Citi AAdvantage Cards!
Hot on the heals of my Amex Platinum cancelation, I'm making more cuts. So, this time, I'm saying buh-bye to my Citi AAdvantage cards. After all, it makes absolutely no sense for me to keep paying the annual fee on the card. … [Read more...] about Saying Buh-Bye to my Citi AAdvantage Cards!
Citi Cardholder Benefits Cuts Go Into Effect
Judging by the changes we've seen over the past year, I'd assume all is not well with Citi. And one of their most extensive changes just went into effect. So, let's go over the Citi cardholder benefits cuts. … [Read more...] about Citi Cardholder Benefits Cuts Go Into Effect
How to Travel to Hawaii for Just 15,000 Miles
That's right, today we're going to discuss how to travel to Hawaii for just 15,000 miles roundtrip. It's an amazing deal for sure, but there are many hoops to jump through to get it. So it's up to you if its worth it! … [Read more...] about How to Travel to Hawaii for Just 15,000 Miles
Hawaii Credit Card Award Travel Guide 2019
Last year, I did a few Hawaii credit card award travel guides thanks to all the changes in cards. But a lot has changed since then, so it's time for another update! Check out my Hawaii credit cards award travel guide 2019 edition. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Credit Card Award Travel Guide 2019
Protect Yourself When Traveling
Inclimate weather has been an increasingly common issue, which in turn causes many travel-related issues. But there are ways to protect yourself when traveling, or at least mitigate the impacts of weather. And best of all, most of you probably already have these coverages! … [Read more...] about Protect Yourself When Traveling
Earn Hawaii Award Travel with Credit Cards Post Korean
Things are going to be very different without Korean SkyPass as an Ultimate Rewards transfer partner. But there are still great values available, so let's look at the best way to earn Hawaii award travel with credit cards. … [Read more...] about Earn Hawaii Award Travel with Credit Cards Post Korean
My 2018 Credit Card Strategy 2.0
We're midway through 2018, and much has changed. So let's take a look at my 2018 credit card strategy 2.0. … [Read more...] about My 2018 Credit Card Strategy 2.0