Are you curious about what the future of airport security might look like? A visit to one of the busiest airports on the East Coast offers a sneak peek at one possibility. Earlier this summer, the Transportation Security Administration began trialing new “e-gates” at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). And this week, I had the…

There’s a unique new hotel option among the many accommodations in Honolulu — and it’s creating quite a stir in Waikiki: a Japanese, airline-inspired pod hotel with “first class,” “business class” and “premium economy” spaces available for rent by the night. Known as First Cabin International, the new location in the heart of Honolulu’s resort…

One of the country’s largest retail loyalty programs is rolling out a month-long celebration this August. Sephora’s Beauty Insider program is about to become even more rewarding with the launch of its Sephora Beauty Insider Celebration Month, featuring bonus points, lower redemption thresholds, exclusive gifts and more. What was previously a shorter event reserved primarily…

If you have a Citi Strata Elite℠ Card (see rates and fees), we have good news for you. Citi and Mastercard are expanding The Curated Table, an exclusive dining and lifestyle event series for Strata Elite cardholders. After debuting with two events last year, the program is growing to three experiences in 2026 centered around…

When you don’t have time for a weeklong vacation, a mountain town can deliver the perfect change of scenery in just a few days. Across the U.S., these destinations offer everything from scenic gondola rides and pristine hiking trails to cozy cafés, craft breweries and luxury resorts. Plus, many of them offer enough walkable charm…

My family kicks off every holiday season with a visit to Gaylord’s signature holiday event, “ice!” Each year in early November, all six Gaylord Hotels properties across the U.S., along with a handful of JW Marriott locations, transform into magical winter wonderlands. We decorate gingerbread houses, go ice skating, write letters to Santa and don…

As a New Jersey native, I find Wawa’s lure unmatched. This gas station, quick-service slash quasi-convenience store has over 1,000 locations, mostly in the mid-Atlantic and Florida. It’s the place you can grab a hoagie (some may refer to it as a sub or hero, depending on where you are from), chips, an Icee and…