Chase just turned up the heat with an increased 75,000-point sign-up bonus on the Sapphire Preferred® card. In this post, I break down what this offer means, how to qualify, and how to maximize those points for flights, hotels, and more. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to apply, this could be it.

Are you thinking about adding Verona to your Italy itinerary? Located halfway between Milan and Venice there are many reasons why Verona deserves a stop. Here’s how we spent two days exploring this ancient city. From Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet to an arena older than the Roman Colosseum.

Want to know how to get upgraded for free on your next hotel stay? It’s easy - just ask! Here are my best tips on how we get upgraded time and time again (without having hotel status) and my free hotel upgrade email template!

Everything you need to know about how to skip the TSA security line at the airport. Including free skip the line programs and how to get TSA PreCheck for free!

Planning a trip to the Amalfi Coast? Payton and I spent four days on the Amalfi Coast this summer. We visited Capri, Positano and Amalfi. I'm sharing every detail with you including what to see, how to get around and how we used points to stay for free.

Before you apply for your first card (or your next card) you first need to have a basic understanding about bank application rules. These are rules that dictate which cards and welcome bonuses we are eligible for or likely to be approved for. 

If you’re a huge fan of Halloween, Hocus Pocus and all things spooky, look no further than Salem, Mass. Located just a short drive from Boston, there is no better place to be in the month of October.

Are you looking for ways to save money on a family vacation to Hawaii? We booked five free nights in Maui for just 120k Chase points. Total cash price would have been over $4,000. I’ll show you how we used points and miles to book almost free flights and a week free in Hawaii. Time to make this Bucket List trip of yours come true!