Air Canada unveiled new interiors and business-class seats for two aircraft types, calling the redesign the first major expression of its “Glowing Hearted” design standard and refreshed customer service approach.

The new business-class product, branded Air Canada Signature Class, will debut this summer on the single-aisle Airbus A321XLR — the carrier’s first lie-flat seats on a single-aisle jet — and will later be fitted on its forthcoming Boeing 787-10 fleet.

Across both types and all cabins, the airline is introducing larger overhead bins; ergonomic seats with phone and tablet holders; larger OLED 4K inflight entertainment screens with Bluetooth audio; and USB-C and AC power outlets at every seat.

A321XLR
– Layout: 14 business-class seats in a 1-1 herringbone configuration, plus 168 economy seats (36 with extra legroom).
– Routes: Planned for select transatlantic and transcontinental services.
– Privacy: Business seats will include a sliding privacy panel rather than fully closing doors.
– Orders: Air Canada has 30 A321XLRs on order.

Boeing 787-10
– Layout: 42 Signature Class seats in a 1-2-1 reverse-herringbone layout, 28 premium economy seats, and 262 economy seats (some with extra legroom; total extra-legroom count not specified).
– Signature Class Plus: The first row will offer larger suites with a center divider between middle seats that can be lowered to create an open space for companions.
– The airline plans to take delivery of 14 of the 787-10s and position the type as its new flagship.

Premium economy on the 787-10 receives a mild redesign with “privacy wings” similar to newer domestic premium seats from other carriers.

Design and service
Both cabins emphasize a calm, relaxed aesthetic: gray tones accented by Air Canada’s red, natural wood grain, and bronze metal details. Air Canada also said it will overhaul its soft product — service, food and beverage, and amenities — aiming for a “distinctly Canadian” hospitality experience, with details to be announced later in the year.

“This investment is about fundamentally redefining the experience of flying with Air Canada,” said Mark Nasr, executive vice president and chief operations officer. “Details matter: we listened closely to feedback and challenged ourselves to create an experience defined by a strong Canadian sense of place, alongside a commitment to craftsmanship, functionality, and long-term durability.”

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A mythology-inspired Hyatt resort opens this summer on the Greek island of Paros. The Parian Chronicle, part of Destination by Hyatt, will be located in Kampos, a short drive from Paros Airport (PAS). The hotel’s concept honors the ancient Parian Chronicle, a historic marble inscription that records moments of Greek history.

The property offers about 50 rooms and suites, including accommodations with private terraces or pools. The design reinterprets Cycladic architecture with a softer, more textural approach: natural stone, warm woods, muted earth tones and sculptural lines.

Guests can relax by the pool and enjoy drinks from the pool bar. The Nipson Spa will provide holistic treatments inspired by Greek wellness traditions. Dining will be centered at NAAO, an all-day Greek restaurant highlighting local ingredients and Cycladic culinary traditions.

Destination by Hyatt is a collection of upper-upscale and luxury independent hotels, resorts and residences that reflect the spirit of their locations. The Parian Chronicle fits this approach as an upscale boutique property with local character.

How to book the Parian Chronicle Hotel

Bookings are available starting Sept. 1, 2026. Early rates begin at $718 for a king room with a private pool. As a Category 6 World of Hyatt property, award nights begin at 21,000 World of Hyatt points per night.

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What makes the best credit card combination?
– Complementary bonus categories: Each card should earn enhanced rewards in different areas so you maximize earnings across more purchases.
– Shared reward ecosystem (when possible): Combining cards that earn the same transferable currency lets you pool rewards and use transfer partners for outsized value.
– Minimal benefit overlap: Nonredundant statement credits and perks increase total value.

Amex Platinum + Amex Gold
– Amex Platinum: Premium travel card with a high annual fee; earns 5x Membership Rewards on flights booked directly or through Amex Travel (on a cap), extensive lounge access, and valuable travel protections and statement credits.
– Amex Gold: Mid-fee card focused on dining and groceries; earns 4x on restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets (with caps) and offers dining-related statement credits.
– Why they work: Platinum maximizes flight spend; Gold maximizes dining and grocery spend. Membership Rewards points are transferable across many airline and hotel partners, and benefits/credits largely don’t overlap.

