Chris Butsch

Journalist at Freelance

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Must-Have Travel Gear for Stress-Free Family Adventures

1 month ago | erika.com | Chris Butsch

When I was a kid in the 90s, my parents bought a "portable" 9" TV/VCR player to keep me and my sister entertained on our 11-hour road trips to St. Louis. This thing probably weighed 85 tons and would rock back and forth at stoplights, but it worked - we'd watch Shrek, Sandlot, Iron Giant, and Shrek again, and boom, we'd arrive with no complaints. Thankfully, family travel gear has massively evolved since then to be more effective and efficient.
Moretown Town Meeting: Earlier info session, later time for March 4 meeting — Waterbury Roundabout

2 months ago | waterburyroundabout.org | Chris Butsch |Lisa Scagliotti

And on Town Meeting Day itself, the in-person meeting will be held later in the day, starting at 4 p.m. with child care and a potluck dinner as part of the event. The changes came as recommendations from an advisory group to the Moretown Selectboard as a way to help boost participation this year, said Karen Horn, a member of the volunteer group.
Best Family-Friendly Ski Resorts for Winter 2025

2 months ago | erika.com | Chris Butsch |Erika Kullberg

Looking for a winter getaway? These family-friendly ski resorts offer fun on and off the slopes for skiers of all ages and skill levels. With amenities ranging from indoor waterparks to the world’s largest snow fort, “glow tubing” to sleigh rides, they offer more than just lessons, lifts, and hot cocoa — they offer a chance for an unforgettable family adventure. But what makes a ski resort “family-friendly”? What are the best U.S. and European ski resorts for families on a budget?
The “Fortnite Fraudster” stole my credit card-here’s what to do if he strikes your wallet

Dec 4, 2024 | ca.finance.yahoo.com | Chris Butsch

CardRatings is an advertising partner of Fortune Recommends™ for credit card products. Fortune Recommends™ and CardRatings may receive a commission from card issuers. Credit card fraud—legally defined as someone else using your card without permission—is on the rise. In the first quarter of 2019 alone, the FTC received 45,139 reports of credit card fraud, which was already enough to make it the most common form of identity theft by far. By Q1 2023, the number of reported cases rose to 115,879.
3 dream trips you can take with 100,000 Amex Membership Rewards Points

Dec 4, 2024 | ca.finance.yahoo.com | Chris Butsch

Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers. Enrollment may be required for select American Express benefits and offers. Visit americanexpress.com to learn more. Let’s say you recently applied for one of the most legendary cards on the market—the Platinum Card by American Express—and scored a hefty, six-figure welcome bonus.
4 essential stops on your Eastern Kentucky Road Trip. Yes, there is bourbon

Nov 25, 2024 | thetravel100.com | Chris Butsch

48 Throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, wealthy young aristocrats in Europe would embark on a “grand tour” where they’d sample the art, history, culture – and the alcohol – of multiple countries. I couldn’t get the idea of a “grand tour” out of my mind as we toured Eastern Kentucky. Every stop was so rich with heritage, history, butter-filled recipes and bourbon. So much bourbon. So where should you stop on your “grand tour” of southern Appalachia?
How to do Hilton Head Island, SC, in 48 Hours

Nov 25, 2024 | thetravel100.com | Chris Butsch

567 The beach is like humanity’s charging port. The longer we stay, the more we feel “recharged” and ready to face our daily duties further inland. Trouble is, we often can’t stay “plugged in” for long. Beach vacations aren’t cheap, and with PTO being consumed by weddings and family holidays, there may not be much time left for curling your toes in the sand. So what if you only have 48 hours to “do” a famous beach destination like Hilton Head Island?
How the Chase Sapphire Preferred Helps Me Save On Fall And Holiday Travel

Nov 12, 2024 | forbes.com | Chris Butsch |Robin Saks Frankel

Every October, I sit down with a tall pumpkin spice latte and start estimating my upcoming fall and holiday travel expenses.
How I Earned 5% Cash Back This Month With The Citi Custom Cash Card

Oct 25, 2024 | forbes.com | Chris Butsch |Toni Perkins-Southam

Back in the 1990s, getting 1% cash back on essential purchases was considered the gold standard. Soon it became 1.5%, and more recently, 2%. But what about 5%? When can you start earning 5% on gas or groceries all year long? For years, the closest thing I had to a perennial 5% cash-back card was the Chase Freedom Flex®. And to its credit, the card did offer 5% cash back at grocery stores during Q1 2024 and 5% at gas and EV charging stations in Q3.
5 Reasons Why The Wells Fargo Active Cash® Card Is Perfect For A First Credit Card

Oct 17, 2024 | forbes.com | Chris Butsch |Toni Perkins-Southam

If you’ve read our feature on the current Best Rewards Cards, you’ll know that there are numerous excellent options out there to help you maximize cash rewards on travel and daily spending. But which rewards card is best for newbies, specifically? What’s the best “starter card” on the market today? My money’s on the Wells Fargo Active Cash® Card, and here are five reasons why. 1.