Travel Itinerary: Five Days in Big Island Hawaii

March 4, 2022March 4, 2025by milesforplaces3 Comments

Big Island was the fourth Hawaiian Island my wife and I visited. This trip was also our first long-distance trip with our 5-month-old son, so there was a bit of uncertainty on how he would handle being in a plane for 8+ hours. Fortunately, he was well-behaved, which gave us a ton of confidence in making future trips with him. During this trip to Hawaii, we encountered a day of heavy rain and another day when the eastern half of the island had rain, so we could not see specific points of interest. This forced us to cancel several sights we planned to visit. However, there was a positive trade-off of being “stuck” at the resort, and you will see why as you keep reading.

Day One: Arrival

We arrived at Kona International Airport on the Big Island around 3pm. We rented a car from Turo (you can read my review on Turo and our experience here), collected our luggage, and walked to the airport parking lot, where our car was already waiting for us with the keys inside. The distance to Hilton Waikoloa Village from the airport was about 20 miles and a 30-minute drive. On the way to the resort, we stopped at a lookout point to take in the scenery. If you see a lookout point anywhere, just stop your car and enjoy the views.

Vegetation growth on volcanic rock at a lookout point. The Big Island is home to multiple volcanoes, some of which are still active.

Since sunset was around 6:15 p.m., and by the time we got situated, it was already close to 5 p.m., we spent the rest of the time at the resort enjoying the sunset views.

I’ll have a separate review on the Hilton Waikoloa Village, but this was a wonderful, kid-friendly property.

Day Two: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Stops Along the Way

On the second day, I drove from Waikoloa to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park while making a few stops in between. I downloaded the Gypsy App specifically for the Big Island, and it guided me on where to make stops between Waikoloa and Volcanoes National Park. It costs $9.99, and you do not need to have data to work with it. The most appealing aspect of this app is that the narrator gives you historical context concerning culture and geology at various stopping points and why it might be worth stopping or skipping. The app is a knowledgeable tour guide, and I highly recommend using it for Big Island.

GypsyRoad — The Gypsy App is available for each Hawaiian Island. I highly recommend it.

Places of Interest En Route To Volcanoes National Park

LavaFieldBigIsland — *A lava field lookout point on the way to Volcanoes National Park.*

Lookoutpoint2 — *This viewpoint is right off the side of the road.*

PunaluuSign — *This is one of the places you should stop by on the way to Volcanoes National Park.*

blacksandbeachsouthend — *Punalu’u Black Sand Beach*

SeaTurtlesPunaluuBeach — *Sea turtles basking in the sun at Punalu’u Black Sand Beach.*

Punalu’u Black Sand Beach Park was the last place I stopped before entering Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. After this one, there are a few other points of interest, such as South Point (the southernmost point out of all the 50 states) and Papakolea Beach, a green sand beach. Getting to the beach does require over two hours of hiking, and I did not want to run out of daylight where I’d be hurrying at Volcanoes National Park. I skipped these two, but if you leave Kona before sunrise or stay in Hilo, you’ll have plenty of time to see both places.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

I’ve been asked if I brought my 5-month-old to this park, and the answer is no. Since the steam vents emit sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide gas, I did not want to expose my son to potential lung irritants. If you’re pregnant, have heart problems, asthma, or COPD, it’s probably best to avoid the steam vents at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Caldera2 — The Kilauea Caldera. You can either park at the visitors center and take a half-mile hike to get here or park on the road and walk a few hundred feet. I chose to do the hike so I could see most of the steam vents along the path.

Some parts of the park were still closed due to the eruptions from 2018, and the lava tubes were also not accessible during this time. As you continue your drive through the park, I highly recommend taking Chain of Craters Road down to the coast. It’s about 20 miles from the caldera, and the drive is among the best in any of the 50 states. Pictures don’t do it justice, so I took a short video to give you a better idea.

You will also find plenty of fantastic photo opportunities and other points of interest.

VolcanoesNPViews — *One of the scenic viewpoints on Chain of Craters Road.*

PetroglyphsPath — *Pu’u Loa Petroglyphs Field*

You will find a sign for the Pu’u Loa Petroglyphs Field closer to the shore. This area is considered sacred to the people of Hawaii, and you will find many symbols and images carved into the hardened lava. It’s a 1.4-mile round-trip hike, and I highly recommend it. Further down the road, you will see cliffs made from lava. This is the newest land on the Big Island, and it’s made when lava hits the water and solidifies into rock.

