The Deal at a Glance: Airline: Air India Route: Chennai (MAA) ↔ Delhi (DEL) (Round Trip) Travel Dates: September 18th – September 21st, 2025 Points Used: 13,500 Air India Flying Returns Points Taxes Paid: ₹2,259 Card Used: American Express Platinum Charge Card (earning 10x points!) The “Savvy Mentor” Take: Why This Was a Smart Booking…
For years, one name has dominated the conversation around premium credit cards in India: the HDFC Bank Infinia. For many, it has been the undisputed king of travel cards—the benchmark against which all other premium cards were measured. Its legendary lounge access, flexible reward points, and solid earning rates made it the default goal for…
In our last guide, we covered the theory of how credit card points work. Now, let’s have some real fun. We’re going to put that knowledge to the test and book a real international trip. Our destination? The vibrant, bustling city of London, United Kingdom, is flying directly from [Chennai/Delhi]. This isn’t just a hypothetical…
Imagine this: You’re reclining in a spacious business class seat, sipping a cool drink as you fly towards a sun-drenched beach in [Thailand/Maldives/Seychelles/Bali/India]. It sounds like an expensive dream, right? For most of us in India, the high cost of travel can feel like a barrier. We see the ads for credit card rewards, but…