• Book now: Open business-class award availability to New Zealand this spring

    If you’ve ever dreamed of traveling to New Zealand, with its spectacular landscapes, stunning national parks and natural wonders like Milford Sound, there is excellent award availability using Star Alliance miles in April. Best of all, you can travel nonstop in business class from the West Coast. Air New Zealand is currently showing generous nonstop …

  • Chase Sapphire Reserve to lose Priority Pass restaurant access in July 2024

    Oh no, Chase has decided to join the likes of other issuers to remove Priority Pass restaurant access. As first reported by Danny the Deals Guru, the Chase Sapphire Reserve® will lose Priority Pass restaurant access from July. One of the main selling points of the Chase Sapphire Reserve was Priority Pass restaurant access, as …

  • 4 reasons why the Amex Platinum may be the ideal card for Delta flyers

    Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The Platinum Card® from American Express is one of the top earners on airfare purchases. Beyond earning, though, there are various other reasons why the Amex Platinum Card is a great option for all sorts of air travelers. And it’s an …

  • Four Seasons’ exclusive new yachts will take you to ritzy ports in the Caribbean and Mediterranean come 2026

    Four Seasons is already famous for its over-the-top private jet itineraries that have travelers with deep pockets flying between world-famous landmarks, cosmopolitan cities and adventures in national parks, safari camps and everything in between. Now, Four Seasons is unveiling its first set of luxury cruise itineraries on the soon-to-launch collection of Four Seasons Yachts, which …

  • The buzziest summer travel destinations for 2024, according to Google

    Looking for inspiration for your next big summer vacation? Or, perhaps you’re in search of some suggestions for an exciting city break? Whether you’re looking for far-flung travel suggestions in Europe or Asia or something closer to home on U.S. soil, we have you covered. We might only be just into spring, but now is …

  • Man overboard: Cruise ship overboards and how they happen

    Editor’s note: This article contains references to suicide and might be distressing to some readers. Help is available 24/7 by calling the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. We’ve all heard sad news reports of people going overboard on cruises. If you’re someone who hasn’t cruised before or who isn’t familiar with ships, it sounds …

  • Paradise found: Fly nonstop to Hawaii from $199 round-trip

    There’s a new fare sale to Hawaii that has some jaw-dropping prices for nonstop flights. This is a wide-ranging deal, with flights available from all over the U.S. at a discount, but if you live on the West Coast, then you can book two tickets (or three or four, depending on the size of your …

  • 9 reasons to get a business credit card

    Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Many business credit cards offer rewards and benefits that are just as great as — and sometimes better than — those offered by the best personal credit cards. Business cards often have huge sign-up bonuses, include unique category spending bonuses and offer several other …

  • These are the best all-inclusive resorts in the Maldives, from overwater bungalows to family-friendly getaways

    A trip to the Maldives — that dreamy equatorial archipelago of white-sand beaches, swaying palms and vibrant reefs — might seem like Champagne wishes and caviar dreams. And its luxury resorts certainly offer plenty of both delicacies. However, there are also affordable all-inclusive options where you won’t pay extra for a satisfying meal or a …

  • Visa, Mastercard reach agreement to lower swipe fees — how will this impact your rewards?

    After almost 20 years in court, the two largest credit card issuers have reached an agreement with retailers and merchants to lower interchange fees. Interchange — or “swipe” — fees are the charges that the retailer pays when you, as a consumer, use your credit card to make a purchase. They average 2% of the …

  • Credit card transfer partners: Guide to transferring points and miles to airlines and hotels

    We love transferable credit card points here at TPG. The ability to transfer your rewards to a wide range of airline and hotel loyalty programs at a moment’s notice provides valuable flexibility to maximize your travel. You’re not locked into a single redemption scheme as you plan your trips. If you can’t find the seats …

  • Spirit adds 9 new routes in latest network adjustment

    Spirit Airlines continues to rearrange its network with the addition of nine new routes. The Miramar, Florida-based carrier quietly loaded a slew of new flights over the weekend, as first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by a carrier spokesperson. (The airline did not issue a press release along with these new routes.) You’ll …