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Priceline and Barclays Announce Priceline VIP Rewards Visa

by Jonathan Dyer
When it comes to co-branded credit cards, travelers are likely well aware of options available for a specific airline or hotel brands. Yet, more recently, there's also been a growing list of cards that cater to customers of third-party booking platforms. The latest example of this is the Priceline VIP Rewards Visa — which is being issued by Barclays. One of the card's main benefits is that it includes automatic...
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Amex Introduces Exclusive Morgan Stanley Blue Cash Preferred Card

by Jonathan Dyer 2
Something that most credit consumers may not realize is that American Express occasionally offers exclusive versions of their cards. For example, Charles Schwab customers could famously apply for a special edition of the Platinum Card and transfer their points to their brokerage account at a rate of 1.25¢ each (although this has since been lowered to 1.1¢ per point). Now, Morgan Stanley and American Express have announced another exclusive product,...
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Capital One Announces Premium Credit Card, Venture X

by Jonathan Dyer
With the travel industry continuing to rebound, Capital One is finally joining the premium travel credit card scene. This week, the bank officially announced the Venture X card. As CNN reports, the new card will open applications on November 9th and feature a slew of travel benefits along with a special introductory welcome bonus. Starting with the annual fee, the Venture X card will come at a cost of $395....
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Luxury Card Adds Preferred Hotels & Resorts Status Perk for Cardholders

by Jonathan Dyer
As the travel industry continues to rebound, one credit card issuer has announced a new partnership that will bring hotel benefits to cardholders. This week, Luxury Card revealed that its members can now unlock elite status with the Preferred Hotels & Resorts' I Prefer program. In turn, customers will enjoy additional perks at more than 700 independent hotels and resorts around the world. Titanium Card members can receive Explorer tier...
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Southwest Airlines and Chase Add Benefits to Co-Branded Credit Cards

by Jonathan Dyer
Continuing a streak of rewards credit card updates, this week Chase and Southwest revealed some changes to their co-branded line-up. However, in this case, the duo have added benefits to the cards while keeping the annual fees where they are. The first changes to the line-up include enhancements to some rewards categories. Now, Southwest Rapid Reward Plus, Premier, and Priority cardholders will earn 2x points on local transit and commuting...
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Cardless Launches Boston Celtics Credit Card

by Jonathan Dyer
The FinTech Cardless has just revealed its latest product. This time around, the company has partnered with the famed Boston Celtics to create the aptly named Boston Celtics Credit Card. In terms of rewards, fans can earn 7x points on Celtics tickets as well as on rideshare and streaming service purchases. Additionally, the card offers 4x points on dining, 2x points at grocery stores and drug stores, and 1x points...
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Guide to Rewards Credit Cards for Holiday Shopping

by Kyle Burbank 3
With Halloween nearly upon us, it's now full steam ahead to Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and (eventually) New Years. Of course, there's still plenty to do before that — including the annual holiday shopping season. As a result, while you may not realize it, this may make for a good time to get a new credit card. That's because you may be able to find an option that will reward you...
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U.S. Bank Creates Secured Versions of Altitude Go and Cash+ Cards

by Jonathan Dyer
One of the ironies of the current credit system in the United States is that those who have the best credit get the greatest rewards. However, that's starting to shift as more credit card issuers introduce products aimed at assisting those without excellent credit. Now, U.S. Bank has released two new secured credit card options that boast great rewards for cardholders. With the U.S. Bank Altitude Go Visa Secured Card...