Posts by Barry.Choi
EQ Bank Review 2020 | Get $20 for free!
If you’re looking for a Canadian bank that offers a good interest rate, then you need to check out EQ Bank who’s one of the most popular digital banks in Canada Right now, their interest rate is a respectable 2.00% interest* rate on their EQ Bank Savings Plus Account and easily makes it one of…
Read MoreRocky Mountaineer Review
I had the fortunate opportunity to ride the Rocky Mountaineer, which is easily one of the best experiences I’ve ever had in my life. What is the Rocky Mountaineer you ask? To simply put it, it’s one of the most incredible train journeys in the world. What makes the Rocky Mountaineer such an epic adventure…
Read MoreEgyptAir 787-9 Business Class Cairo to Dubai Review
On my recent trip to Dubai, I decided to fly down via Egypt. My first leg was EgyptAir 777-300ER Business Class Toronto to Cairo which gave me about a 3.5 hour layover in Cairo before I boarded EgyptAir 787-9 Business Class Cairo to Dubai. For reference, this flight is formally labelled as MS912. It departs from Cairo…
Read MoreThe Best Low Interest Credit Cards in Canada
**This post contains affiliate links The best travel credit cards in Canada can be appealing, but what if you’re constantly carrying a balance on your credit card? It makes no sense to collect rewards when you’re paying 19.99% interest, so you’re better off with a credit card that has a much lower interest rate. In…
Read MoreAmerican Express Platinum Canada Review
Normally, my American Express Platinum Canada review is positive since you get so much value out of the card, but due to the world pandemic, American Express has devalued the card. My American Express Platinum Canada review is still positive since it’s one of the best travel credit cards in Canada if you’re strictly looking…
Read MoreHow to Improve Your Credit Score
How to improve your credit score is one of the most common questions Canadians ask when it comes to their personal finances. Unlike your budget and spending, you have no real control over your credit score. Yes, there are various things that you can do that will increase or decrease your credit score, but since…
Read MoreHow Much Does it Cost to go to Bangkok?
Bangkok is one of the most popular cities in the world. With excellent street food, ancient temples and cheap accommodations, it’s really no surprise that many people love Bangkok. Of course, first-time visitors always want to know how much does it cost to go to Bangkok? Is it as cheap as people say? The short…
Read MoreMarriott Bonvoy American Express Increases Earn Rate
In what seems to be a new trend for credit card providers, the Marriott Bonvoy American Express has just increased their earn rate. You’ll now earn the following Marriott Bonvoy points for your purchases between May 15 and August 31, 2020. 5 points per $1 on groceries, food delivery and takeout 5 points for per…
Read MoreAmerican Express Business Platinum Canada Review
**This post contains affiliate links The American Express Business Platinum card has one of the largest sign up bonus out there since you get 45,000 American Express Membership Rewards points (with a referral) when you spend $7,000 in the first three months. Those 45,000 points are incredibly flexible since you can transfer them to various partners…
Read MoreAmerican Express Platinum Cards Welcome Bonus Devaluation
In a surprising, not so surprising move, American Express has dropped the welcome bonus on both of their Platinum Cards. New American Express Platinum Card applicants will now get a welcome bonus of 25,000 Membership Rewards points when you charge $2,000 to your card in the first three months of card membership. If you’re signing…
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