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February 19, 2021,
Most of us love to travel. If only we could.
The global pandemic has certainly put a major dent into that.
As reported by forbes.com on January 14, 2021, “It cost the tourism industry $935 billion in revenue worldwide. The USA has suffered the biggest single drop in tourism revenue with an eye-watering loss of $147,245 million over that ten month period from the start of 2020.”
Most of the friends in our circle have curtailed their travel. We have as well. One of the largest concerns we have is who has slept and been in the room before us.
We can remember in the early stages of the Covid outbreak, when many were not sure how bad this virus was, we stayed in a hotel and literally could hear the person above us deep coughing up a storm. We were terrified that whatever he had could spread through the vents.
Even the CDC stated, “The risk of spreading the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) through ventilation systems is not well-known at this time. Viral RNA has reportedly been found on return air grilles, in return air ducts, and on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) filters, but detecting viral RNA alone does not imply that the captured virus was capable of transmitting disease.”
That wasn’t very reassuring.
We stopped traveling.
Now something has changed.
With the breakout of the vaccinations worldwide, there is hope and a desire for many to travel again.
When we travel, we often use credit cards. Which credit cards are rated best to use? Who can we turn to for help in making the decision which ones to apply for?
CardRatings.com is a personal finance resource that helps lay people to learn about and compare credit cards.
Curtis Arnold founded the websites in August 1998, amid national concerns about credit card debt. Arnold had more than $40,000 in credit card debt at one point in his life, but developed a deep understanding of the credit card industry to improve his finances. Arnold is a recognized expert on credit card and consumer debt, having published multiple books including “How You Can Profit from Credit Cards: Using Credit to Improve Your Financial Life and Bottom Line” (FT Press, 2008). Arnold has also been cited by multiple news outlets over the years, for his views on consumer debt.
CardRatings.com was among the first websites providing online credit card ratings and has grown over the years to become a reputable objective source of credit card rating information. In 2016, CardRatings.com provided information on approximately 500 different credit card products that can be queried via the site’s searchable knowledge base.
As part of its mission to help educate consumers about personal financing issues, CardRatings.com is also a National Partner of the Jump$tart Coalition for Financial Literacy.
Very intriguing. Let’s visit Mr. Arnold’s site.
At cardratings.com they share, “CardRatings is dedicated to being the premiere source for credit card reviews, ratings and information.
We understand that the average person isn’t a credit card expert and is relying on us to provide authoritative, easy-to-understand advice when it comes to selecting a credit card that fits their lifestyle. We take that charge seriously and strive to provide information on the best credit cards for a variety of lifestyles, financial situations and desired credit card features.
We also work to stay on top of industry trends and credit card best practices so that we can communicate that to you. CardRatings’ experts regularly provide insight into and commentary on the credit industry for a wide range of media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, The Today Show (NBC), Good Morning America, The Early Show (CBS), USA Today, PBS, Money and SmartMoney Magazines, MSNBC, NPR, The New York Times, Fox Business, Oprah and Friends and The Washington Post. Our experts provide members of the media with professional service and timely, authoritative information. We work alongside members of the media at every stage of the reporting process to ensure that tight deadlines are met.”
Good to know.
Like us, if you are ready to spread your wings and travel again, please read on.
Traveling After the Pandemic: CardRatings.com Offers New Guide
Americans are thirsting for vacations; now’s the time to plot one by using the best travel rewards credit cards.
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Feb 18, 2021, 11:37 ET
FOSTER CITY, Calif., Feb. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Pent-up vacation demand may be at an all-time high and as vaccinations roll out, many may begin planning trips. CardRatings.com, a leader in online credit-card ratings, shares a new resource highlighting the best places to travel and the most travel reward-friendly credit cards to help fund upcoming trips.
The new resource, Planning Ahead for 2021 Travel, navigates the nuances of where, when and how to best travel —and how to best leverage a credit card.
“It may not be a good time to vacation now, but it could be a great time to start planning one,” advises Jennifer Doss, site editor for CardRatings.com. “Perhaps not for a winter getaway or spring fling, but possibly for late summer or fall.”
With planning in mind, potential travelers may be in the market to sign up for a credit card that specializes in travel rewards.
CardRatings.com points to several credit cards that are particularly attractive to travelers. Find here a smattering of options featured in our new guide:
- Capital One Venture: Cardholders can earn 60,000 miles, which is equal to $600 in travel, after spending $3,000 within the first three months. This card also has no foreign transaction fees.
- Chase Sapphire Preferred: The welcome bonus is worth up to $750 in travel, and cardholders continue to earn two points on travel and for dining at restaurants; this includes takeout and delivery.
- Discover It Miles: A general welcome offer takes a little time to earn. With each dollar spent, cardholders earn 1.5 miles, and then Discover matches all of these miles at the end of a cardholder’s first year of membership. There is no annual fee.
- American Express Gold Card: Cardholders can earn 60,000 bonus membership rewards points after spending $4,000 on eligible purchases within the first six months. A couple of this card’s perks are a $100 credit to spend on qualifying hotels, and rental car insurance.
- Bank of America Premium Rewards: After cardholders spend $3,000 within the first 90 days, they can earn 50,000 bonus points. Perks include up to $100 in airline incidentals.
Still, booking a trip during uncertain times can be scary. The new resource breaks down coverage details and specifications on trip cancelation service, as well as the process for changing or canceling awards tickets.
Travel coach and consultant Sarah Rose De Vore shares with CardRatings’ readers the ins and outs of planning a trip when using a credit card. “There are great deals out there right now for credit cards offering a generous amount of miles for applying and meeting their criteria.”
Tips for getting the most out of travel friendly credit cards:
- Think hard before applying. Is the comfort of first class flying more important than a fancy hotel? Travel perks need to be applied to what matters most to the traveler. Is it a good time to apply for a credit card?
- Hang on tight to those rewards. The allure of the immediate cash back reward can be tempting. It’s often more beneficial to let points accumulate.
- A credit card is but a piece of the puzzle. Everyone’s been putting puzzles together during the pandemic. Experts advise thinking of a credit card as a puzzle piece that complements another card in the house.
“There are so many ways to plan an affordable vacation using travel rewards cards,” concludes Doss. “There’s a lot of pent-up demand for taking an adventure somewhere, so it’s definitely worth thinking ahead as there are currently some really great offers on the table that can be used toward future travel.”
Doss is available to speak on how consumers can use various cards rewards programs to reap the maximum benefits.
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