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Big news in the points world: Citi has officially launched its brand-new Strata Elite℠ Card, marking its return to the premium credit card space. But even bigger? Citi has permanently added American Airlines AAdvantage® back as a 1:1 transfer partner—and that opens up a whole new world of award travel options. Even better, Citi has […]

July 29, 2025

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Big news in the points world today! Citi has officially launched its new Citi Strata Elite℠ Card, signaling a bold re-entry into the premium travel credit card space. But even more exciting? Citi has permanently reinstated American Airlines AAdvantage as a transfer partner. This is a huge deal—Citi is now the only credit card issuer […]

July 27, 2025

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The summer travel season is in full swing, and June brings several excellent opportunities to get more value from your points. Whether you’re planning a European getaway, a luxury beach resort stay, or a long-haul business class flight, this month’s transfer bonuses can significantly stretch your rewards. Below is a breakdown of the most valuable […]

June 6, 2025

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Hey there, fellow travelers! If you’ve been dreaming of your next getaway—whether it’s a beach retreat, a European adventure, or exploring a bustling city—there’s no better time to level up your travel rewards than now. The month of April brings some of the best credit card offers we’ve seen this year, and taking advantage of […]

April 6, 2025

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If you’re an avid traveler or frequent flyer, now is the perfect time to maximize the value of your credit card points. Several major programs are offering elevated transfer bonuses, allowing you to get more out of your points through March 2025. Whether you have American Express, Chase, or Citi points, or have earned Avios […]

March 5, 2025

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Recently, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has made significant changes to the Global Entry program that could benefit families. The new modifications offer faster processing times and access to TSA PreCheck, which can be especially helpful for families traveling with children. If you’re considering getting Global Entry for your family, credit cards can cover […]

August 5, 2024

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Pooling or combining your points is a great way to maximize your rewards earnings from multiple credit cards that offer the same points and miles currency. Doing so can accumulate more points and miles, which can be used for loyalty rewards or reservations. In this blog post, we’ll talk about some popular loyalty programs that […]

April 17, 2024

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You know I love opening credit cards to earn welcome bonuses to book travel with points and miles. However, opening a credit card without a clear plan and strategy can lead to missed opportunities and wasted points. Here are some do’s and don’ts to consider before opening your next credit card. Do: Before you open […]

March 3, 2024

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Citi ThankYou Points is a versatile and popular rewards program that offers cardholders numerous ways to maximize their travel experiences.  With a wide range of redemption options, including airline and hotel transfer partners, paying for Disney and Universal tickets, Vacasa Rentals through Wyndham and cruises provides flexibility and value for both frequent and occasional travelers. […]

October 6, 2023

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Ellen sent me her reader success story, and it brought back so many of my own memories. My husband and I took our own trip to Napa in 2022 for his 40th birthday. You can read more about our redemption here. I loved hearing about Ellen’s trip and am so happy to share it with […]

September 4, 2023