Extra points are often offered for purchases you make at certain types of merchants, like gas stations, hotels or other travel - related venues. (creditdonkey.com)
An alternative method of payment accepted by hotels, airlines, restaurants, online retailers, service providers and just about every other type of merchant you can think of. (creditcardeducation.com)
Many credit cards offer promotional periods where their cardholders will earn extra points when using their credit cards at certain types of merchants, such as hotels. (creditdonkey.com)