United Airlines’ MileagePlus program has quietly increased the mileage price for many last-minute saver awards. As first reported by View from the Wing, close-in economy awards that were previously priced at 15,000 miles are now 20,000 miles one-way, representing a 33% increase. The change appears to hit itineraries booked within about two weeks of departure;…

Even if trains, history and nature aren’t your cup of tea on their own, something absurdly special happens when the three combine for an Alaska cruise and train experience. The White Pass and Yukon Route Railway is a staple of any visit to Skagway, Alaska, particularly if you arrive by ship during an Alaska cruise….

Amazon is one of the largest online marketplaces, offering a wide range of options to buy almost anything you need. Amazon has a suite of credit cards, including the popular Prime Visa. If you want to apply but aren’t sure when to do so because you want to secure the best welcome bonus, we can…

The holiday season is here, a time filled with celebrations, travel and the rush of trying to find the perfect gifts for friends and family. But with so much on your holiday to-do list, keeping up with both shopping and travel planning can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, DoorDash is making it easier to save time and…

Even if you only stay with a specific hotel loyalty program several times each year, a cobranded hotel credit card can be helpful. After all, most hotel credit cards offer bonus earnings on stays, elite status benefits and other program-specific perks. I originally signed up for the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card (see rates and…

If you like traveling or want to plan a trip in the future, I can’t emphasize enough how much you should care about earning points and miles. It’s a great way to travel for less since you can redeem the rewards you earn for flights and hotel stays. Here at TPG, we’ve used points and…