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June Casagrande Nerdwallet Published 7:00 AM EDT Jun 23, 2019 Many travelers who squirrel away travel rewards are saving for an oceanfront vacation, paid for with points instead of cash. To make the most of your rewards, start by looking for the highest-value hotel redemptions, then check award flights. Here are four beach destinations where you could soak up the sun using points and miles. Keep in mind that availability is limited, and award charts, redemptions, transfer options and deals can change. Remaining flexible is key to getting the most out of your points and miles. Remember, too, that if you’re not careful, interest charges, late fees and careless spending on a rewards credit card could cost you more than you can save with your points. I learned the hard way: How you can avoid my credit card mistakes Kauai with Marriott Bonvoy Points Sheraton Kauai Resort, right on the sand at Poipu Beach, may be one of the top rewards redemption deals out there. The Bonvoy … [Read more...] about Beach vacations: 4 trips that maximize your points and miles

Caroline Lupini Reviewed Published 11:39 AM EDT Jun 7, 2019 — Our editors review and recommend products to help you buy the stuff you need. If you sign up for a credit card after clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA TODAY’s newsroom and any business incentives. Summer is a great time to travel. With the kids out of school and the weather finally warmer, it’s the perfect time to take a break. No matter where you want to go, or how you want to get there, using the right credit card can help make your trip smoother and, in certain cases, help it cost less. Credit card rewards and points can be used to offset the cost of your travel and hotel stays, or can even be redeemed for cash back to help you afford a few extra souvenirs. If you are planning to travel this summer, here are six cards that will help you make the most out of your trip. The Best Travel Credit Cards of … [Read more...] about The best travel credit cards of 2019

Jefferson Graham USA TODAY Published 12:03 PM EDT Apr 21, 2019 LOS ANGELES – I'm set to say bon voyage soon to Madrid, on a free airline trip, my fourth in two years.  Courtesy of the Chase Sapphire Reserve, I've gone to Hawaii, Japan twice, and now soon Spain.   The card is a pricey splurge – $450 a year in fees, but Chase gives you a $300 credit for dining and travel purchases once you've hit that number, (which includes taxis and Uber rides), three points per dollar spent on travel and dining purchases, or one point per dollar for others.  And there was that generous 100,000 points signup bonus when I joined. With that and the 3x offer, the points added up really quickly.  In a nutshell, the 100,000 points got me two free tickets to Japan. It varies with airlines, the time of year you fly and the various deals of the moment, but generally 50,000 points is good for one international flight, and 25,000 for domestic. I don't game the system … [Read more...] about Best deals on travel credit cards from Chase, Marriott, Citi