6 ways Globus took away the pain points of travel during a group tour in Europe

Are group tours for me? Until a few weeks ago, I would have said no — at least for trips to most mainstream destinations. I like traveling on my own. But then I spent seven days exploring Scotland on a Globus motorcoach tour with a few dozen travelers I had never met before. To my…

Spirit Airlines is talking to suitors about a potential merger

Bankrupt Spirit Airlines may yet get the merger it seeks. The Dania Beach, Florida-based discounter told investors earlier in October that it is “actively engaged in discussions with a number of interested counterparties.” In non-Wall Street speak: Spirit is talking to other companies about a potential merger or takeover. A merger or sale of Spirit’s…

Citi / AAdvantage Globe Mastercard review: Full details

Citi / AAdvantage Globe Mastercard overview The Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard® (see rates and fees) is aimed at travelers who fly American Airlines about once per quarter. It’s best suited to semi-frequent flyers who can maximize the companion certificate, checked bag benefit and lounge passes. However, it’s less compelling for travelers seeking stronger earning…

Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills review: How to use Hyatt points to book

The Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills has been on my hotel bucket list for years, and a recent trip to Japan was the perfect opportunity to visit what turned out to be a very special hotel. The hotel’s location isn’t touristy; rather, it sits in a bustling business district developed and built up over the past…