Chase Sapphire Preferred + Chase Freedom Unlimited
– Chase Sapphire Preferred: Low-fee travel rewards card that earns elevated Ultimate Rewards on travel booked via Chase, dining, certain streaming and online grocery purchases, plus travel protections.
– Chase Freedom Unlimited: No annual fee everyday card that earns enhanced cash back on dining and drugstore purchases and a solid rate on other spending.
– Why they work: Freedom Unlimited boosts nonbonus spend and everyday purchases; when paired with Sapphire Preferred, Freedom’s cash-back earnings can be combined into Ultimate Rewards and transferred to Chase travel partners for greater value.

Ink Business Preferred + Chase Sapphire Reserve
– Ink Business Preferred: Business-focused card earning 3x on travel, shipping, internet/cable/phone, and select advertising (on the first $150k), plus strong business-focused protections.
– Chase Sapphire Reserve: Premium personal card earning elevated rates on travel booked through Chase and on direct hotel/flight purchases, plus lounge access and a flexible travel credit.
– Why they work: Use Ink for high-volume business categories up to its cap, and Reserve for travel and dining to maximize points and premium travel perks.

Chase Sapphire Preferred + Chase Sapphire Reserve
– Holding both allows maximum flexibility for travel: Reserve offers higher redemption value and premium benefits, while Preferred covers travel at a lower fee.
– Why they work: Together they ensure strong earnings on travel across channels and allow booking through Chase Travel at boosted values. Adding a Freedom-style card can round out nonbonus spend to ensure at least 1.5–2 points per dollar on general purchases.

Capital One Savor Cash + Capital One Venture
– Capital One Savor Cash: No annual fee (or low-fee Savor variants) focused on dining, entertainment, groceries, and Capital One Travel bookings; earns high cash back in bonus categories.
– Capital One Venture: Mid-fee travel card earning elevated miles on Capital One Travel bookings and 2x on all other purchases.
– Why they work: Use Savor for category spend and Venture for general purchases. You can convert Savor cash back into Capital One miles and access Capital One’s transfer partners for travel redemptions.

Other pairing strategies

Add a cobranded hotel or airline card
– If you earn transferable points, consider adding a cobranded card from a key partner (e.g., World of Hyatt) to capture hotel or airline-specific perks like elite status and annual free nights.

Diversify transferable currencies
– Pairing cards across different transferrable programs (e.g., Amex + Capital One) gives broader redemption flexibility by opening multiple transfer-partner networks.

No-annual-fee transferable options
– If you want transferable rewards without fees, pair no-fee or low-fee cards that let you earn transferable currencies (e.g., Capital One Savor Cash with VentureOne).

Maximize bonus categories
– Build a portfolio that aligns with your top spending categories: cards for dining, groceries, gas/EV charging, travel, business expenses, and a general 2x card for everything else. Properly allocated, this can yield a high blended return on spending.

Set up your ideal structure
– Start by inventorying the cards you already have.
– Identify where you spend most (dining, groceries, travel, business).
– Choose one card to be your primary travel rewards vehicle (preferably a transferable program) and add complementary cards that boost earnings in your top categories.
– Consider annual fee tradeoffs: higher fees can be worth it if benefits and credits offset them; if not, opt for lower-fee alternatives.

Bottom line
The smartest strategy is pairing cards that complement each other’s bonus categories and reward ecosystems. Take stock of your existing cards and spending habits, then select partners that fill gaps and amplify rewards. With the right combinations you’ll earn more on travel and everyday purchases and gain flexibility to redeem points and miles for maximum value.

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It’s been less than a year since Southwest Airlines ended its longtime “bags fly free” policy and began charging most customers to check luggage. Now the carrier is raising those prices.

Southwest announced the fee to check a bag will increase from $35 to $45 for tickets booked beginning Thursday, April 9 — a $10 hike, roughly 28%. The airline also raised the fee for a passenger’s second checked bag by $10.

The carrier said the change stems from “an ongoing analysis of the business and against the evolving global backdrop.” The move follows recent baggage-fee increases by JetBlue and United, with Delta announcing a similar change the following week. U.S. carriers have often mirrored each other when raising luggage charges.

For many years Southwest avoided that trend by allowing all customers to check two bags free. That policy ended last May as part of broader changes to the airline, which also introduced assigned seating in January. In less than a year, Southwest has begun charging for checked bags and then raised those charges.

A-List members in the Rapid Rewards loyalty program will retain their baggage privileges, as will customers who hold a Southwest cobranded credit card.

As of Tuesday evening, three of the four largest U.S. carriers had increased checked-bag fees in the past week, with American Airlines — for now — the only major carrier not to do so.