RoadViewChainofCraters — Chain of Craters Road on the way back also has stunning views.

Day Three: Pololu Valley and Stops Along the Way

On this day, there was rain in the forecast after 2 p.m., so I made it a point to get this hike done as early as possible. The mornings also have cooler temperatures, making a much more comfortable hike. Pololu Valley is about a 45-minute drive from Waikoloa and about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Kona. You can just park your car on the road and enjoy the views from the lookout, but if you want to get the splendid views of the valley, you should go on a hike. The hike down isn’t challenging, but it can be slippery due to the frequent rainfall in the area. Returning up the hike is moderately difficult, and you will need plenty of water and some granola bars.

PoluluLookoutParking — Pololu Lookout. You can still enjoy these views even if you decide not to hike.

PololuLookout2 — Pololu Valley from the parking area

Blackrockbeach — *The Black Sand Beach once you hike your way to the bottom.*

PoluluLookOut — *This is the view you hike down for.*

Waimea Valley is nearby and also offers spectacular views. However, hiking there requires entering private property, which would be considered trespassing. You can also drive down there but need an AWD or 4WD vehicle with some clearance.

Day Four: Whale Watching From Hilton Waikoloa Village (due to rain)

On this day, the plan was to go to Akaka Falls. If you are on the Big Island, visit Akaka Falls because it is beautiful from the many pictures and videos I have seen. Unfortunately, a lot of rain moved in and spanned the entire island. But there was a silver lining. As I’ve mentioned before, winter is humpback whale season in Hawaii. Mothers and calves are near the coasts of every Hawaiian island, and this is when mothers teach their young how to be whales. Since our resort was right on the shore, I took my camera and started filming when someone pointed out the whales in the distance. Then they started coming closer and closer.

Out of nowhere, the mother whale breached the water, and I was lucky enough to have my camera recording. I’m sorry for the grainy quality.

TwoWhales — Two humpback whales right off the shore of Hilton Waikoloa Village

Whales were seen four out of the five days we stayed at Hilton Waikoloa Village, and it really made it fun and exciting for the kids who were also whale watching.

Day Five: Snorkeling in the Hilton Waikoloa Village Lagoon and visit to Kona

Day five was supposed to visit either Akaka Falls or the green sand beach. Both places had rain in the forecast, while our side of the island was bright and sunny. I used this time to go snorkeling.

This property does not have an oceanfront beach due to the powerful waves and riptide currents common along the Big Island. However, it has a sand lagoon that functions as a beach, which is excellent for swimming and snorkeling. I saw plenty of colorful fish and several sea turtles, one of which I could follow for almost two minutes.

Kona

The owner of the vehicle we rented from Turo recommended Umekes Fishmarket Bar and Grill in Kona for dinner. We ordered Tempura-Battered Fish and chips and Cajun-Style Ahi Fish Tacos, both of which were perfect.

This concluded our trip to the Big Island in Hawaii. A popular question I get asked is, among the four islands I have visited, which is my favorite? I really can’t say I have one. Each island has its own unique charm and offers something different for everyone. The Big Island has a volcanic landscape that’s so vast it can’t be seen anywhere else in Hawaii. It also has stunning valleys, excellent beaches, and a green sand beach that can’t be found on any other Hawaiian island. Since it is not as heavily trafficked by tourists, you get a better flavor of Hawaiian culture throughout the island. Big Island is also known for its coffee and macadamia nuts. If you have the time, you should visit a coffee or a macadamia nut farm. But just like the other Hawaiian islands my wife and I have been fortunate to see, the locals are wonderful. They are some of the nicest and friendliest people in the world. The physical beauty of the islands is undoubtedly attractive and makes for great pictures, but the Hawaiian people and their hospitality keep us coming back. We look forward to coming back. As always, thanks for reading.

Hotels, Reviews

Review: Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

June 18, 2021February 9, 2025by milesforplacesLeave a Comment

Maldives is a magical place, and the hotel we stayed at, Conrad, did a fantastic job making us feel comfortable. The Maldives is one of the world’s premier beach destinations, and there isn’t any place like it. Crystal clear waters, abundant marine wildlife, and unparalleled hospitality, regardless of your chosen hotel. This particular Conrad is located on Rangali Island, an island that is part of the Alif Dhaal Atoll. The Maldives have 26 different atolls, some subdivided into two or three.

