November ate and left no crumbs. 🍗 Between the 90k Ink business bonuses, the 85k Southwest cards (hello, Companion Pass 👋), and the increased offer on the ever-classic Sapphire Preferred, this month is stacked. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to dive in, this is it. We’ve rounded up this month’s best welcome offers to help you travel more for a wholeeee lot less.

Southwest just did something we RARELY see: three consecutive rounds of elevated offers in a row! They just dropped 85,000-point welcome offers on all three personal cards at the same time. This post breaks down why this matters, how to strategically time your application if you're chasing the Companion Pass for 2026, and which card makes the most sense for your travel style.

It's our NUMBER ONE choice for anyone starting in points and miles travel! There's a reason (a lot of them, actually) we've crowned the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card as king! Now it's time you've learned why.

Earn the Southwest Companion Pass with ONE credit card! The Southwest Performance Business Card is offering an elevated 120,000-point welcome bonus, which is enough to qualify for nearly 2 years of free companion flights! We broke down the strategic timing trick to maximize this offer before it disappears.

Business credit cards are essential to a long-term points and miles travel strategy, but often it feels intimidating to apply or you don’t even realize you qualify in the first place. That’s why we put together this step-by-step walkthrough of EXACTLY how to apply to a Chase Business Card (with screenshots, of course) without needing a fancy LLC, EIN, or even employees!

Chase Ink Business Cash and Chase Ink Business Unlimited cards offer $900 welcome bonuses (90,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points!!) with no annual fees. These business credit cards actually earn Chase Ultimate Rewards points that transfer to Southwest, United, Hyatt, and Marriott when paired with Chase Sapphire cards. These cards are the BEST way to level up your points & miles travel!

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card delivers premium travel rewards that unlocks over $1,000 in potential statement credits, exclusive airport lounge access, and earning rates up to 10x points. This comprehensive guide breaks down every benefit, credit, and strategy to help you decide if this luxury card justifies its premium price tag.

Learn how to book Hyatt all-inclusive resorts for $0 using credit card points. Get the details on the Hyatt award chart, resort categories, off-peak and peak pricing, and tips to maximize your points for your next all-inclusive vacation.

Southwest just launched a 100,000-point welcome offer on all three of its personal credit cards and it’s packed with potential if you’re eyeing the Companion Pass for 2026. This post breaks down what you need to know, how to time your strategy, and how to decide if this card is right for your travel goals.

THIS is why we don’t avoid travel credit cards with annual fees! Annual fees are almost always worth it for the first year, but what about after that? Learn the importance of welcome offers, how to decide if keeping the card long term makes sense for your travel goals, and how to downgrade or cancel you card, if needed.

Chase just dropped three exciting new credit card offers — including the revamped Chase Sapphire Preferred®, the premium Sapphire Reserve®, and the all-new Sapphire Reserve for Business℠. In this beginner-friendly guide, we break down the welcome bonuses, best perks, and help you figure out which Chase Sapphire card is right for you!

Discover how Thrifty Traveler Premium finds cheap flights, award availability, and tailored deals for you. We’re sharing how we booked business class to Europe and luxury Hyatt hotels using alerts—plus $10 off your first year.

Not sure whether to get a flexible travel rewards card or a co-branded airline or hotel card? Learn the difference between the two, which one to prioritize first, and why a mix of both is the ultimate points and miles travel strategy!

Worried that opening credit cards for points and miles will wreck your credit score? Spoiler alert: It won’t (if you do it right). In fact, responsible credit card use can actually boost your score and get you free flights and hotel stays. Let’s bust the myths, break down how credit scores really work, and show you how to travel more—without tanking your credit.

Thinking about getting a travel rewards credit card? Hold up! Chase has a strict 5/24 rule, and if you don’t plan ahead, you could get locked out of some of the best travel cards. Learn what it is, why it matters, and how to track it—so you don’t miss out on free travel!

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is like the garlic powder on your spice rack: a staple item. Here’s our Ultimate Guide to one of our favorite cards for all points and miles travelers. Did someone say 2x on every purchase??

Not sure whether to keep, downgrade, or cancel your credit card? This guide breaks it all down with tips on evaluating annual fees, retention offers, and more. Plus, get a sample retention call script to save money and maximize value.

Travel Freely simplifies points and miles travel with tools to track card deadlines, maximize welcome offers, and stay organized— perfect for beginners or pros and it’s all for free.

Unlock the secret to stretching your credit card points with transfer bonuses! Learn how they work, see a real example (like saving 11k points on flights), and get tips to saving big on award travel.

Everything you need to know about earning the Southwest Companion Pass! Learn all about the steps to take, the optimal timeline, and common mistakes all in one post! Let's get you BOGO flights!!