As you'll recall from my 2018 Strategy 2.0, I recently picked up the American Express Platinum Card. And it's a card I've long been conflicted about because my points strategy is different from many bloggers. I'm even conflicted about writing this review now, but here it is. … [Read more...] about Review: The American Express Platinum Card
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Earning Hawaiian Air Award Flights with Credit Cards
It's been exactly two years since I last went over how to earn HawaiianMiles with credit cards. So, I'm going to revisit this topic, but change it up and talk about earning Hawaiian Air award flights with credit cards. … [Read more...] about Earning Hawaiian Air Award Flights with Credit Cards
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
My Credit Card Strategy for 2018
It's been a while since I did a credit card post, though not much has changed since then. But, here's my credit card strategy for 2018. … [Read more...] about My Credit Card Strategy for 2018
HawaiianMiles Transfer Bonus
For a limited time, get bonus when you transfer American Express Membership Rewards points to HawaiianMiles. … [Read more...] about HawaiianMiles Transfer Bonus
New Premium Amex Card Coming Soon?
When the Citi Prestige launched it was a revolutionary credit card. It offers up to 3x points earning, a flexible $250 airline credit, $100 TSA/Global Entry credit every 5 years, and hotel 4th night free when booking through Citi's concierge service. Then the Chase Sapphire Reserve came out and stole it's thunder with it's $300 annual travel credit, primary rental collision … [Read more...] about New Premium Amex Card Coming Soon?
What’s in My Wallet July 2016
I've said it before, and I said it again, my points and miles strategies differ somewhat from many other bloggers. I don't travel for work, nor do I have much disposable income to throw around. Because of this, I primarily earn miles to redeem for free travel and don't focus much on earning elite status. … [Read more...] about What’s in My Wallet July 2016
Help Me Plan a Trip to South Africa in April of 2014
After hearing all of the gushing reports of South Africa from my friends and other travel bloggers, I knew at some point I would need to visit South Africa myself. That opportunity appears to be coming sooner than later, because my father and I jumped at a deal to stay at the Vuyani Safari Lodge when the property was featured on Jetsetter last month. … [Read more...] about Help Me Plan a Trip to South Africa in April of 2014