As you may know, the Platinum Charge Card and the Platinum Reserve card are American Express’s premium products in India. Historically, many cardholders found their value limited unless they specifically used hotel and Taj-related benefits. Amex has now updated these cards to make them more broadly useful beyond elite hotel perks. Below is a clear … Read more

Below article may be outdated; please refer to the latest review for current details. Air Vistara, in partnership with Axis Bank, launched a line of Vistara co-branded credit cards in 2016. The range includes three variants: Platinum, Signature and the top-tier Infinite. The Axis Vistara Infinite Credit Card is the premium option, offering substantial travel … Read more

Planning your next international trip and looking for a quiet, comfortable spot to relax before your flight? Airport lounges offer free Wi‑Fi, complimentary drinks and snacks, and a calm environment away from crowded terminals. For many travelers, lounges are one of the best parts of flying—comfortable, convenient, and often a good money saver when bundled … Read more

If you’re new to the HDFC 10X Rewards program, HDFC Bank offers two main types of 10X rewards: 10X on SmartBuy and 10X at Diners Club merchant partners. The latter is available only to Diners credit cardholders. This article outlines the updated 10X rewards for Diners Club cards and the newly added merchant partners. HDFC … Read more

The 10X rewards program on Smartbuy has long been a valuable way to save on online shopping, hotels and flights. It just got better: the Smartbuy portal now sells gift cards directly, and those purchases are eligible for 10X rewards. This functionality has been visible for a couple of weeks; I waited to report it … Read more

ICICI Coral Credit Card is the entry-level option in ICICI Bank’s Gemstone credit card series. Within the Coral family there are a few variants, including Coral Visa/MasterCard, Coral American Express, and Coral HPCL cards. This article focuses on the Coral American Express variant, which I find to be the strongest option among the Coral cards. … Read more

I recently stayed at Radisson Blu Bangalore, Outer Ring Road, and here is a detailed review of my experience in a Business Class room. I actually stayed in two different Business Class rooms during my visit, which I describe below. Table of Contents Booking Check-in & Lobby Room Property Food Final Thoughts Booking Revenue Rate: … Read more

Axis Bank has introduced the Burgundy Private Credit Card, a new offering aimed at its Private Banking clientele. Targeted at Ultra High Net Worth Individuals with a minimum Net Relationship Value (NRV) of INR 5 crore, this card competes with elite products such as the Amex Centurion and Citi Ultima. Rather than focusing on high-volume … Read more

Every year many travellers look forward to the Marriott Bonvoy points transfer promotion with American Express credit cards in India. When active, this offer raises the value of Amex Membership Rewards points when converted to Marriott Bonvoy, improving redemption value from roughly 0.50 INR per point to about 0.65 INR and often delivering even greater … Read more

If you’re looking for a straightforward entry-level cashback card from Standard Chartered, the Standard Chartered Smart Credit Card is worth considering. It may not top the charts among cashback cards, but it offers useful features: a simple cashback structure, attractive EMI terms, and easy access to Standard Chartered’s broader card ecosystem. Below is a clear … Read more