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New benefits are coming to the JetBlue Premier Card, the airline’s premium credit card that debuted in 2025 and carries a $499 annual fee. Key enhancements target status seekers, frequent JetBlue flyers and high spenders.

New benefits
– Elite status boost: Cardholders receive 25 Tiles toward JetBlue Mosaic elite status at the start of each calendar year, putting you halfway to entry-level Mosaic 1 (which includes a free checked bag, preferred seating and a Mosaic point bonus).
– Companion pass statement credit: You can unlock a companion pass statement credit worth up to $500 after spending $15,000 on the card in a calendar year. Spend $75,000 in a calendar year to unlock an additional companion pass worth up to $1,500.
– Elevated redemption rebate: Cardholders now receive 15% of their TrueBlue points back on award flight redemptions when flying JetBlue or a partner airline (up from a previous 10% rebate).

Why it matters
The elevated 15% rebate makes award redemptions more valuable and aligns the Premier Card with benefits like Delta’s TakeOff 15 for many cardholders. The 25-Tile bonus is useful for those pursuing Mosaic perks without needing to meet a spending requirement to earn it. The companion pass credits add tangible value for those who can meet the $15,000 or, more ambitiously, the $75,000 annual spending thresholds, though the higher threshold will be out of reach for many cardholders.

Bottom line
These perks could be compelling for loyal JetBlue customers who redeem TrueBlue points frequently, want a head start toward Mosaic status, or can realistically meet the companion pass spending requirements. If you fly JetBlue often, evaluate whether the Premier Card’s upgraded benefits and $499 annual fee match your travel and spending patterns.

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Quick comparison
– Welcome bonus: Business Gold — up to 200,000 Membership Rewards points after $15,000 in purchases within three months (offers vary). Business Platinum — up to 300,000 points after $20,000 in purchases within three months (offers vary). TPG values points at about 2¢ each, so roughly $4,000 (Gold) vs $6,000 (Platinum) at those valuations.
– Annual fee: Gold $375; Platinum $895.
– Earning: Gold — 4x points on your top two spending categories each billing cycle (on up to $150,000 combined per calendar year, then 1x); categories include U.S. advertising in select media, U.S. gas stations, U.S. restaurants (including takeout and delivery), transit, U.S. electronic goods retailers, software & cloud providers, and U.S. wireless telephone services. Plus 3x on flights and prepaid hotels booked via Amex Travel; 1x on other purchases. Platinum — 5x on flights and prepaid hotels booked on Amex Travel; 2x on select business categories (U.S. construction material & hardware suppliers, electronic goods retailers, software & cloud providers, shipping providers) and on purchases of $5,000+ everywhere (on up to $2M combined per calendar year, then 1x); 1x on other purchases.
– Benefits: Both include travel protections, purchase protection, extended warranty and cellphone protection. Gold offers business-friendly monthly statement credits (FedEx, Grubhub, office supplies) and a Walmart+ credit. Platinum offers far broader travel and subscription credits, elite hotel statuses, airport lounge access (Centurion, Priority Pass enrollment, Plaza Premium, Lufthansa lounges, Escape, and limited Delta Sky Club access), Global Entry/TSA PreCheck credits, and more. Platinum also offers a 35% Pay with Points rebate on select Amex Travel flight redemptions (up to 1M points back/yr).
– Points transfer: Both cards earn Membership Rewards points and share the same transfer partners and ratios.

Welcome offer winner
– Amex Business Platinum — larger headline bonus value if you can meet the higher minimum spend.

Earning and everyday use
– Amex Business Gold is designed to maximize points on common business spend without needing to pick categories. If your company spends across restaurants, gas, transit, wireless, advertising, electronics and software, the automatic 4x on your top two categories each billing cycle can generate substantial points up to the $150k threshold.
– Amex Business Platinum rewards travel bookings heavily via Amex Travel (5x) and gives 2x on large purchases ($5k+) and certain business suppliers up to a much higher cap ($2M). If your business makes large, infrequent purchases or you book travel through Amex Travel often, Platinum’s structure can be very lucrative.
– Earning winner: Business Gold for broader category bonuses; Business Platinum for high-value Amex Travel bookings and large purchases.

