Bank transfer bonuses are promotions offered by banks that allow you to transfer your credit card points to a travel partner and get an additional bonus. Typically, points transfer at a 1:1 ratio (with a few exceptions). However, with a transfer bonus, you get a certain percentage more. For example, if you transfer 10,000 bank […]

The Companion Pass is a popular offer from Southwest Airlines that allows you to bring a companion for free on all of your Southwest flights. You only have to pay the taxes, which are usually just $5.60. Typically, it requires 135,000 points to earn a Companion Pass. However, right now, you can earn the pass […]

American Express cards are some of the most popular options among points and miles enthusiasts. There are many cards to choose from, and once you’re in Amex’s good graces, they like to send targeted offers so you can keep earning points. Two of my favorite Amex cards are the American Express® Gold Card and the […]

Who doesn’t love sitting in an airport lounge on a comfy seat, having free food and drinks away from the hoards of people in the rest of the airport? Before points and miles, I had no idea that regular people could get lounge access. Ha! I thought it was only for people flying Business or […]

For years, my go-to premium travel card has been the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card. It has the lowest fee of all the premium cards, and it previously gave us lounge access for our whole family. But lounge access has changed and now includes only the cardholder. This opened the door for a […]

It’s no secret that Hyatt is my favorite hotel chain. Points can be earned in a variety of ways, award nights cost less than at other chains, and they’re the only one that still uses an award chart, making it easy to plan stays. Hyatt also has Free Night Awards which can be earned in […]