Many miles and points credit cards offer bonus earning categories but then get in their own way with earning caps – why do they do this? Earning Category Limits One of the strongest draws of those in our hobby...
What Hawaiian Airlines AMEX Exit Means For Alaska MileagePlan
As Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian merge their loyalty programs, a final date has been provided for American Express Membership Rewards to Hawaiian Airlines (and thus, Alaska Airlines.) The writing has been on the hangar wall for a while now:...
United’s Answer To Failing Credit Cards Is Coupons, Fees
United Airlines raised their credit card fees, added some coupons, and removed a benefit. This is their fix for a credit card relationship that lags all competitors? If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed...
Rant: CitiBank Business Credit Card Services Need Some Help
My business credit card experience with CitiBank and specifically on the Aadvantage business card has been abysmal and its just not that hard to drastically improve it. If you are considering booking travel LiveAndLetsFly.com appreciates your support. If you haven’t followed...
Review: JW Marriott Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa (Disney World)
A new premium property opened up with Disney theme park benefits, the JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa. But how does it compare to alternatives? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card...
Review: AMEX Centurion New York (Madison Ave & East 42nd St)
American Express opened a new Centurion club outside of an airport next to Grand Central Station and it was an incredible place to hold a meeting. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
CardRight: Great Free New App For Managing Credit Cards
CardRight is a great new app for managing credit card accounts, benefits, costs, and other data points and it’s absolutely free. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If...
Lifemiles 15% Transfer Bonus Continues To Return Value
For those looking to redeem points on Star Alliance airlines, lifemiles continues to return value, and the current American Express 15% transfer bonus helps even more. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Trying To Find Value When Hotel Points Let You Down
We have an upcoming trip to New York City, and despite the rumors of travel experiencing a lull, the city is absolutely packed. How do you find value when hotel points aren’t an option? If you are considering booking...
Why I Am Trading American Express Platinum Credit Cards
American Express has added some changes to the personal version of its famed Platinum card, so while I am enthusiastically and bitterly dropping the version, I am still excited about the Business version I added last week. Here’s why. ...
Virgin Atlantic Transfer Bonus Makes 77k Points Worth $3800
One of the best values for Virgin Atlantic’s 30% Transfer Bonus can make 77,000 points worth more than $3,800 but it’s not what you might think. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Don’t Lose Your Capital One Card, They’re Irreplaceable
I temporarily misplaced my Capital One card and called for a replacement. Hilarity/tragedy ensued. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com. If you haven’t followed us on Facebook or...
American Express Benefits Unnecessarily Complicated
With more competition in the premium card space, can American Express continue to make their benefits so hard for cardmembers to use? If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click here. Both support LiveAndLetsFly.com....
American Express Lounge Relief From Capital One, Chase
American Express Platinum cardholders have seen annual fee increases and restrictions due to the popularity of the Centurion Lounge, but now Capital One and Chase are poised to ease those crowds. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for...
Review: Goldbelly Brings Destination Eats to You
I ordered from Goldbelly for the first time this week to try out the service (and an American Express Platinum benefit) and this was my experience. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please...
Review: American Express Centurion Lounge – Charlotte
During a business trip, I spent a considerable amount of time in the new American Express Centurion Lounge in Charlotte, North Carolina. Here’s my review. If you are considering booking travel or signing up for a new credit card please click...
American Express Still Allowing Airline Chargebacks…For Now
U.S. based American Express customers can still dispute airline-related charges…at least for now. These chargebacks provide an essential extra layer of consumer protection. That’s newsworthy for two reasons. First, American Express has not been consistent around the world. French...
Review: American Express Lounge Sydney (SYD)
The new American Express Lounge in Sydney (SYD) is a nice improvement over the older one, with great coffee and a respectable selection of food and drink. American Express Lounge Sydney Location + Hours The lounge is open from...
How To Request An American Express Centurion (Black) Card
Last autumn, I wrote extensively about why I was considering an American Express Centurion (Black) card. While I ultimately opted against the card, it’s now easier than ever to request one. I chose not to get the card for...
American Express DOUBLING Annual Fee for Centurion (Black) Card
American Express will double the annual fee on its Centurion card, colloquially called the “Black” card, while adding additional benefits. Is it worthwhile? While the Centurion card is considered by many to be a status symbol more than anything...
