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Best Credit Cards For Global Entry & TSA PreCheck® Reimbursement

By: Adam West, 1/25/2024

Frequent travelers understand the misery of long airport security lines — unless they have one of the best credit cards for Global Entry and TSA PreCheck®. These cards reimburse you for all or part of your fees to join one of these services and can make your travel experience even better with added benefits that come with being a cardholder (lounge access, anyone?). There’s no need to wait in line while holding your belt and shoes, nervously staring as the minutes melt from the... read more »

9 Best Credit Cards for Las Vegas Vacations (Feb. 2024)

By: Eric Bank, 1/26/2024

You arrive at your hotel room that’s styled like a Tuscan villa. You check what’s currently playing and buy tickets for all seven Cirque du Soleil productions plus a performance by your favorite comedian, Carrot Top. As you make dinner reservations at a five-star sushi restaurant, you’re grateful you researched the best credit cards for Las Vegas vacations because they can earn you top rewards on your travel, entertainment, and dining expenses. It's a sure bet that one of the... read more »

13 Best Credit Cards for Cruises (April 2024)

By: Matt Walker, 4/16/2024

Before airplanes regularly dotted the skies and automobiles congested the highways, many travelers chose to see the world by boat. At one time, consumers considered cruise vacations as reserved only for the ultra-wealthy. But with one of the best credit cards for cruises, just about anyone can take to the seas. So, isn’t it about time you get in on the fun? Travel Rewards Cards | Cruise Line Cards | FAQs Best Travel Rewards Cards for Cruises You can use several methods to turn your... read more »

7 Best Credit Cards for Domestic Travel (April 2024)

By: Matt Walker, 4/16/2024

Everyone has different travel goals — but not every travel credit card can help you reach those goals. If you’re interested in seeing more of what the U.S. has to offer, you’ll do well with one of the best credit cards for domestic travel. Our team of intrepid travelers researched many of the cards on the market and narrowed down our top choices to help you vacation like a pro. Whether you're looking for free or discounted flights, hotels, or something else for your trek across... read more »

7 Best Credit Cards for Free Hotel Stays (April 2024)

By: Adam West, 4/16/2024

Hotel accommodations are one of the biggest travel-related expenses. Whether you’re looking for a place to crash for a night or want a relaxing home-away-from-home where you can pamper yourself, you’re going to have to pay for a place to stay — unless you have one of our best credit cards for free hotel stays. With the right credit card, you can earn free hotel stays and room upgrades by making regular purchases — which means you’ll have more money to spend on your... read more »

12 Best Credit Cards for Young Travelers (April 2024)

By: Adam West, 4/16/2024

Traveling is one of the greatest joys in life. There’s nothing like seeing new things, experiencing different cultures, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Perhaps that’s why young adults are traveling more than any generation before them. If you’re the type who doesn’t like to stay in one place for too long, or if the travel bug recently bit you, welcome to the club. Thankfully, there are many credit card options that can net you rewards that make traveling... read more »

9 Best Travel Credit Cards (April 2024)

By: Brittney Mayer, 4/18/2024

Although some may lack any desire to stir from their lives, many, many more are oft compelled to wander the world and see what it has to offer. Indeed, the desire to travel seems to be one shared by most people, albeit to varying extents. Of course, whether your idea of a perfect journey involves a weekend road trip or a year backpacking around the world, there is one inescapable fact of modern-day travel with which we must all contend: Travel is rarely free. While many resources... read more »

9 Best Study Abroad Credit Cards for Students (April 2024)

By: Brittney Mayer, 4/16/2024

Perhaps one of the most exciting opportunities open to college students is the chance to study abroad and immerse yourself in a brand new culture. Of course, as exciting as it may be, living in a foreign place — even temporarily — comes with its own challenges, not the least of which is navigating new currencies and payment methods. Luckily, a good credit card can solve both of those problems. The best travel credit cards can help you make purchases without worries of local... read more »

8 Best Credit Cards to Use in Europe (April 2024)

By: Brittney Mayer, 4/16/2024

Steeped in history, culture, and cuisine, Europe is a top destination for millions of vacationers every year, with plenty of Americans taking the long trip over the pond to explore what the continent has to offer. But when even a domestic vacation can easily cost hundreds of dollars, a transcontinental adventure is likely to have a four-digit price tag. Luckily, there may be some things you can do to keep your trip on budget. For example, you can save on fees and earn rewards on... read more »

7 Best Vacation Credit Cards (April 2024)

By: Brittney Mayer, 4/18/2024

As one workday blends into the next, it can become hard not to feel sometimes as though your life has become a mediocre remake of the movie Groundhog Day — and you're Bill Murray. It's at this point that you know it's time to take a vacation. But whether you make a solo getaway or take the whole crew, vacations are budget busters at the best of times. That's where a little smart credit card use can come in remarkably handy. By using the right credit cards for your vacation... read more »

12 Best Credit Cards for International Travel (April 2024)

By: Ray FitzGerald, 4/16/2024

International travel can be an awakening experience — or a test in how much inconvenience you’re able to put up with. Juggling passports, exchanging money to the local currency (for a fee each time), and language barriers are some of the hurdles that can be either exciting or exhausting, depending on your temperament. My go-to currency on trips is plastic, but not all credit cards are equal internationally. Foreign transaction fees, usually 3% to convert your funds into local... read more »

