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
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The Capital One Venture X Isn’t For Me
The blogosphere has been abuzz about the newest premium travel card to hit the market - the Venture X. And while it certainly sounds like a great card, the Capital One Venture X isn't for me. … [Read more...] about The Capital One Venture X Isn’t For Me
Mid-2020 Points and Miles Update
All, we've made it nearly halfway through 2020. But, 2019 might as well have been over a thousand years ago, right? And given the drastically different circumstances, let's do a mid-2020 points and miles update. … [Read more...] about Mid-2020 Points and Miles Update
Why I Got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass
I've had the Amex Hilton Honors card for a little while now, since it was good enough for me at the time of application. But, recently I decided to get another Amex Hilton card. So here's why I got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass card. … [Read more...] about Why I Got the Amex Hilton Honors Surpass
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!
Rapid Rewards Points No Longer Expire
Here's another reason to consider Southwest Airlines over Hawaiian; Rapid Rewards points no longer expire! With this positive change, though, comes some mild negative changes too. … [Read more...] about Rapid Rewards Points No Longer Expire
Earn Bonus Membership Rewards Points for Dining
For a limited time, earn bonus Membership Rewards points for dining. Well, sort of. You'll receive the bonus points for making reservations via Resy and dining out. … [Read more...] about Earn Bonus Membership Rewards Points for Dining
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
2019 World of Hyatt Category Changes Go Live Monday
Just a friendly reminder, the 2019 World of Hyatt Category changes go live on Monday! So make sure you make your award reservations for properties adjusting up NOW. … [Read more...] about 2019 World of Hyatt Category Changes Go Live Monday
My 2019 Credit Card Strategy
I went through most of 2018 without making significant changes to my credit card strategy. But towards the end of the year, I picked up a couple of new cards. So, here's my 2019 credit card strategy. … [Read more...] about My 2019 Credit Card Strategy