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Quick Points: Stream more, pay less with these credit cards

If most of your favorite shows are spread out among multiple streaming services, your streaming costs can really add up. With some companies cracking down on your ability to split your account with friends and family, you might find yourself now shelling out more than ever. The good news is that credit cards can help ease some of that…

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The top 11 credit cards with annual travel statement credits

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Travel rewards credit cards entice new cardholders with flashy welcome offers and waived annual fees during the first year. They can also help you beat rising travel costs due to inflation. However, many premium rewards cards on the market also offer ongoing travel benefits. These…

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How to quickly earn the Southwest Companion Pass

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. Did someone mention bringing a designated friend or family member for (almost) free on any Southwest flight you take just from a single credit card welcome offer? With the current, best-ever offer on the Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business Credit Card, you can earn the Companion…

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Magic in the Mara: Reviewing the new JW Marriott Masai Mara safari lodge

The world’s largest hotel chain manages over 8,000 properties in more than 135 countries, ranging from palatial luxury resorts to enormous conference hotels to limited-service lodgings and nearly everything in between. But until now, there’s been one big gap in Marriott’s far-reaching portfolio: a luxury safari lodge. While the chain owns some Protea Hotels in South…

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Princess Cruises hides new fees within expansion of all-inclusive packages

Princess Cruises has just made its all-inclusive add-on packages more inclusive — while adding fees for passengers who pay the standard cruise fare. On Thursday, Princess Cruises announced four new inclusions within its Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages, add-ons that provide guests with a more inclusive cruise experience. However, some of the changes involve waiving fees on amenities…

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Private suites and high-tech touches: What it’s like flying Air France’s new business class

Quick take: Swanky new suites and up-to-the-minute technology but that same Air France elegance combine to make this a showstopping business-class experience. Pros Closing doors provide a new level of privacy. If you can snag a bulkhead seat, the extra space feels more like a first-class fixture. Excellent Wi-Fi and cool new technology like wireless charging pads make this…

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Who should (and shouldn’t) get the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy card?

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. There are a lot of Marriott credit cards. There are definitely more cards to choose from than what Hilton, Hyatt or IHG have, for example. With so many options, understanding your choices and making a decision can be difficult. These decisions are complicated because Marriott…

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Disney Cruise Line vs. Carnival: Which family-friendly cruise line should you choose?

If you’re looking for a family-friendly cruise that everyone in your group will enjoy, you might be comparing Disney Cruise Line and Carnival Cruise Line. Both popular cruise companies offer a variety of onboard experiences, top-notch service and lively entertainment that will keep everyone in your family having fun every day. The two lines offer tricked-out play areas for…

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Go here, not there: Where to take the best photos in Paris

One of the most enduringly iconic cities in Europe, Paris is a must-see destination for many. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway with your partner, an art enthusiast seeking a pilgrimage to the Louvre, a wiry indie musician looking to dive deep into the city’s music scene or a sports fan plotting out a 2024 Olympics visit, it’s,…

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