RangaliIslandMap — The atolls of The Maldives.

Getting There

The only way to get to Rangali Island is via a 45-minute seaplane flight on Trans Maldivian Airways from the capital city of Male. The distance between the two islands is about 59 miles or 95 km. Since my wife and I booked with Conrad, our experience started upon landing at Velana International Airport in Male. The Conrad staff guided us to an exclusive Conrad Lounge as we waited for our seaplane to arrive. It’s rare for a hotel to have a branded airport lounge; this was our first time experiencing one. The lounge was spacious, had a decent selection of food and drinks, and was clean and well-maintained. It also offered free Wi-Fi and couches that could be used as beds. It was much better than most airport lounges we’ve visited.

About 45 minutes later, our seaplane arrived, and it was time to take the much-anticipated flight to Rangali Island.

I apologize for taking this video vertically. The plane seats around 15 people and flies at about 5,000 feet. You get some fantastic views of the other atolls and islands on your way. It was a loud flight due to the propellers, but it was much smoother than I had anticipated. Once we arrived, we boarded a golf cart that took us to our villa. The staff gave us a tour of the villa and the amenities and explained their services to us in detail. We also found a complimentary bottle of sparkling grape juice and a fruit basket left for us. You can see the video of our villa below.

Retreat Water Villa (Overwater Villa)

*The* *stairs lead you straight into the water. I’d say the depth is around seven feet.*

MaldivesPath — *The path to the beach area*

HotTubRed2 — *The various colors of the jacuzzi at night.*

SunsetVilla — *Majestic sunsets are the norm in the Maldives.*

Conrad upgraded us from a water villa to a retreat water villa as a Hilton Gold member. The retreat water villa came with our own jacuzzi and had a more private feel since the neighboring villas were several hundred feet away. The villa itself was incredible. This property has won numerous awards, including the best luxury resort in the world. Each villa also included a private spa room with two massage tables. We didn’t use this service since we wanted to be outside and soak in the sun. Each villa also has stairs that take you right into the water. I would estimate the depth to be around seven feet at the villas, so if you don’t know how to swim, you might want to keep that in mind. It gets much shallower once you’re near the beach.

Dining

As Hilton Gold members, we were entitled to complimentary breakfast, free afternoon tea at Mandhoo Spa Restaurant, and complimentary cocktails/mocktails between 5-6pm. The breakfast had many options, and I had something different every day. The afternoon tea at Mandhoo was more like a lunch since they also had sandwiches. Purchasing meals at this property was quite pricey. I mean, it is a Conrad Hotel, after all. To minimize meal costs, we would have breakfast at the latest possible time, around 10:30 a.m., and then have the complimentary tea and lunch at Mandhoo Spa Restaurant at 4:30. Since this was pretty darn close to dinner time, we only utilized the Atoll Market for dinner once. Dinner can quickly run past $120 a person, so if that matters, it is something to beware of. Conrad Maldives is also home to the Ithaa Undersea Restaurant. Unfortunately, all the daytime slots were reserved during our visit there, and there was no point in making a reservation during the evening hours since you couldn’t see the marine wildlife.

Conradlunch — *Pastries, cookies, and tarts*

ConradLunch2 — *The roast beef sandwich and the fruit tart were delicious.*

LunchConrad — *You can help yourself to as many sandwiches as you want*

Other Areas of Conrad Maldives

This property actually has a total of three islands. Two of them (Rangali and Rangalifinolhu) are used for guests, and a third is used only for employees. To get from one island to another, we just called the front desk, and they sent a golf cart, which brought us from place to place. You can certainly walk the distance if you want to, but it would take 25-30 minutes. You will save a ton of time by using the gold cart below.

I didn’t measure the Wi-Fi speed in the villa, but it was pretty fast, and I had no issues with connectivity. They also have a fantastic business center within a lounge on the second floor if you need one. I only used it for a few minutes to print documents, but it had everything you needed. If you’re a Mac person, they had those as well. Great job, Conrad!

