I’ve been a huge fan of Hilton’s cobranded credit cards for years. Over the last decade, I’ve used them for countless trips, from overwater bungalow vacations in far-flung locales to quick city stays where convenience was paramount. While the cards come packed with perks, to me, the earning rates are what set them apart. The…

We’re back with another weekly edition of our reader success and mistake stories. Last Friday, we featured a staff success story about huge savings on a trip to Disney World. This week, I’m writing about an American Airlines AAdvantage mistake that hit my household — and the quick fix we were lucky to find. What…

United Airlines might outfit its newest planes with a seating setup that’s far more common on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. The Chicago-based carrier said it’s exploring blocking the middle seats on some rows of its brand-new Airbus A321XLRs — United’s all-new, single-aisle jets that can fly to Europe. The arrangement would essentially…

There are plenty of family-friendly destinations with water parks, but it’s even better when you can hit the wave pool without leaving your hotel. That’s why we rounded up the best U.S. hotels with water parks for your next family vacation. With few exceptions, water park access is included in your stay, making these 16…

For as long as I’ve been collecting points and miles, I’ve been surprisingly noncommittal when it comes to hotels. While many of my colleagues here at TPG have a favorite hotel loyalty program, I’ve always been happy to stay wherever the location, price and redemption value make the most sense. Some trips call for a…

What follows Pierre L’Enfant’s iconic city grid for Washington, D.C., features a Washington Metro-inspired entryway and has cherry blossom-themed art? The new United Club at nearby Dulles International Airport (IAD). “We’ve taken a lot of inspiration from the Washington area,” Travis Christ, the director of club and lounge programs at United Airlines, said while standing…

Qatar Airways is heading back to the city of brotherly love. The Oneworld alliance carrier will begin daily service to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) from its base at Doha’s Hamad International Airport (DOH) base on Aug. 1, Qatar Airways said Wednesday. The airline will fly an Airbus A350-900 featuring 36 lie-flat QSuite business class seats…

Travelers passing through security at one of America’s busiest airports may notice a new, high-tech setup. In recent weeks, the Transportation Security Administration quietly unveiled new “e-gates” at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). If you’ve traveled internationally, the setup may feel similar to what you’ve seen in other parts of the world. But it’s a…

Celebrity Cruises is giving its most loyal cruisers more reasons to get on board. The line has expanded its Captain’s Club loyalty program with five new milestone levels to reward frequent cruisers on the way to, and beyond, the line’s coveted Zenith status. The changes, which take effect June 11, unlock new perks once Captain’s…