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Review: Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Review: Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Allow me to take you back to the memorable stay at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego I did with my parents back in February 2022. Nestled along the picturesque San Diego Bay, this historic hotel is the perfect place for quick stop in San Diego before heading up to..

Expiring Airline Credit? Here's How To Extend It!

Expiring Airline Credit? Here's How To Extend It!

Airline credits are often provided to passengers as compensation for flight cancellations, delays, or as part of travel vouchers. They serve as a form of currency that can be used towards the purchase of future flights. However, one important aspect to be aware of when it comes to airline credits..

Review: Capital One Lounge Dallas Fort-Worth (DFW)

Review: Capital One Lounge Dallas Fort-Worth (DFW)

There was so much hype when Capital One announced its entry into the premium travel card space with the launch of the Venture X (review) credit card. Along with the announcement came Capital One's ambitious plan to take on Amex and Chase with rolling out its own airport lounge network...

Review: Amex Centurion Lounge San Francisco (SFO) - 2023 Expansion

Review: Amex Centurion Lounge San Francisco (SFO) - 2023 Expansion

As one of the earliest Centurion Lounges, the SFO location was in dire need for expansion. After closing for several months in late 2022, the newly renovated lounge reopened in January 2023. Luckily, I had a flight planned in the same month, so was able to check it out. Most..

Easily Search Award Space With BILT!

Easily Search Award Space With BILT!

So, you've earned a bunch of points...but now the real headache is how to use it effectively. Enter BILT. It's been just over a year since I signed up for BILT, the first credit card to let you earn points on your rent (and HOA!) with no fees! Although..

Chime Secured Credit Card: Great Way To Build Credit?

Chime Secured Credit Card: Great Way To Build Credit?

One of the biggest painpoints is getting approved for your first credit card with limited or no credit history. This is particularly challenging for newcomers / international students in the US. It then becomes a bit of a chicken or the egg situation, where without credit history, you cannot get a..

Review: Courtyard by Marriott Taipei (台北六福萬怡酒店)

Review: Courtyard by Marriott Taipei (台北六福萬怡酒店)

Back in 2019, I had the chance to stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Taipei hotel (台北六福萬怡酒店) during my quick trip to Taipei from Taichung to visit some friends. The contemporary glass fronted hotel was built in 2015 and has 465 rooms across 20 floors (F11-30). Not to be confused..