The Hilton HHonors card has been unique amongst hotel loyalty programs in that they have two credit card relationships. However, that is about to change as the Hilton HHonors card goes exclusive in 2018. … [Read more...] about Hilton HHonors Card Goes Exclusive
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What’s in My Wallet July 2016
I've said it before, and I said it again, my points and miles strategies differ somewhat from many other bloggers. I don't travel for work, nor do I have much disposable income to throw around. Because of this, I primarily earn miles to redeem for free travel and don't focus much on earning elite status. … [Read more...] about What’s in My Wallet July 2016
Costco Switchover Day
Today is the long awaited day. It's Costco switchover day! Beginning today, Costco official begins accepts of Visa credit cards. As you may remember, in a surprising turn of events Citi purchased the Costco portfolio from Amex. This stunning blow cost Amex 10% of its entire portfolio. Amex not only lost exclusive rights to Costco, but all of the cardholder accounts were … [Read more...] about Costco Switchover Day
Hawaiian Airlines Inter-Island Flights
In my last post I discussed Domestic Flights to Hawaii, so this time I'm going to talk about flying inter-island on Hawaiian Airlines. Why? Because, if you really want to maximize your Hawaiian vacation, it's best to visit multiple islands, which requires flying. Of course, some may end up flying simply because of a lack of direct flights to the island they're visiting. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Inter-Island Flights
Golfing with Delta and American Express at Hazeltine National Golf Club
Hazeltine National Golf Club has hosted several major US Golf tournaments, including the US Open in 1970 and 1991 and the 2002 and 2009 PGA Championship. As a native Minnesotan and some-time golfer, Hazeltine is one of those courses that one never imagines they will have the opportunity to play. It just seems too far out of reach to golf at a private course that hosts major … [Read more...] about Golfing with Delta and American Express at Hazeltine National Golf Club
[Friday Photo] Ominous Clouds Over the Sydney Opera House
Sydney, Australia is a special place for me, because that is where I asked Mrs. Jeffsetter to marry me in 2011. In looking for photos to use in today's Photo Friday, I thought it would be fun to feature one of the photos we took in Sydney and Cairns during that 2011 trip. … [Read more...] about [Friday Photo] Ominous Clouds Over the Sydney Opera House
[Reader Question] How Do I Downgrade an American Express Gold Card?
The following is a reader question from Sara in Chicago, IL. Sara asks: My husband and I recently took advantage of the large signup bonus offers for the American Express Gold Card. As we approach the 1 year mark, we are wondering how to keep our Membership rewards points without paying an annual fee. Is there a way that we can make this happen? While I have not done this … [Read more...] about [Reader Question] How Do I Downgrade an American Express Gold Card?
Should You Upgrade Your Amex Credit Card?
Recently I have been subject to email marketing campaigns from American Express to "Upgrade" two cards that I have with them. You may have received an email like these as well: I have a basic Hilton Honors American Express card for my business and I have been invited to "upgrade" my card to the Hilton Honors Surpass card to receive more benefits. … [Read more...] about Should You Upgrade Your Amex Credit Card?
Bluebird, Vanilla Reloads and a Contrarian Perspective
It all started with Frequent Miler posting about one card to rule them all. Then it was everywhere. If you have read any blogs from prominent Frequent Flyers in the past few weeks, you have heard about the new king in town for achieving mileage earning bliss: The American Express Bluebird card (this is not an affiliate link, because no affiliate companies actually write me back … [Read more...] about Bluebird, Vanilla Reloads and a Contrarian Perspective