9 Best Airline Rewards Programs: Expert Guide (Feb. 2024)

By: Ashley Fricker, 1/27/2024

Although it may be hard to pinpoint when, somewhere along the line, flying turned from an experience into an ordeal. Yes, the fact is, between the magically shrinking seats, ever-growing list of security hoops to jump through, and apparent collective decision to adopt yoga pants as the official passenger uniform, flying simply isn't as special as it used to be. But some of the magic of yore can be regained if you know where to find the best airline rewards programs. With the help of... read more »

3 Secrets: Get Frequent Flyer Miles Without Flying – (April 2024)

By: Brittney Mayer, 4/18/2024

No matter how much you love your job -- because we all do, of course -- often one of the best parts of a great vacation is that your destination is far, far (far) away from the stress and bustle of your everyday life. Unfortunately, as soon as you start adding airfare and hotel rooms to your vacation expenses, those happy little palm trees can turn into mean little dollar signs right before your eyes. Designed for those who spend more time in the air than on the ground, frequent flyer... read more »

7 Travel Cards with No Foreign Transaction Fee (April 2024)

By: Brittney Mayer, 4/16/2024

Planning a trip to another country can often be an involved process as dealing with passports, new languages, and unfamiliar customs can add layers of complexity to any journey. And, of course, there is the fact that currencies tend to change at the border, meaning your money will have to change, even if your language doesn't. In an age where fewer Americans are carrying cash each year, the first thought on many minds is to turn to their trusty credit card while abroad. But while... read more »

7 Best Chip-and-PIN Credit Cards (April 2024)

By: Eric Bank, 3/30/2024

America switched several years ago to credit cards with embedded chips. Today we expect all credit cards to carry chip technology that enhances security by generating a unique, non-reusable code for each transaction. Surprisingly, only a handful of EMV chip cards also provide credit card PIN capability that further increases card security. Furthermore, some international merchants require a PIN to complete a transaction, so you don’t want to travel abroad without a... read more »

7 Best Hotel Rewards Credit Cards (Feb. 2024)

By: Eric Bank, 1/25/2024

A number of factors influence how much you enjoy a trip, whether traveling on business or vacation. For many, a good hotel experience is key to happy travel, since it’s very hard to overcome a disappointing hotel stay. Often, it’s the perks -- or lack thereof -- that color your opinion of your lodgings. That’s where a hotel rewards credit card can help. The best hotel credit cards not only earn you points toward a free hotel stay, but many come with additional perks such as room... read more »

7 Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards (Feb. 2024)

By: Ashley Fricker, 1/24/2024

Traveling is something most everyone loves to do – whether it’s hitting the open road, flying the friendly skies, or cruising the ocean blue – it’s always a welcome break in our normal day-to-day routines. The obvious problem, of course, is that vacationing can be expensive, so many of us don’t get to do it as often as we’d like to. Finding the best travel credit cards can be extremely valuable when you're establishing your next vacation budget. Simply use the card to... read more »

Million Mile Secrets: Co-Founder Daraius Dubash Shares His Simple Advice for Using Travel Credit Cards

By: Ashley Fricker, 2/19/2016

We’ve all heard the stories of people who’ve gone on exotic trips around the world for little to no money thanks to their credit card rewards points. And for a lot of people, that story is often followed up with a personal thought somewhere along the lines of, Yeah, right. Even Daraius Dubash, the man behind Million Mile Secrets, was skeptical of the idea at first — but soon learned of its legitimacy. Million Mile Secrets is a website he co-founded in 2011 with his... read more »

Does My Credit Card Have Travel Insurance? How to Check (Feb. 2024)

By: Aaron Crowe, 1/26/2024

Planning months in advance for a vacation can be a smart way to save money with airfare deals that may not be around in the weeks before your trip. One drawback, however, is you can lose most or all of that nonrefundable expense if you have to cancel the trip because you’re ill or have to deal with some sort of emergency. If you used a credit card to pay for the flight or hotel accommodations — which is the main way to make reservations — then you may be covered if your credit... read more »

What’s the Best Credit Card for Airline Miles? (April 2024)

By: Ashley Fricker, 4/16/2024

If you’re a frequent flyer, or anyone who just likes to travel on the cheap, you may be wondering, "What's the best credit card for airline miles?" Identifying this can deliver some serious benefits in the long run. These cards provide the opportunity to fly around the world for little to no money, with perks like priority boarding, airport lounge access, free checked baggage, and in-flight wifi. Air miles work just like rewards points on other credit cards: points accumulate by... read more »

“Can I Use My Credit Card Overseas?” 9 Things To Know

By: Logan Ladnyk, 8/15/2018

It doesn't matter if you're a first-time traveler or frequent flyer — having the right plastic in your pocket is an important component of having an amazing vacation. Our experts have hand-selected the best credit cards to rack-up air miles and rewards points redeemable for free flights, hotel stays, and more. Before you book, check out 2015's Best Travel Reward Cards. But you can't go on autopilot just yet: There are some things you should know in regards to credit... read more »

10 Best Credit Card Rewards Blogs of 2015

By: Alexandra Leslie, 7/7/2016

International travel can offer the experiences of a lifetime. The trick is to develop a strategy to avoid the expenses that'll last a lifetime. How can you experience life abroad without being overwhelmed by airline fares and travel costs? With methodical use of airline miles, credit card rewards and exclusive offers, you can reach any destination for dimes on the dollar. To help you master frugal adventure-seeking, we found the leading experts in credit card rewards... read more »

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