The Points Pundit, Author at TravelUpdate

Coronavirus Impact: Which countries should you avoid traveling to?

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 27, 2020 | News, Travel Tips | 2

Most recently, a Korean Air cabin crew worker tested positive for Coronavirus. This set off alarms, posing the question about safety while traveling.

Sapphire Reserve: Why it’s still the best premium travel credit card

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 26, 2020 | Credit Cards, Reviews and Reports | 6

While not perfect, Chase Sapphire Reserve still leads the pack, even after Chase recently increased the annual fee. Read more to find out why…

The future of the Chase – United partnership

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 25, 2020 | Airlines, Commentary, Loyalty Programs | 0

United’s latest filing spells out the future of their partnership with Chase. United was looking for a sweeter deal, akin to the one Delta got with Amex.

Can you reopen a credit card that you’ve already closed?

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 24, 2020 | Credit Cards, Reviews and Reports | 0

Your travel patterns change or the bank changes benefits. Can you reopen a credit card that you just closed? Can you still get the welcome bonus?

6 reasons you’re losing the Miles and Points game

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 21, 2020 | Commentary, Credit Cards | 3

Are you winning or losing the miles and points game? A few bad habits may put you on the losing side, without you even knowing it.

How to ace the credit card retention offer call

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 20, 2020 | Credit Cards, Deals, Reviews and Reports | 0

You annual fee is due, but you’re not sure if you want to renew for another year. How do you hit the right notes in order get a lucrative retention offer?

Why your shiny metallic credit card is nothing but a gimmick

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 19, 2020 | Credit Cards, Reviews and Reports | 6

You love your fancy metallic credit card. Is it worth it or just is it just a marketing campaign that’s making you sign up and pay that high annual fee?

The highest available Ultimate Rewards welcome bonus

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 18, 2020 | Credit Cards, Deals | 0

This bonus has been around for a while, but we don’t know how long it may last. With with welcome bonus, you’ll earn 80,000 bonus Ultimate Rewards points!

How to redeem Delta SkyMiles for outsized value

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 17, 2020 | Airlines, Credit Cards | 11

Delta SkyMiles often get a bad rap and for good reasons. Here’s how I got outsized value while redeeming my miles, almost 2.5 cents per mile!

Amex Incognito mode showing higher sign-up bonuses

Posted by The Points Pundit | Feb 14, 2020 | Credit Cards, Deals | 2

The incognito mode is a great option to check if you’re looking for a great welcome bonus from Amex. Up 100k in welcome bonuses are currently available.