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Why I Stopped Caring About the Chase 5/24 Rule
The Chase 5/24 Rule is one of the most infamous credit card application rules in the industry. Click here to see why I stopped caring about it.
A long tale of the airline ticket that became less impressive over time thanks to changes
When I can remember an airline ticket’s booking reference off the top of my head it means there…
Taking Inventory: What Credit Cards Does PYCR Have? (May 2022)
This post details my own credit card inventory discusses how I play my cards right. Click here to see which credit cards I have...
Is the Maldives really worth it? Here’s my experience
I just came back after a week in the Maldives. I thought of writing what's on the mind of many travelers - Is the Maldives really worth it?
One thing many in the miles & points community are dead wrong about
Miles & points are a great vehicle to fulfill our travel goals, but many in our community seem fixated with & often wrong about one thing.
Review: First Day Without Mask Mandate, United E175 First Class
Background: I needed a return flight from Hawaii and I wanted to continue flying on the 777-300ER with…
Guide: How to Get an instant card number from Amex upon approval
Upon approval, Amex issues an instant card number to certain customers who qualify. Here's how you can get yours too.
Hello? Can This Hotel Booking Process Enter The 21st Century, Please?
The 90s called (or maybe faxed?) and want their process back. Why does booking a stay with the Wyndham Earner reward night discount have to be this difficult? It's the 21st century. You shouldn't have to pick up the phone.
Crazy: I’ve Logged Over 10,000 Flight Miles On This Super Short Route
I hit quite a milestone this year in my number of local airport flight miles. Turns out I've clocked over 10,000 on the same little hop! That's a lot of butt-in-seat miles in CRJ-200s!
I just booked a trip that was on my bucket list!
I just booked a trip to a destination that has been on my bucket list for a long time. Spoiler Alert: It's not the Maldives