View from the Wing
The Biggest Mistake People Make When Choosing A Rewards Credit Card
Everyone debates which credit card is “best,” but most people are solving the wrong problem. This simple framework cuts through the noise, showing how to decide which card actually fits your spending, benefits, and goals.
Your Mileage May Vary
Do Hotel Restaurants Code as Dining or Travel? It’s Not Always What You Think
If you collect points and miles, you probably try to use the best credit card for every purchase. In theory, that sounds easy enough. In practice, it can get a…
Monkey Miles
Bilt adds credit card referrals
Bilt debuted 3 new credit cards early in 2026 as part of their Bilt 2.0 relaunch. I personally have the Bilt Palladium ( Rates & Fees)  and have racked up a ton of points on housing and the points accelerator. I’ve been holding back on posting a Bilt credit card...
TravelUpdate
Wow! Kirby Recently Pitched Trump The Idea Of A Possible United-AA Merger
Yes, you read that right. Scott Kirby was indeed pitching an idea to Trump about a possible merger of American Airlines and United Airlines.
View from the Wing
I Pay $2,600 In Fees For Four Credit Cards — And Still Come Out Ahead
Paying thousands of dollars a year in credit card annual fees sounds irrational. But by stacking the right premium cards — and actually using the benefits — it’s possible to come out far ahead.
Miles To Memories
(New Offers) Targeted Chase Spending Offers: Earn Up To 7x More Points
The targeted Chase My Bonus quarterly spending offers are back with the new quarter. We have a way to check to see if you're targeted.
TravelUpdate
American Express Platinum Card Changes 2026: Update List + Key Dates
American Express has announced a total of 5 changes on the American Express Platinum Card in 2026, here's what we know so far...
Monkey Miles
The new Atmos Alaska Airlines Credit Card Offers – up to “125k” points + 50% flight discount code
The best Alaska Airlines Credit Card Offers Alaska Airlines debuted a new loyalty program ( Atmos Rewards ) and 3 new card offerings with very attractive offers. Personally, I think the top tier premium $395 “Summit” is the most attractive; however, many of you will prefer the $95 annual fee...
Eye of the Flyer
What to Do First With This Popular Gold Rewards Card
Many cardholders miss out on hundreds of dollars in annual statement credits simply because they don't know how to enroll or where to use them. I watched a family member leave points on the table for years before finally asking for help. Here's everything you need to know about actually...
2PAXfly
THAILAND: Travel insurance for tourists may become compulsory
Thai authorities are moving toward making travel insurance mandatory for all foreign visitors, as hospitals struggle with rising unpaid medical bills from tourists. It’s not law yet, but according to the Bangkok Post, the direction for travellers is clear, so Australians should take note. Why Thailand is cracking down The...
Live from a Lounge
BOBCARD Etihad Guest Premium Credit Card: Up to 15,000 Miles on Signup in April 2026
Etihad Guest and BOBCARD have launched a new signup offer on their newly launched co-brand credit card, the best one, so far.
2PAXfly
LOYALTY: Will travellers pay the price for the crack down on card fees in Australia?
Australian travellers’ love affair with points-earning credit cards could be heading for turbulence, as the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) tightens the screws on card payment fees. On the surface, it sounds like good news: lower costs for merchants, potentially fewer surcharges at checkout, and a fairer payments system. But...
Points Miles and Bling
Credit Card Welcome Bonuses in Canada Are Getting Worse
The trend in credit card sign-up bonuses in Canada is that they are less straightforward than they used to be.…
Traveling For Miles
A change of home means I need to review my credit card portfolio
For reasons that have nothing to do with the miles and points world, I'm now spending considerably less time in the United States than ever before (I may not set foot in the United States this year), and that change means that it's time to take a closer look at...
Dots, Lines, & Destinations
DLD 576: What’s the limit?
How much is too much change? How much is too much risk? How much is too many flights? We'll likely never know, but many seem to be trying to find out right now.