All MasterCard Content

• Should You Get a Pre-Loaded Chip Card for Europe?
  December 16, 2010 12:00 am
  Expert Ed Perkins weighs the pros and cons of Travelex's new chip-and-pin debit card. Find out if it's right for you. read more
• A Free Night After Three Overseas Starwood Stays
  October 28, 2010 12:51 pm
  A free night after three Starwood stays? Sounds good. But you'll have to travel pretty far afield to earn the bonus, as well as to use it. read more
• Get a $50 Gift Card for Purchases on AA.com
  October 22, 2010 12:13 pm
  American is offering gift cards worth up to $50 for purchases of flights, hotel stays, car rentals, and tours made on AA.com. Deal or no deal? read more
• Bank More Miles for US Air Flights Charged to a MasterCard
  October 19, 2010 1:20 pm
  With the new promotion, US Airways customers can earn up to double frequent flyer miles for all flights charged to a MasterCard. read more
• Extra Baggage Insurance: Why You May Need It
  September 7, 2010 9:24 am
  Depending on what's in your suitcase and what coverage you already have, you may want to purchase extra baggage insurance. Ed Perkins explains your options. read more
• Stored-Value Cards: A Good Alternative to Traditional Plastic?
  July 9, 2010 12:00 am
  Still confused about the best way to pay your expenses and get cash while you're traveling? Conventional credit and debit cards get the most attention, but they're not your only options. read more
• Editors' Choice Awards 2010: Best Travel Rewards Card for ATM Use
  May 23, 2010 12:00 am
  Debit cards incur up two unique fees at ATMs outside the U.S. The sole criterion for our winner in this category is lowest total fees. read more
• The Future of Credit Cards (And Their Fees)
  January 7, 2010 12:00 am
  Credit cards provide an easy way to buy tickets, purchase accommodations, and rent cars. However, 2010 may be the year we start paying for the convenience the cards provide. read more
• Ten Hotel Promotions to Make Fall Travel More Rewarding
  September 16, 2008 12:00 am
  This fall is shaping up as one of the most lucrative ever for travelers who earn rewards in hotel loyalty programs. We feature 10 hotel offers to make trips extra-rewarding. read more
• Beware of the Foreign Exchange Gouge
  September 15, 2008 12:00 am
  Ed Perkins breaks down the foreign exchange fee gouge for credit card payments and explains who gets a cut. read more