Benefits and credits
– Business Gold credits: up to $240/yr (up to $20/month) for eligible FedEx, Grubhub and office supply purchases; up to $155/yr for Walmart+ (monthly credit); travel protections; cellphone protection; no foreign transaction fees.
– Business Platinum credits and perks: Dell statement credits (and a larger annual Dell credit after a spending threshold), quarterly Indeed credits, Adobe credits, Clear+ credits, up to $200/yr airline incidental fee credit, monthly U.S. wireless credits (up to $120/yr), Global Entry/TSA PreCheck credit, Marriott Bonvoy Gold and Hilton Gold elite statuses, rental car statuses, extensive lounge access (Centurion, Priority Pass via enrollment, Plaza Premium, Lufthansa, Escape), Delta Sky Club visits (10/yr unless $75k spend unlocks unlimited), travel & purchase protections, cellphone protection, and 35% Pay with Points rebate on eligible flights through Amex Travel (up to 1M points back/yr). Many credits require enrollment or qualifying purchases; terms apply.
– Benefits winner: Business Platinum — substantially more premium travel benefits and statement credits that can offset the higher fee if you use them.

Redemption and transfers
– Both cards’ points are in the Membership Rewards program, transferable to the same airline and hotel partners at the same ratios. For bookings via Amex Travel, Business Platinum’s 35% Pay with Points rebate on eligible flights gives extra redemption value when using Pay with Points. For transfer-to-partner redemptions, both cards perform identically.
– Redemption winner: Business Platinum (for Pay with Points value); tie for transfer options.

Which should you get?
– Choose Amex Business Platinum if: you travel frequently, can use lounge access, elite statuses, and the range of annual credits, and you can justify or offset the $895 annual fee through benefits and statement credits. Platinum is tailored to enhanced travel experience and premium perks.
– Choose Amex Business Gold if: you want stronger bonus earning across a broad set of everyday business categories for a lower $375 fee, and you prefer maximizing points from routine business spend rather than premium travel perks.
– Some business owners may benefit from holding both: use Platinum for travel benefits and Gold for everyday category earning.

Bottom line
– Both are strong business cards but serve different needs. Business Gold excels at earning on routine business expenses across multiple categories. Business Platinum excels at travel perks, lounge access and credits that can justify a much higher fee for frequent travelers. Review your business spending and travel habits to decide which card (or combination) makes the most sense.

The American Express® Business Gold Card is geared toward business owners who want to maximize rewards without juggling multiple cards. It earns transferable Membership Rewards points and features dynamic bonus categories that automatically register your top spending categories each billing cycle. Card rating: 3.5 stars. The card carries a $375 annual fee. Applicants should have a good to excellent credit score.

Pros and cons

Pros
– Earn bonus points in your top two spending categories each month
– Valuable transferable Membership Rewards points

Cons
– Better options may exist for businesses with fewer expenses
– $375 annual fee
– High minimum spend for the welcome offer

Welcome offer

New cardmembers may be eligible for a welcome bonus of up to 200,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $15,000 in the first three months. Offers vary and past recipients of this card’s welcome offer may not be eligible again. Using TPG’s valuation of Membership Rewards at 2 cents each, the maximum bonus can be worth up to $4,000.

Benefits and credits

Statement credits
The card offers up to $395 in annual statement credits:
– Up to $240 flexible business statement credit per calendar year (up to $20 per month) for eligible U.S. purchases at FedEx, Grubhub and office supply stores (enrollment required)
– Up to $155 statement credit for Walmart+ monthly membership (up to $12.95 per month; enrollment required)

Maximizing these credits can largely offset the annual fee.

Business tools
– Add up to 99 employee cards (fees apply for additional employee cards beyond the first five)
– Designate an employee as account manager to review transactions, add employees and make payments
– Year-end summaries and auto-expense categorization in QuickBooks
– Complimentary Vendor Pay by Bill.com membership for the first user (second user discounted after six months)
– No preset spending limit (spending capacity adapts based on account activity)
– No foreign transaction fees

Protections
Cardholders receive several purchase and travel protections:
– Cellphone protection: reimbursement for repair or replacement up to $800 per claim (two approved claims per year; $50 deductible)
– Extended warranty: extends eligible warranties by one year (up to $10,000 per claim; limits apply)
– Purchase protection: coverage up to 90 days after purchase for theft or damage (limits apply)
– Travel protections: baggage insurance, trip delay insurance and rental car insurance (terms, conditions and exclusions apply)

Access
Cardholders get access to The Hotel Collection (a $100 on-property credit for stays of two nights or more) and Amex Offers for targeted savings.

