Airport lounge access is one of the most valuable — and misunderstood — benefits tied to credit cards. Lounges offer a quieter place to wait, complimentary food and drinks, stronger Wi-Fi and, in many ...

After years of seeing Capital One's catchy "What's in your wallet?" commercials, I finally looked into its credit cards. As a frequent flyer, I found its Venture X card to be the most appealing option ...

Waiting at the airport for your flight can be an uninviting experience. Seats at the gate are often uncomfortable and crowded, while food options are typically overpriced. However, if you have access ...

I've had an American Express Platinum card for over two years and find it's a good value. The annual fee is high, but the card got me gold status with two hotel chains and a Priority Pass. I've used ...

Ajay Jain is a freelance writer who first became interested in travel as a young child whose house was underneath the landing path at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. After his first trip in ...