Should I get a travel credit card that earns points, miles or both?
The right travel credit card ultimately depends on the type of traveler you are.
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Nov 29, 2023
Travel Credit Card Advice
Read up on the latest travel credit card advice from the team at Bankrate. We'll help you navigate all of the travel rewards programs out there and help you pick out a card (or several) that can help you reach your travel goals.
Our Latest Travel Advice
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Why October is the best time to apply for a Southwest Rapid Rewards card
This is the perfect time to work toward a Southwest Companion Pass.
4 min read Nov 27, 2023 -
Chase Freedom Flex vs. Chase Sapphire Preferred
Find out which Chase credit card is best for your spending habits.
8 min read Nov 23, 2023 -
How to choose an airline card
Is an airline credit card right for you? Here’s how to choose the best option.
5 min read Nov 20, 2023 -
Under the radar card to consider: Citizens Bank Cash Back Plus
The Citizens Bank Cash Back Plus Mastercard provides 1.8 percent cash back, and might even be more rewarding than a 2 percent cash back card. Find out the card’s perks, and if it’s right for your [...]
3 min read Nov 17, 2023 -
American Express Gold vs. Platinum
Unique rewards rates and cardholder perks set these two cards apart.
10 min read Nov 16, 2023 -
Amex Platinum authorized user benefits guide
Learn how to add an authorized user to your Amex Platinum Card and have access to many of the same lucrative travel benefits.
8 min read Nov 14, 2023 -
Guide to IHG rewards points value
The IHG Rewards Club is worth considering if you’re traveling with any of IHG’s brands. But what are the points actually worth?
4 min read Nov 06, 2023 -
Best ways to use 100,000 points
Find out some awesome ways to use 100k points, plus where to find them.
5 min read Nov 06, 2023 -
Chase Slate vs. Chase Freedom Flex
Chase Slate Edge and Chase Freedom are two good credit cards that serve vastly different purposes.
8 min read Nov 03, 2023 -
Which rewards credit card is best for me?
Find a credit card that aligns with your spending pattern to reap the rewards
4 min read Oct 31, 2023 -
When 1.5% cash back is better than 2%
1.5 percent may provide more value once you unpack the entire rewards structure.
3 min read Oct 30, 2023 -
How I used my Ink Business Preferred card’s sign-up bonus
Find out how one writer redeemed her points for international travel.
3 min read Oct 30, 2023 -
Which credit cards earn rewards for Airbnb and VRBO stays?
Learn some of the best ways to earn cash back on Airbnb and VRBO.
8 min read Oct 25, 2023 -
Hawaiian Airlines HawaiianMiles rewards program guide
The Hawaiian Airlines rewards program, HawaiianMiles, offers a way for people who travel frequently with the airline to earn rewards, free flights and elite status perks.
8 min read Oct 24, 2023 -
Best Western Rewards guide
The Best Western Rewards program features plenty of attractive benefits.
6 min read Oct 20, 2023 -
A hot travel trend – the “hush” getaway: Expert tips ahead of holiday travel
Planning a hush getaway this holiday season? Here’s what you need to know.
7 min read Oct 19, 2023 -
What is TSA PreCheck? Everything you need to know
TSA PreCheck is a program that lets you breeze through airport security lines
5 min read Oct 13, 2023 -
How do travel credit cards work?
Earning travel rewards with credit cards can help offset travel expenses.
10 min read Oct 12, 2023 -
Guide to Marriott Bonvoy
Here’s how frequent hotel-goers can earn and redeem rewards with Marriott Bonvoy.
7 min read Oct 12, 2023
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