Earning points

The Business Gold’s standout feature is the shifting bonus categories. Each billing cycle, the card awards 4 Membership Rewards points per dollar in your top two eligible spending categories, automatically reflecting where you spent the most. Eligible categories include:
– Monthly wireless telephone service charges from U.S. providers
– U.S. purchases at media providers for advertising (online, radio, TV)
– Transit purchases (buses, ferries, parking, ride-hailing, subways, taxis, tolls, trains)
– U.S. purchases from electronics retailers and software/cloud providers
– U.S. purchases at gas stations
– U.S. purchases at restaurants, including takeout and delivery

The 4x rate is capped at $150,000 combined across all bonus categories per calendar year; after that cap, you earn 1 point per dollar. Outside the top-two categories, the card earns 3 points per dollar on flights and prepaid hotels and packages booked through Amex Travel, and 1 point per dollar on other eligible purchases. At TPG’s 2-cent valuation, 4 points per dollar equals an 8% return.

Redeeming and transferring points

Points are Membership Rewards and can be transferred to Amex’s airline and hotel partners or used for travel through Amex Travel, statement credits, gift cards or select shopping redemptions. Direct redemptions and statement credits generally yield 0.5–1 cent per point, so transferring to travel partners usually provides the best value.

Popular transfer partners include Air Canada Aeroplan, Air France-KLM Flying Blue, Iberia, British Airways Avios and Marriott Bonvoy. Amex frequently offers transfer bonuses that increase the value of your points. Transferring strategically to partners that match your travel goals often yields the highest return.

Competing cards

If the Business Gold doesn’t align with your needs, consider:
– The Business Platinum Card from American Express: offers extensive lounge access and many travel and business statement credits. It carries a higher $895 annual fee.
– Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card: earns Chase Ultimate Rewards points, 3x on select business categories (first $150,000 per year) and has a $95 annual fee.
– The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express: earns 2x Membership Rewards points on all eligible business purchases up to $50,000 per year and has no annual fee.

Bottom line

The Amex Business Gold is a strong choice for businesses with fluctuating spending who can take advantage of the adjustable 4x bonus categories and the card’s statement credits. If you can maximize those credits and the bonus categories, the card can deliver excellent value. However, businesses seeking more premium travel perks or lower annual fees may prefer competing options. For rates, fees and benefit details, review the card’s terms before applying.

Best Hilton Amex welcome offers (summary)
– Hilton Honors American Express Card — Best seen: up to 130,000 pts (80k after $1k in 3 months + 50k after $5k in 6 months). When to apply: if offer ≥80k points, or ≥70k points with a free night reward.
– Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card — Best seen: up to 180,000 pts (130k after $2k in 3 months + 50k after $10k in 6 months). When to apply: if offer ≥155k points, or ≥130k points with a free night or $0 first-year annual fee.
– Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card — Best seen: up to 180,000 pts (180k after $6k in 6 months). When to apply: if offer ≥175k points.
– The Hilton Honors American Express Business Card — Best seen: up to 180,000 pts (130k after $2k in 3 months + 50k after $10k in 6 months). When to apply: if offer ≥175k points.

Hilton Honors American Express Card (consumer, no annual fee)
A solid entry-level card for occasional Hilton stays or new points collectors. Typical recent offers observed:
– 130,000 pts: 80k after $1k in 3 months + 50k after $5k in 6 months (highest seen).
– 100,000 pts after $2,000 in 6 months.
– 80,000 pts after $1,000 or $2,000 in early-bird offers.
– 70,000 pts + a free night reward after $1,000–$2,000 in the first 3–6 months.
When to apply: Apply when the public offer is at least 80,000 bonus points, or at least 70,000 points combined with a free night reward. These thresholds generally indicate an elevated, worthwhile bonus for a no-annual-fee card.

Hilton Honors Surpass (mid-tier, $150 annual fee)
A mid-tier choice for Hilton loyalists; perks include automatic Gold status. Recent notable offers:
– 180,000 pts: 130k after $2k in 3 months + 50k after $10k in 6 months (highest seen).
– 170k–165k and 155k offers observed in strong periods.
– Frequent 130k offers, sometimes paired with a free night or a waived first-year fee promotion.
When to apply: Consider applying when the bonus reaches at least 155,000 points, or when you see 130,000 points plus a free night reward or a $0 first-year annual fee. Those offers materially increase first-year value relative to the $150 fee.

Hilton Honors Aspire (premium, $550 annual fee)
Best for heavy Hilton users who value premium perks that can offset the high annual fee. Recent offers:
– 180,000 pts after $6,000 in 6 months (highest seen).
– Repeated 175,000–150,000 point offers during promotional periods.
When to apply: Apply if the public offer is at least 175,000 points. That level typically makes the first-year net value attractive after accounting for the premium annual fee and the card’s credits/perks.

