Each year I reward myself with a luxury getaway at a Taj property using the 10,000 INR voucher I receive with my American Express Platinum Travel Credit Card. In previous years I’ve used the voucher at Taj Santacruz, Mumbai and Taj Surya, Coimbatore, and I always enjoy the experience at Taj hotels. Their attention to … Read more

Rupay’s long-promised credit card has finally reached the market after several delays. Initially expected by the end of 2016, its launch slipped multiple times before banks began listing Rupay credit card products on their websites. Although an official NPCI press release was still pending when many bank pages went live, the cards are now visible … Read more

Axis Bank has introduced a new Travel Edge portal that allows cardholders to earn and redeem Axis Edge reward points for travel-related bookings, including flights, hotels and curated experiences. The portal functions similarly to other bank shopping platforms and includes promotional multipliers on reward earnings for a limited time. Recently Axis Bank launched an attractive … Read more

Ever since Salem airport reopened, I’ve flown the SXV–MAA route almost every month, usually using points. I normally visit the TFS Lounge before my flight, but this time I tried something different. I noticed the Syona Spa outlet at Chennai Airport was recently added to the Dreamfolks DragonPass airport wellness program, so I decided to … Read more

Every so often people ask which is better — Visa, MasterCard, or American Express. Many are even unaware that Diners Club cards are available in India. There’s no single correct answer: the best card depends on what you need, where you use it, and how the card networks and issuers operate. Differences Between Visa/MasterCard and … Read more

After waiting three years since the last Amex-Marriott transfer promotion, the offer has returned. While the bonus has been reduced from the previous 50% to 30%, it remains a valuable opportunity for those who collect American Express Membership Rewards (MR) points and use Marriott Bonvoy. Below are the key details of the promotion. Offer Details … Read more

Many readers have asked for reviews of RBL cards, so I’m starting with the RBL Bank Platinum Delight credit card. This is an entry-level card from RBL Bank. Although RBL is not a major player in the credit card market, it offers cards with reasonable rewards. I’m not a fan of paying a joining fee … Read more

The IndusInd Pinnacle Credit Card was once among India’s leading premium cards. By 2024 it no longer holds that top-tier position for most users, but it still has value for people who want specific features—especially those available for a one-time joining benefit or waived fee offers. Below is an updated, concise guide to the IndusInd … Read more

Yes, you read that correctly — I was approved for just Rs. 1,000 extra credit limit. American Express is known to grant sizable limit increases for consistent spending; in fact, my limit was doubled after my previous request, six months after I first got the card. This time, however, I wasn’t so lucky, and I … Read more

American Express has launched a limited-time EazyDiner promotion for cardmembers who pay restaurant bills through PayEazy on the EazyDiner app. The offer includes bonus Membership Rewards points on qualifying spends. Below are the specifics, eligibility and key terms to help you decide whether to use it. Offer Details Offer 1: Earn 1,000 Bonus Membership Rewards … Read more