When you’re traveling, staying connected is essential. Whether you’re figuring out the best route to your hostel, finding a place to eat, or translating a train schedule or menu, having reliable data makes life on the road infinitely easier. I still remember my early days of travel carrying a physical guidebook around as I wandered…

Marriott is a popular hotel chain beloved by many (including me) because of its incredibly large global footprint and wide variety of properties. I have held one of the top-tier elite statuses, Titanium Elite, for the past few years now and don’t plan on stopping anytime soon. This status is so valuable to me that…

American Express is bringing its airport lounge empire to yet another airport. On Tuesday, the issuer officially opened its long-awaited outpost at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). The good news is that this latest addition is bound to be a hit with travelers. It introduces two standout features — a year-round terrace and an…

Once you’ve gotten The Business Platinum Card® from American Express in the mail, your work to unlock its lucrative benefits has just begun. That’s because you’ll need to enroll for many of the Amex Business Platinum’s benefits and make important selections to ensure you’re getting the most out of its card’s $895 annual fee (see…

Alaska is a cruise destination with a limited season. Cruise ships arrive in southeast Alaska in spring, stay the summer and linger only into early fall. The 49th state’s snowy, cold and dark winters are not conducive to cruising. Most cruise passengers will head to Alaska between Memorial Day in late May and Labor Day…