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How to Use Up American Express Membership Rewards Points
American Express Membership Rewards Points are some of the most valuable transferrable points. Just don't fall for the illusion of choice when redeeming...
Stymied By This Overlooked United Upgrade Detail
After booking award tickets for peak summer travel, I wondered why my son and I didn't qualify for complimentary upgrades. The issue turned out to be...
Tour de France and World Cup Soccer – July Sports in Europe
Hmmmmm..what to do this month? If you are Europe, there are some exciting sports events. Today, Lyon plays…
Why I Won’t Watch Sappy Movies In-Flight Anymore
When I’m on a long haul flight, I typically indulge in a movie or two. Most of them…
T-Mobile International Pass: My Experience in Europe
I have been T-Mobile customer for some time, and I’ve made no secret that I am a fan…
Best Miles And Points For Last-Minute Summer Flights
Looking for a spontaneous escape? Have an unepxected emergency? These are the best miles and points for last-minute flights, summer or not.
HOTEL REVIEW: Alchymist Grand Hotel and Spa – Prague
There’s something slightly worrying about finding a new favorite hotel. You want to share the news with the…
Do You Still Send Postcards?
I had been looking forward to traveling to a particular destination last year. I was telling someone whom…
Which Bay Area Bridges Have Tolls?
New or a visitor to the Bay Area? You may be wondering which Bay Area bridges have tolls. Here is a comprehensive guide to navigating the SF Bay Area.
This retention offer call didn’t go as smoothly as I expected…
I've made calls to Amex before in order to cancel my card. They usually wrap up in 3-4 minutes. I was surprised by the length of this call. It went for over 15 minutes.