Plaza Premium Lounge Transit Hotel is located a short walk from the arrivals baggage counters. As a transit facility, entry is granted only to passengers with a connecting flight from the airport. I arrived from Mumbai and had about a five-hour layover before my onward flight to Chennai, which gave me enough time to visit … Read more

HDFC Bank, in collaboration with Jet Airways and Diners Club, launched the HDFC Diners Jet Credit Card to help cardholders earn JetPrivilege (JPMiles) more quickly. This product combines HDFC Bank’s wide presence in India, Jet Airways’ JPMiles program and Diners Club’s global lounge access benefits into a single premium credit card offering. JetPrivilege HDFC Bank … Read more

American Express ran a limited three-day Republic Day promotion in 2021 offering extra Membership Rewards points on spending with select cards. This promotion resembles the spend-based bonus Amex ran in November 2020. Below is a clear summary of the offer and key observations for cardholders who received the communication. Offer Details Offer: Earn additional Membership … Read more

It has been just over a year since I applied for and received the HSBC Premier Credit Card, and recently I was sent a targeted email offering a credit limit increase. The new limit proposed in the email was more than double my previous limit, placing it on par with the highest limits I hold … Read more

Latest Version is here: October 2018 Update The HDFC Diners Club 10X program has long been one of the most generous reward schemes available on credit cards in India. After the previous deadline of 31 March 2018 passed, the program received several updates and extensions. Below is a clear, consolidated summary of the current status and … Read more

Many of us appreciate the convenience of credit cards: they act as short-term, easily accessible loans and often provide an interest-free period that can help manage cash flow. For renters—whose monthly payments can range from ₹5,000 to ₹1,00,000 or more—using a credit card to pay rent can be especially useful. Paying rent with a credit … Read more

I recently departed from Dubai International Airport (DXB), Terminal 1, on an Air India flight to Chennai (MAA). Since Terminal 1 does not offer dedicated fast-track gates for business-class passengers, I used the Marhaba meet-and-greet service provided as a benefit of the IndusInd Avios Credit Card for departures. Below is a concise, practical account of … Read more

As you may know, Hotels & Airline bookings along with Amazon and Flipkart shopping have been the primary ways to earn 10X rewards under the Smartbuy 10X cap. Now you can also book Trains and Buses on Smartbuy and earn 10X rewards on select HDFC Bank credit cards. The Bus booking option was reportedly added … Read more

Marriott International has launched a distinctive boutique hotel on the outskirts of Pune, blending a focus on wine and wellness. The combination is unconventional but compelling, offering guests an experience that feels more like a European countryside retreat than a typical city property. Set on a working 66-acre winery, the hotel is part of Marriott’s … Read more

The O2 Spa at Bangalore Airport is known for its quality treatments and calming atmosphere, offering a welcome break from the stress of travel. An airport spa is especially useful for weary travelers looking to relax between flights. On a recent trip to Delhi I purposely scheduled a stopover in Bangalore so my return route … Read more