The True Value of Airline Credit Cards

August 18, 2010

Every family dreams of going on a vacation they will remember for a lifetime, whether it’s a stay in New York City, a hike through the Grand Canyon, or a camping trip along the Appalachian trail. Although these places are diverse, there’s one thing they all have in common- the average family will have to fly there.
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The Best Way to Use Frequent Flier Credit Cards

June 28, 2010

Frequent flier credit cards can be a great way for travelers to save money on their traveling expenses. Unfortunately, many cardholders simply don’t know how to get the most out of their frequent flier benefits. With the opportunity to save hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year on hotel visits, gas mileage and airline mileage, it is easy to see why so many people have shown interest in frequent flier credit cards.
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Pros and Cons of Frequent Flyer Credit Cards

May 30, 2010

There are plenty of frequent flyer credit cards available that are specifically created to attract prospective cardholders. When used correctly they can be beneficial, however it is important to understand the reward points system in order to grasp the true value of each point earned on a frequent flyer credit card. All frequent flyer point systems differ, so reading the terms of each card application is imperative. read more…

Air mile credit cards

February 4, 2010

There are two types of air mile credit cards, those that are tied to a certain airline and those that offer air miles off a wide range of airlines.  Different cards can suit different types of travellers, so careful consideration should be paid to what type of card is best.

The perfect type of card depends on whether a person is likely to be a loyal flyer, willing to stick with one airline or whether they are a bargain hunter, simply looking for the best flight.  Loyal travellers will tend to have one or two routes that they use constantly.  Alternatively they may live near to an airport that acts as a “hub” for a large airline and so will offer a wide choice of flights for that airline.  There may also be a policy of using a certain airline when travelling for the job.
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Airline miles on credit cards

January 31, 2010

Airline miles are some of the most sought after rewards from credit cards. There are a number of different offers which suit a number of different travellers.

There are two basic types of credit cards that offer airline miles, airline tied cards and generic air mile cards.  The best type of credit card depends on whether the credit card user is likely to be a loyal traveller or will shop around for the best deals.
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