Why Banks Pay Out 100,000 Point Credit Card Bonuses, And Which Offers Are Actually Worth Taking

The fastest way to earn a large pile of miles is still a new-card bonus, and several current offers can jump-start a trip with 100,000 points or more. But a great initial bonus is not the same thing as a great long-term card: take the upfront value when the math works, then shift spending to the cards that actually reward you best after the bonus is gone.