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…

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…

Lyft is rolling out a new way for frequent riders to earn a small rebate on their everyday trips. The company’s new Lyft Cash Rewards program, launched today, lets users earn up to 5% back when they preload Lyft Cash onto their accounts. But before you rush to load your balance, there are some important…

By one measure, at least, Viking now rules the cruise world. The fast-growing cruise brand officially welcomed nine new ships to its fleet on Tuesday during an upbeat naming ceremony in Basel, Switzerland, bringing its total to 103. The addition of the new vessels, all designed for river cruising, puts Viking firmly ahead of cruise…

Generation Z, listen up: If you’re a frequent traveler and haven’t yet entered the world of points and miles, you’re missing out. Collecting points and miles doesn’t have to be complicated, expensive or confusing. Take it from me, a Gen Zer myself, who was initially intimidated by everything other than my cash-back cards. With some…