Hotel and Airline Elite Status via Credit Cards in India
Marriott Bonvoy Platinum, Hilton Diamond, Singapore KrisFlyer Gold — the credit cards that grant elite status, and whether they pay.
Mira Nair4 min read
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Lounge access, forex markup, and milestone bonuses.
Travelling Abroad: Credit Card vs Cash vs Forex Card
Which is cheapest, which is safest, and which is most flexible? The honest comparison.
Kabir Reddy4 min read
Using Indian Credit Cards Internationally: A Complete Guide
Forex markup, acceptance, ATM withdrawals, dynamic currency conversion, and dispute resolution abroad.
Mira Nair4 min read
MakeMyTrip and Travel-Booking Cashback in India
MMT, Cleartrip, Yatra, Goibibo — the booking platforms and the credit cards that reward each.
Devansh Kapoor4 min read
Hotel Loyalty Programmes + Credit Cards: The Points-Hotel Playbook
Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, IHG One Rewards — how to combine credit-card transfers with hotel status for maximum value.
Kabir Reddy5 min read
Online Travel Agent vs Credit Card Travel Portal: Where to Book
Booking through MMT vs HDFC SmartBuy vs the airline direct — the price difference and the rewards difference.
Mira Nair4 min read
Amex Platinum Travel Card: Is the Welcome Bonus Worth the Fee?
₹5,000 annual fee, ₹10,000+ welcome bonus on first-year spend, milestone Taj vouchers. The math, with caveats.
Kabir Reddy4 min read
Travel Credit Cards with No Annual Fee in India
Lifetime-free cards that reward travel. The earn rates are lower, but the savings are real for moderate travellers.
Mira Nair4 min read
Airline Co-Brand Credit Cards in India: Which Ones Are Worth It?
Vistara, Air India, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, SpiceJet — the co-brand landscape and the cards that earn their keep.
Mira Nair4 min read
Air India + Vistara Merger: What It Means for Credit Card Rewards
Vistara is now Air India. The Club Vistara points programme has merged with Maharaja Club. Here's how to position your cards.
Kabir Reddy4 min read
Priority Pass vs Visa Infinite Lounges: Which Network Wins?
Both networks offer lounge access at major airports. The coverage, guest policy, and food quality differ.
Kabir Reddy4 min read
Axis Atlas vs Amex Platinum Travel: Which Mid-Premium Card Wins?
Both are ₹5,000 cards with 5X on travel. The differences are in the transfer partners, welcome bonuses, and acceptance.
Mira Nair4 min read
Zero Forex Markup Cards in India: Save 2%–3.5% on Every International Spend
Three cards charge zero forex markup on international transactions. The savings on a ₹10L travel spend is ₹2L–₹3.5L.
Kabir Reddy3 min read
Best Credit Cards for Hotel Bookings in India (2026)
Marriott, Taj, Oberoi, ITC, OYO — the credit cards that reward each, and the transfer-partner routes that save the most.
Mira Nair5 min read
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Best Credit Cards for IRCTC and Train Travel in India
IRCTC doesn't accept all credit cards. The cards that work, the cashback they offer, and the smarter ways to book.
Mira Nair4 min read
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