Capital One credit card call centers get higher JD Power approval

While we like the Capital One Venture card for easy 2% travel rewards without much fuss, some of our readers are skeptical because of Capital One’s prior reputation for customer service. We personally haven’t had any issues with them, but in 2009 JD Power gave them a score of 679 out of 1,000 in credit... -->Read the full article

Save 10% on all British Airways flights deal with British Airways Visa

Chase’s British Airways Visa has a generous promotion going on this year… 10% off on any British Airways flights you book online using the British Airways Visa. And there are a couple of generous rules associated with it… The discount is taken off the total price of the ticket, including taxes and fees You can... -->Read the full article

Priority boarding with Delta credit cards – how it really works

Delta offers priority boarding as a benefit of each of its Delta SkyMiles American Express credit cards. And while it’s a useful benefit, you should be aware it does not mean you will be the very first to board the plane. You will board in ‘Zone 1.’ And before you make any assumptions, note that... -->Read the full article

Should you carry a balance on an airline credit card or transfer it?

Another way to ask that question is: Should you pay off my balance in full every month? This is an age-old question, and it has the same answer as the following questions: “Should I eat 5 servings of vegetables every day?” or “Should I exercise at least 5 times a week?” Of course you should!... -->Read the full article

American Airlines credit card mile saving cities; 30% off April – June 2012

An often overlooked benefit of American Airlines credit cards from Citi are reduced mileage awards to selected destinations. Each quarter, American selects cities you can book a mile award to for just 17,500 miles roundtrip for coach class travel (usually 25,000 miles) or 42,500 miles round trip for first class travel (usually 50,000 miles). That’s... -->Read the full article

Priority boarding with United credit cards – how it really works

United likes to show off the Priority Boarding feature of its credit cards in its prolific ‘You’re In’  TV ads and descriptions of benefits. However be aware United recently changed its boarding procedures and as a result we’ve been getting a lot of questions from people with the United and Continental credit cards on how... -->Read the full article

35,000 mile bonus: Alaska Airlines Visa credit card

[UPDATE - THIS LINK AND OFFER HAS NOW EXPIRED] The Alaska Airlines Visa is now offering a 35,000 bonus mile credit card offer, posted to our top bonus mile offers page. There is nothing tough about this one — it’s awarded after your first purchase, but there is an annual fee of $75 which is... -->Read the full article

Disney Premier Visa review – Double points, cash back on flights valuable beyond Disney

The new for 2012 Disney Premier Visa credit card from Chase offers lots of perks at Disney properties, but the real secret behind this card is that it’s useful and valuable even if you never set foot on a Disney property. Why? Three reasons… 1. Double points on gas, grocery, dining, and Disney spend. Many... -->Read the full article

Best credit cards for free travel this summer – think hotels first

With Spring Break behind us, it’s time to get serious about summer vacation plans. And as you plan, you’ll find airfare is more expensive than ever and hotel rates in popular destinations are dramatically higher. As an example, Miami and New Orleans hotel rates are up 15% and 30% each this year according to the... -->Read the full article

United Mileage Plus Club Card – Frequently asked questions

Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we get regarding the United Mileage Plus Club Card from Chase. How quickly can I get access to the United Clubs and lounges? After credit card approval, Chase will link your Mileage Plus number to United’s records of United Club members. This process can... -->Read the full article