ConradBusiness — *Lounge on the second floor*

ConradBusiness2 — *Business center within the lounge*

People have often asked what we did after sunset. We made it a point to sleep by 8 p.m. every day. Sunset was at 6:20 p.m., so we woke up at sunrise, around 6 a.m., and made the most of our day. If you’re in a place like the Maldives, I’d strongly recommend waking up early and not sleeping in. Regarding activities, you can go on excursions such as swimming with whale sharks or scuba diving and jet skiing. If you’re used to paying a specific price for those activities, you will pay double and triple that here. Seeing the exorbitant costs, I just preferred to snorkel at the reef right off the island and swim in the waters right near my villa. If only they were allowed to book excursions with miles. This Conrad also has two infinity pools, one on each island, which all guests can use. I took full advantage of that as well.

ConradBeach — *The beach area at Rangali Island. Both islands have beaches*

InfinityPool2 — Infinity Pool Two. The Dhoni ferry in the background is another way to get from one island to another.

MaldivesBridge — *The seaplane platform which is also used to connect Rangali Island to Rangalifinolhu Island. It’s beautifully lit in the evening.*

When I made this reservation, I informed them that my wife’s birthday would be on the second day of our stay there. They remembered that housekeeping made a nice gesture when we entered our room after breakfast on the second day.

AyeshaBday — *They also surprised her with a delicious cake during dinner*

ConradVilla5 — *Nighttime was perfect for the jacuzzi*

Final Thoughts

To sum it all up, it is a fantastic resort with pristine beaches, excellent food, excellent service, super friendly and helpful staff, and an experience I hope to be a part of again. If you do decide to book at Conrad Rangali Island, having the AMEX Hilton Surpass card or the AMEX Platinum card and the Gold status that comes along with it will take you a long way. I estimated I got over $700 in value just by having the card.

Departure — *View of the Conrad Rangali Island from the seaplane*

Some of you have asked if you could take a speedboat rather than a seaplane to Rangali Island. From my understanding, the only way to get there is by seaplane. It’s way overpriced for what amounts to a 30-minute plane ride, and unfortunately, if you don’t have miles that can be redeemed for cash (Chase Ultimate Rewards or AMEX Membership points), there really is no way around it. Trans Maldivian Airways monopolizes this route, so it probably won’t change soon. If the seaplane cost is a turnoff, remember that plenty of excellent hotels only require a seaboat transfer from Male. That cost isn’t cheap, but it’ll save you about $500 for two people.

Hotels, Reviews, Uncategorized

Review: Conrad Washington DC

May 23, 2019July 2, 2024by milesforplaces1 Comment

My wife and I got to experience this beautiful property courtesy of our AMEX free weekend night certificates. Unfortunately, the American Express Hilton Honors Ascend Card no longer has this benefit on the cardmember anniversary. You have to spend $15,000 in a given year to get the free night, and I don’t think it’s worth forgoing points with Chase or AMEX Platinum/Gold to pursue a free night with Hilton in most instances. Since my wife and I have the AMEX Hilton Honors Ascend Card, we combined our free nights into a weekend stay. The nightly rate for our room was $450, so we got $900 worth of value plus $50 credit toward dining for the annual fee we paid for both cards ($95 per card).

Check-In

Walking into the hotel, take the elevator to the third floor. There is no second floor; the third floor is where the check-in desk, lounge, restaurant, and lobby are located. Upon checking in, the receptionist verified our Hilton Gold status, courtesy of the AMEX card, and upgraded us to a room on the 9th floor. We could choose 1,000 Hilton points or a $50 dining credit as Hilton Gold members. We took the dining credit (I don’t recommend taking the points in this scenario). The receptionist was kind enough to give us a mini-tour of the hotel, Estuary restaurant, and some of the amenities this hotel offers.

ConradLobby — *The circular lamp changes color each hour.*

My first impression when walking in was that this hotel did not have many 90-degree angles. The architect made a concerted effort to make the interior as curvy as possible. The lobby was beautiful, and since the hotel was only 45 days old when we stayed, it still had that brand-new scent.

ConradClock — *Looking down from the 10th floor to the lobby below.*

Room

Our room was on the 9th floor, with a nice view of New York Street below. Keeping up with the theme, the room was curvy but spacious and very comfortable.

