How do cash-back credit cards work?

What is a cash-back credit card, and how does this kind of card work? In short, cash-back credit cards are, as the name suggests, cards that provide a cash-back return on some or all purchases made with the card. The earnings rates on these cards can be complex or incredibly simple. Cash-back cards are generally compared to travel credit…

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The 17 best Chicago hotels

Chicago is home to a hefty variety of hotels for travelers craving a stay in the Windy City.  Thanks to a slew of openings and renovations over the last few years, Chicago’s hotel scene is hotter — and more luxurious — than ever before. But this is no one-trick pony when it comes to the hotel experience.  Travelers, once they settle…

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Sweet Spot Sunday: Book intra-Japan flights for just 7,500 American miles

After years of strict COVID-19 measures, Japan has finally reopened for tourism. The country is home to two of our favorite airlines — All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines — both of which operate extensive domestic and international route networks. So, if you’re planning a tour of Japan, chances are you’ll find yourself on one of these carriers when…

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