We knew this was coming…today, Chase announced new upcoming changes to the Chase Sapphire Reserve card and released information about a new business version of the card. Changes to Chase Sapphire Reserve Personal Card The biggest change is the annual fee. For new applications starting June 23, 2025 and for...

Yesterday, I wrote about our flights to Japan in Premium Economy on Japan Airlines. Coming back to the U.S., my daughter and I flew from Shanghai to DFW on AA in Premium Economy. I was dreading the 14-hour flight home, partly due to the length but also because I assumed...

On my family’s recent trip to Japan and China, four of us had the chance to fly on Japan Airlines in Premium Economy seats. Was the experience worth the extra miles? Absolutely! Booking JAL Premium Economy I booked the Premium Economy award seats almost 12 months in advance with British...

A common focus in the miles and points world is extracting maximum value for our points, often comparing…

While I was traveling around Asia the past few weeks, I tried to stay offline as much as possible so that I could maximize my enjoyment of the trip. So, I’ve been playing catch-up with miles and points news from when I was gone. The biggest story that came out,...

Both Peru and Easter Island (local name Rapa Nui) were on my bucket list for many years, and I finally got a chance to see them with my own eyes. Even better, I got to experience them with my husband and kids. I’m still pinching myself looking at the photos....

I usually publish a list of available transfer bonuses each month at the beginning of the month. However, since I was traveling in Asia the past few weeks, I hadn’t yet done so for June. So, in case you missed it from around the web, here at the June 2025...

My family just returned home from our big summer trip to Japan and China. Overall, it was a great trip! Nobody got sick, we all made it home in one piece, and we experienced many new and exciting things! Over the next few weeks, I’ll write about our flights, hotels...

I'm starting to think I should consider making a plan to cash out all my miles and points for statement credits, Amazon or (barf) gift cards. Should I do ...

A man took to social media to bitterly complain about a crying baby on his Delta Air Lines flight to New York City. But who was actually the little brat in this situation? Who’s The Little Brat? Man Upset At Crying Child On Delta Air Lines Flight Pat McAuliffe had...

Note: I’m currently traveling in Asia and will have limited access to the internet. Replies to comments and emails will be delayed. It’s hard to believe I’ve been knee-deep in this miles and points travel hobby for over a decade now. And by knee-deep, I don’t mean just dabbling in...

It's the flip side of the "should children be banned from airplanes?' argument - should there be an age limit on flying premium cabins?