My collection of credit cards with annual fees has shrunk considerably over the past few years. However, one super-premium card has managed to keep it's place in my wallet, at least for now. And since its annual fee posted recently, it's time for my Chase Sapphire Reserve 2024 review. … [Read more...] about Chase Sapphire Reserve 2024 Review
Travel Credit Cards
Activate: Chase Freedom Q3 2024 Bonus Categories
The Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex summertime bonus categories have been revealed. And, I'm going to be honest, they're kind of a letdown. In fact, one category has been broken up into two for this quarter. Nevertheless, it's time to activate the Chase Freedom Q3 2024 bonus categories. … [Read more...] about Activate: Chase Freedom Q3 2024 Bonus Categories
Chase Sapphire Lounge is Coming to LAX
JP Morgan Chase has been busy building out its own airport lounges. However, most of that has been focused on the U.S. East Coast and international destinations - that is, until now, as a Chase Sapphire Lounge is coming to LAX, LAS, SAN, and PHX. … [Read more...] about Chase Sapphire Lounge is Coming to LAX
Hilton Honors Surpass 2024 Review
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
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!
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
New for 2024 Mastercard Benefits
Everyone is familiar with credit card benefits from card issuers, such as the Chase Sapphire Reserve's $300 annual travel credits. But card networks also provide benefits, and I'm not talking about concierge services or hotel discounts. So let's go over the new for 2024 Mastercard benefits. … [Read more...] about New for 2024 Mastercard Benefits
Chase Devalues Its Priority Pass Benefit
For some time now, Chase has offered the best flavor of Priority Pass Select membership for its cardholders. Unfortunately, that's going to change as Chase devalues its Priority Pass benefit. … [Read more...] about Chase Devalues Its Priority Pass Benefit
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