Hilton Honors American Express Business Card ($195 annual fee)
Good for business owners who can route spend to a business card to build Hilton points. Recent offers:
– 180,000 pts: 130k after $2k in 3 months + 50k after $10k in 6 months (highest seen).
– 175,000 pts after $6–8k in 6 months and periodic 130k–150k offers, sometimes with a free night reward.
When to apply: It’s a good time to apply when the public offer is at least 175,000 points.

How to use this history
– Wait for elevated public welcome offers: Most of a card’s first-year value comes from the bonus. If you’re eligible (haven’t received the lifetime Amex welcome on that card), waiting for an elevated offer can multiply the value you get from initial spending.
– Compare effort to reward: Consider the minimum spending requirement and timeframe. Large bonuses with higher spend thresholds can still be worthwhile if you can meet the requirement without unnecessary purchases.
– Watch for extras: Periodic promotions add free-night rewards, statement credits, or waived first-year fees alongside point bonuses. Those extras can tilt the decision toward applying.
– Check eligibility rules: Remember Amex’s one-bonus-per-card lifetime policy and review any issuer rules about product changes or previous acceptances before applying.

Bottom line
Use this outline of observed Hilton Amex welcome bonuses to decide whether a public offer is worth applying for. Target applying when the bonus level and any additional incentives (free night, statement credit, waived fee) meet or exceed the guidance above for each card. Elevated offers appear periodically; joining only at those times maximizes the bonus value you earn in year one.

Note: This summary discusses only publicly available offers and is not a substitute for issuer terms. Valuations and thresholds referenced are based on historical patterns and commonly reported valuations.

Editor’s Note: This recurring article is updated regularly with new offers and discounts.

If you’ve been eyeing an Away bag but want to avoid full price, two popular Chase cards are offering targeted statement-credit deals that can save you $100 or $200 on purchases made directly with Away.

– Chase Sapphire Reserve®: Some cardholders are seeing a Chase Offer for a $200 statement credit after spending $500 on Away purchases.
– Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: Some cardholders are seeing a $100 statement credit after spending $400 on Away purchases.

Both offers must be activated in the Chase Offers section of your card account and are valid through May 20. Use the card with the activated offer to pay for the purchase to receive the credit.

Away currently runs a promotion that takes $50 off two bags, which can help reach the $500 threshold if you buy two Carry-On bags (before tax). With the Sapphire Reserve $200 credit, that could reduce the out-of-pocket cost to about $150 per bag. If you only need one bag, consider teaming up with a friend or family member to hit the required spend and split the savings.

Product notes and tips
– The Away Bigger Carry-On is a favorite for many travelers for its capacity and durability; the regular Away Carry-On is a good option if you prefer a smaller size or travel on airlines with stricter overhead limits.
– Start your purchase through a cashback or rewards portal (for example, Rakuten) to earn extra points or cash back on top of the Chase statement credit.
– Remember to activate the offer in your Chase account before completing the purchase and pay with the card tied to the activated offer.

Related reading (examples)
– Reviews and comparisons of Away carry-on options and packing strategies can help you choose the right bag for your needs.

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Chase’s long-running partnership with Lyft is expanding: Southwest Rapid Rewards credit cardholders can now earn bonus points on Lyft rides through Dec. 31, 2027. No activation is required — simply add your Southwest card as the default payment method in the Lyft app to start earning.

Earning rates (through Dec. 31, 2027)
– Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority Credit Card and Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card: 5 points per $1
– Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card and Southwest® Rapid Rewards® Premier Business Credit Card: 3 points per $1
– Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card: 2 points per $1

Why it matters
The benefit is automatic and has no minimum rides or spending cap. Cardholders should confirm which Southwest card they hold and set it as the default Lyft payment method to capture the bonus points.

Comparisons and considerations
Depending on your wallet, another card may earn equal or better rewards on Lyft. For example, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® can earn 5 points per $1 on Lyft (activation required), so compare earning rates before choosing which card to use for ride-hailing.

Bottom line
If you have a Southwest card, check its Lyft earning rate and make it your default Lyft payment method if it’s your best option or if you want to accumulate Rapid Rewards points. The benefit runs through Dec. 31, 2027, and may be extended to other cards in the future.

Disclosure
The cards mentioned are from partners who may compensate the publisher on approvals. Opinions are editorial and not endorsed by card issuers.