Marvin
Founder & Editor
Credit card rewards editor focused on practical, source-backed recommendations
Marvin is the founder of CardCurator and the primary editor behind the site’s credit card reviews, transfer bonus coverage, and points strategy guides. He focuses on turning issuer terms, award charts, and real-world redemption math into practical recommendations that are easy to verify. His work prioritizes transparent methodology, current offers, and explicit tradeoffs over generic “best card” lists.
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Recent Articles
Weekly Recap: Sep 28-Oct 4 - New IHG Cards, United Bonuses & Bilt Changes
New IHG cards, elevated United welcome bonuses, Bilt’s upcoming Hyatt devaluation, and hotel promotions shaped the September 28-October 4 rewards week.
Kudos Diapers at Costco vs. Target: Which Is Actually Cheaper?
Costco looks cheaper for Kudos size 6 diapers, but Target Circle Card savings and diaper gift-card promotions can change the math. Here is how to compare the real cost per diaper.
Weekly Recap: Sep 21-27 - Freedom Flex, LifeMiles & Fall Stays
A refreshed Freedom Flex, a 25% Citi-to-LifeMiles bonus, an 85,000-mile Atmos Business offer, and fall hotel promotions defined September 21-27 rewards week.
How I Booked a JetBlue FLL-to-EWR Trip for 17,000 Avios and $9
A real FLL-to-EWR booking: 17,000 Qatar Airways Avios for JetBlue instead of 19,600 TrueBlue points, plus a one-day Hertz rental covered with a Venture X credit and points.
Weekly Recap: Sep 14-20 - Citi Rules, Transfer Bonuses & Wyndham Changes
Citi tightened Strata eligibility, transfer bonuses landed for LifeMiles and Marriott, and Wyndham repriced awards—what rewards travelers need to know.
Costco Is Now on DoorDash: Stack COSTCO20, Chase Credits, and 20% Off Gift Cards
Costco is now on DoorDash nationwide for members. Here is how COSTCO20, Chase Sapphire DoorDash promos, DashPass, and Costco’s 20%-off DoorDash gift cards can reduce grocery-delivery costs.
Delta Card Offers: Up to 200,000 Miles—and What Free Bags Can Actually Save
Current Delta SkyMiles American Express welcome offers, the benefits that matter, and the real dollar value of free checked bags after Delta’s 2026 fee increase.
Weekly Recap: Sep 7-13 - Hilton Bonuses, Aeroplan 115K & Marriott Offers
Hilton and Marriott hotel-card offers climbed, Aeroplan hit 115,000 points, Venture added a hotel credit, and Chase’s Aeroplan transfer bonus remains live.
How I Booked Our Jacksonville-to-New York Trip for About $576
A real booking: United to Newark through Air India Maharaja Club, Delta home through Flying Blue, one Amex Travel ticket, and a Venture X rental-car credit.
How I Booked Four Miami-to-Tel Aviv Round Trips for $30 in Fees
A real four-person Miami-to-Tel Aviv booking using Virgin Atlantic points, a 30% Amex transfer bonus, and grandfathered Chase portal value.
Weekly Recap: Aug 31-Sep 6 - 90k Avios, Transfer Bonuses & Flying Blue
Three 30% transfer bonuses, 90,000-Avios card offers, and Flying Blue award changes led the rewards news cycle for travelers from August 31 through September 6.
Aer Lingus AerClub: How to Use Avios for Flights
How to evaluate Aer Lingus AerClub Avios for Ireland flights, partner bookings, and Avios transfers before moving points.