Are you waiting for a Global Entry interview — or simply don’t want to pay the $120 application fee? There’s another option that can help you save nearly as much time at customs. Plus, it’s completely free. “It’s not Global Entry. But it’s pretty close, ” said Marc Calixte, former U.S. Customs and Border Protection…

I added the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card to my wallet over 10 years ago for its simple earning rates and modest $95 annual fee (see rates and fees). It has remained a valuable mid-tier travel rewards card due to its straightforward earning rates and no foreign transaction fees. Plus, you have multiple ways…

Buckle up, because Bilt continues to release details about its 2.0 program — which, as you may know, includes three new credit cards, two earning options and now an entirely new second rewards currency: Bilt Cash. Bilt Cash does not replace Bilt Rewards Points, which are generally regarded as the most valuable type of loyalty…

Airline seat selection can be a frustrating experience. Window or aisle seat? Preferred seat or standard seat? Over the wing or not? Select a seat or hope to score a great one at check-in? Sometimes, your ideal seat may not be available when you book. And who has time to manually check a seat map…

The Qantas Frequent Flyer loyalty program is making several changes to how members can book Emirates first-class award seats with Qantas points, and for anyone who aspires to fly one of the world’s best first-class products, it’s a triple dose of negative news. Until now, using Qantas points has been one of the easiest ways…

Airlines are battening down the hatches ahead of what looks to be the biggest winter storm of the season so far. Forecasters are predicting accumulating snow and ice could affect a wide swath of the country late this week and well into the weekend. AccuWeather on Wednesday warned of “widespread, severe impacts” from an Arctic…

United Airlines flyers won’t have to wait much longer to see the airline’s swankiest new seats — including its nicest business-class product to date. In the next few weeks, the Chicago-based carrier expects to take delivery of its first four Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners sporting its “United Elevated” interior, executives said Wednesday. These won’t just be…

Whether you’re waiting for Global Entry approval or don’t want to shell out $120 for an application fee, don’t worry: There’s still a convenient way to avoid the longest lines at U.S. Customs and Border Protection. CBP offers a service called Mobile Passport Control. It’s been around for about a decade, but remains a relatively…

At a press roundtable with Chris Nassetta, Hilton’s president and CEO, TPG had the chance to ask a burning question: Which new hotel opening are you most excited for in 2026? “Oh my God,” Nassetta quipped, “we’re going to open over a thousand hotels this year. But I would say the Waldorf Astoria in London.”…

Philadelphia brings to mind many things: cheesesteak, Rocky Balboa and the Liberty Bell, just to name a few. It also witnessed the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, making it a great place to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and one of TPG’s 17 best places to visit in 2026. Beyond celebrations for the…