Among the world’s biggest cruise lines, Princess Cruises has one of the more modest loyalty programs. Unlike rivals Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess doesn’t offer its loyalty club members a free cruise after reaching the top tier. There are no onboard credits for top-tier members like some lines offer (although a change in…

If the Atmos Rewards loyalty program isn’t on your radar yet, it’s time to buckle up and pay attention. Born from the merger of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, this program has quietly become one of the most valuable in the industry, with an award chart full of sweet spots. And the premium Atmos™ Rewards…

Chase Ultimate Rewards points transfer to various airline and hotel loyalty programs, including Aer Lingus AerClub. This is the loyalty program behind the Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus, which operates an extensive network of flights from Ireland to Europe and North America. Because of this, AerClub can be a good redemption option for Ultimate Rewards…

I’ve been in love with France ever since my first trip to Bordeaux in 2010. Friends I had met back in Thailand showed me around the area and introduced me to French culture. It was my first time in France and I loved the food, the wine, and the people. But that love became an…

After Mikel Wilham finished chemotherapy last spring, he and his wife decided to celebrate with a trip to Las Vegas. But their respite was ruined when their hotel, The Strat, charged them a $396 smoking fee at checkout. The Wilhams found this particularly strange since they are both lifelong nonsmokers. Despite that fact, the general…

Whether you’re looking for your first business credit card or your fifth, the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card (see rates and fees) is a great option. The $95 annual fee is a bargain, especially when compared to the popular American Express® Business Gold Card, which costs $375 annually (see rates and fees), and The Business…