As an avid coffee drinker, I always appreciate it when a hotel provides a Keurig-type machine with pods. The coffee was complimentary, per usual, but the snacks were completely overpriced. If you need snacks, there is a CVS across the street where you can get the same offerings for 1/4 of the price.

The bathroom provided two sinks and a separate blurred door to the toilet so two people could use the bathroom simultaneously while still having some privacy.

The toiletries were Shanghai Tang, and the scent was very nice—not too overpowering but not too light either. The room also provided slippers, a safe, laundry bag, iron, and bathrobes.

Estuary and Estuary Bar

Estuary is the restaurant on the premises on the 3rd floor. We went there for breakfast on Saturday morning and ordered a custom-made omelet and buttermilk pancakes. Both were delicious, albeit smaller in portion than your typical brunch diner.

The Estuary Bar area was spacious, and seating was plentiful during the day. If an event is going on at the hotel, it’ll likely get packed in the evening and into the late night.

Third Floor Terrace and Rooftop Bar

Since the hotel was only 45 days old during our stay, the Rooftop Bar was not officially open to guests, so I could only take pictures from behind the glass door. The 3rd-floor terrace was open for use.

ConradBalconyView — *View from the Rooftop Bar*

ConradTerrace — *The Terrace on the 3rd-floor*

Fitness Center

The fitness center was one of the better ones I had seen at a hotel. Upon entering, guests are greeted with towels, earphones, and apples.

ConradGym2 — *There are multiple treadmills, elliptical machines, and stationary bikes*

ConradGym3 — *If you’re into lifting, they have that covered as well.*

Concluding Thoughts

Although I forgot to measure the internet speed, I had no speed or Wi-Fi connectivity issues. If you plan to park your car at the Conrad, parking in their garage is $36 a day. I used the ParkWhiz app and found a garage two blocks away, allowing me to park for $14. There is also metered parking on the street, but it has a three-hour time limit during business hours and is free overnight. One of the most appealing aspects of staying at Conrad DC is that the National Mall, White House, Capitol building, Smithsonian, and many other points of interest are only 10-15 minutes away by walking. I also want to acknowledge the receptionists on the 3rd floor who always gave us complimentary bottles of water whenever we walked by. The staff made an excellent stay that much better.

We look forward to coming back in the future.

Credit Cards, Credit Cards & Miles, Miles & Points, Uncategorized

Credit Card Review: American Express Platinum

September 30, 2017October 17, 2017by milesforplaces1 Comment

The AMEX Platinum currently has a 60k membership points bonus if you spend $5k within the first 3 months of opening the account. This card also has a steep annual fee of $550 (not waived the first year) so it’s not for everyone. The 60k points could easily net you $1,200 worth of travel and cover your annual fee for 2 years if you didn’t derive any other benefit the card offers. AMEX membership points can be transferred to a multitude of airlines and hotels. I received an upgrade offer from AMEX a few months back that offered 60k points and I jumped on it. I still rate the Chase Sapphire Reserve as the best among the premium credit cards. However, the AMEX Platinum might actually be of greater value for some of you. Here are some of the benefits you can get with the AMEX Platinum:

1) 60k bonus points after spending $5k over the first 3 months

AMEX Membership Rewards points have a lot of value because of the multitude of airlines and hotels they have as transfer partners. Among the airline partners: Delta, Etihad, Emirates, Singapore, British Airways, Iberia, Air France/KLM (via Flying Blue), etc. Hotel transfer partners include Starwood, Hilton, and Choice hotels.

2) Credit for Global Entry or TSA Pre-check

AMEX will reimburse you the $100 fee for Global Entry or $85 for TSA pre-check. If you are in a major metro area, Global Entry is the way to go since it automatically gives you TSA pre-check. I’ve had TSA pre-check for about a year now and saves you from the inconvenience of taking off your shoes, removing your laptop/electronics from your carry, and going through X-ray machines. Plain and simple, it saves a lot of time. Both of them are good for 5 years.

