Travel Credit Cards - Reviews
We've reviewed a variety of hotel, airline and general rewards cards to determine which cards offer the most worth. Our ratings consider not only the monetary value rewards and sign-up bonuses, but also the ease of the redemption and the total value of each card's features. Our goal is to help you find a well-rounded card that offers large earnings and lets you redeem those earnings for travel rewards and perks that are truly valuable.
AeroMexico Visa Signature card
Last reviewed: December 1, 2017
A great value for large families who frequently travel to Central or South America, this inexpensive travel card offers a number of unique perks, including bonus points on gas and grocery purchases, a $99 companion certificate every year and a free fourth ticket when you buy three tickets on the same flight.
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card
Last reviewed: August 24, 2018
The Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card doesn’t have as much heft as most elite airline cards, but it does offer enough value to justify paying the higher fee.
Marriott Rewards Premier Plus card
Last reviewed: September 27, 2018
The new Marriott Rewards Premier Plus card offers some decent hotel perks and a high rewards rate, enabling you to collect bonus points on everyday purchases.
Hilton Honors American Express Card
Last reviewed: September 28, 2018
The Hilton Honors card offers a substantial number of bonus points for a wide array of purchases and solid perks for Hilton hotel fans; but — because its points are worth significantly less than the average credit card rewards point — the program isn’t quite as generous as it seems.
U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve Card
Last reviewed: September 27, 2018
For frequent travelers looking for an elite travel card to add some luxury to their journeys, the U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve card offers a good value for a lower fee, though it falls short on lounge access and the ability to transfer points.
Frontier Airlines World Mastercard
Last reviewed: June 27, 2018
A fantastic value for cardholders who live in the Western United States and don’t mind flying on a low cost carrier, the Frontier Airlines World Mastercard pairs a generously valued rewards program with a substantial sign-up bonus and a $100 flight voucher every year.
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Discover it Miles
Last reviewed: October 10, 2018
By doubling cardholders’ earnings in the first year, this super flexible travel card beats nearly all of its no-fee competitors by allowing cardholders to effectively earn three miles for every dollar they spend.
Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Card
Last reviewed: May 3, 2018
A good card for frequent travelers who prefer to lodge in comfort and style, the Chase Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Card combines a substantial point bonus on restaurant, airline and car rental purchases with rich rewards for Marriott and Ritz Carlton hotel guests, including one free night’s hotel stay every year. This offer is no longer available on our site.
United Explorer Card
Last reviewed: October 15, 2018
Aside from its stellar sign-up bonus, the United Explorer Card offers a long list of travel perks and a fairly flexible policy on booking rewards flights.
U.S. Bank FlexPerks Travel Rewards American Express card
Last reviewed: February 8, 2018
With the U.S. Bank FlexPerks Travel Rewards Visa Signature card, you can net a good value in travel rewards, but you will have to navigate a restrictive rewards tier when you redeem your FlexPoints for airfare.
The Starwood Preferred Guest Credit Card from American Express
Last reviewed: September 28, 2018
The Starwood Preferred Guest credit card isn’t just useful for fans of Marriott hotels — it’s flexible points can be redeemed for a lot of great travel options.
Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card
Last reviewed: July 31, 2018
Thought its options for international travel are limited, the Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus card is a great deal for domestic travelers and includes an excellent sign-up bonus.