Articles tagged “travel rewards”
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The Best Credit Cards for International Travel in 2026 (and the Mistakes That Cost Tourists Money)
The right card abroad isn't always the one with the flashiest perks — it's the one that gets accepted, skips the foreign transaction fee, and turns your spending into flights home. Here's how to choose, by how you actually travel.
SmartRates Editorial Team
June 26, 2026
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Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards of 2026: From No-Fee to Premium
The best travel credit cards for 2026 across every price tier — no annual fee, mid-tier $95 cards, and premium cards with lounge access. Here's how to pick the one that fits your travel.
SmartRates Editorial Team
June 15, 2026
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Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Amex Gold: Which Card Wins in 2026?
The $95 Sapphire Preferred and $325 Amex Gold reward very different spending. Compare current fees, credits, earning categories, protections, and who each card fits.
SmartRates Editorial Team
June 5, 2026