3. $200 in annual airline fee credits

For this benefit, you have to select a particular airline and you would get reimbursed for incidental fees such as checked bag fees, in-flight internet, and in-flight food purchases. It’s not nearly as valuable as Chase Sapphire Reserve’s $300 travel credit, which covers everything from airfare, hotels, tolls, parking fees, etc. However, there is a way to get around this if you desire credit towards airfare instead. If you use this card to purchase $200 worth of American Airlines gift cards from AA.com, AMEX will treat it as an incidental purchase and credit you back the $200. Here is a screen shot below:

It only took two days for them to reimburse me and I was able to put the gift cards to use a month later. I don’t think this trick works for any other airline. This was far more beneficial in my opinion since I don’t end up checking-in $200 worth of bags in any given year.

4. $200 Uber credit annually

This is a really nice perk that can really help offset the annual fee for those who find themselves using Uber on a regular basis. AMEX gives you $15 Uber credit for each month and in December, they give you an extra $20. Just link the AMEX card with your Uber account and use that as the method of payment.

5. Complimentary Boingo Hotspot

We still live in a world where many airports still don’t offer complimentary wifi access for more than a half hour. If you don’t find yourself transiting through one of these airports often, this perk may not be a huge deal. However, if you’re frequently traveling or connecting through airports such as Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway, NYC’s LaGuardia, JFK, and Newark, or LAX in Los Angeles, this might be of great value. These airports offer complimentary low speed wifi for 30-45 minutes. By the time your website is done loading, you have half the time left. This perk allows you to have complimentary access to Boingo’s higher speed internet, which would usually costs $7.95 per use.

6. Complimentary Access to AMEX Centurion Lounge

If you are a traveler that routinely transits through New York’s LaGuardia, Seattle-Tacoma, Miami, Dallas (DFW), Houston (Bush Intercontinental), San Francisco, Las Vegas, or Philadelphia, having Centurion lounge access is an awesome perk to have. You get complimentary drinks, snacks, meals, massages (DFW), really high speed wifi, and a place where you can unwind between flights or just get some work done. You can also bring two guests free of charge. To get an idea of what the Centurion Lounge is like, you can read my review of the lounges at LaGuardia and Dallas-Fort Worth right here and here.

7. Complimentary Access to Priority Pass Lounges

Here is another valuable perk to have if you find yourself at airports that have lounges that are part of Priority Pass. Priority Pass has over 1,000 lounges at airports all over the world. There are even restaurants such as Timberline’s Steak and Grille (Denver International Airport) that are a part of Priority Pass. At Timberline’s, each guest gets $28 worth of credit towards food. So you and two guests can actually get $84 off an entire check.

8. Complimentary Access to Delta Sky Club (When Flying on Delta)

If you fly on Delta frequently, add this to the list of perks that comes with the Platinum Card. You would have access to Delta Sky Club lounges from coast to coast. Just show them your boarding pass and AMEX Platinum card and you’re in.

9. Gold Status for Hilton and Starwood Hotels

If you play your hand right, this benefit can cover the entire cost of an annual fee and then some. Having Hilton Gold status makes you eligible for free upgrades at any Hilton Hotel. You also get complimentary breakfast and high speed WiFi. A couple of months back, my wife and I took a trip to Maldives and stayed at the Conrad in Rangali Island. Hilton gave us a complimentary upgrade from a water villa to a retreat water villa during our 4 nights there. The value of our upgrade was over $500. This doesn’t even include the complimentary breakfast, lunch, and mocktails we enjoyed as Hilton Gold members. Add that to the value of the upgrade and we derived well over $700 worth of value simply by having Hilton Gold status. I haven’t put the status to use at any Starwood hotels just yet, but I’ll keep you posted if I do.

10. Earn 5X Membership Rewards Points on Flights Booked Directly with Airlines or via AMEX Travel

This is the highest earning credit card for booking flights. You also earn 5X the points for booking a hotel through AMEX Travel. For the flights, you can’t book it via Expedia, Priceline, Orbitz, or any other third party site. For the hotels, it has to be booked via AMEX travel. I’m really hoping in the future they just give you the 5X for all travel related purchases. Chase Sapphire Reserve gives you 3X Ultimate Reward points on anything travel related. It doesn’t matter if you booked on Expedia or directly from the hotel/airline.

If you are going to apply for the the card, do it during a time when you know you’ll be spending $5k over 3 months. Due to its exorbitant annual fee, this card isn’t a long term keeper for a leisure traveler who only travels once or twice a year or an individual who doesn’t travel for work. If you find yourself in a scenario where you can derive the benefits and perks routinely, this card can be extremely rewarding.