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 […]

One of the most common questions I get is, “What about annual fees?” And trust me, I totally understand the question. It does seem a little crazy to pay $100+ just to have a credit card. I mean, why pay to use a card when there are numerous fee-free options available? Or do what we […]

There’s a lot of noise in the points world about squeezing out every last bit of value from your points. About booking overwater villas in Bora Bora or business class suites in the sky. And while those things are dreamy (and doable with points!), I’m going to let you in on a secret: those types […]

While many points and miles programs get more attention, Citi ThankYou® Points often fly under the radar. However, learning how to earn, maximize, and redeem Citi ThankYou® Points can open up valuable travel opportunities. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about this underrated rewards program. Related: Find the best credit […]

Capital One Miles is one of my favorite award programs, just behind Chase Ultimate Rewards®. Capital One Miles are easy to earn through a variety of cards and spending, and they offer a range of redemption opportunities – from transferring to travel partners to covering travel purchases to booking trips through Capital One Travel. Related: […]

So much of the time, you will get way more bang for your buck (points) when you transfer them to travel partners. Each bank has its own set of partners – both hotels and airlines. Additionally, they each have their own way of transferring points. Let’s take a look at why it’s important and then […]