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s. Chase Sapphire Reserve: Which card is right for you? Editor’s note: This post has been updated with current information. It seems like every airline, hotel chain and credit card issuer is issuing its own premium credit card, enticing customers with luxury travel perks paired with hefty annual fees. Many of these cards offer solid value, especially if you’re loyal to the underlying brand, but there are two undeniable titans of the premium credit card market. I’m talking, of course, about The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve. The former built the market for premium rewards...

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new card details and information. No matter the size of your business, a business credit card can be a valuable tool to help you earn rewards and manage expenses. But not all business credit cards are created equal. Different business cards are best suited for different types of business owners and entrepreneurs — what is most valuable to a freelancer will likely be different than what’s most valuable to a retail store owner.  Want more credit card news and advice from TPG? Sign up for our daily newsletter. Freelancers looking...

Chase Sapphire Reserve: Which card is right for you? Editor’s note: This post has been updated with current information. It seems like every airline, hotel chain and credit card issuer is issuing its own premium credit card, enticing customers with luxury travel perks paired with hefty annual fees. Many of these cards offer solid value, especially if you’re loyal to the underlying brand, but there are two undeniable titans of the premium credit card market. I’m talking, of course, about The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve. The former built the market for premium rewards cards...

Although it’s evolved slightly through the years, Cathay Pacific’s simple yet elegant livery has been featured in some of the most classic aviation photos of all time, including the anxiety-inducing images of 747 jumbo jets winding their way through high-rise apartment buildings on final approach into Hong Kong’s old Kai Tak Airport. While you won’t find those harrowing flight paths, or even 747s, today, Cathay Pacific is still known around the world for the luxurious first-class experience it offers. Today we’ll take an in-depth look at a flight on many award travelers’ bucket lists, including how to go about redeeming...

It’s hard to believe, but 2019 is quickly coming to an end. With just three short months left, frequent travelers are scurrying to requalify for elite status while points and miles newbies are trying to figure out how and where to begin. The good news for those who are new to the game is that now is the absolute perfect time to get started, here’s how you can start your new year off points rich. Related: The beginners guide to points, miles, airlines and credit cards Welcome bonuses Your number one key to success in becoming points rich is to take advantage...