Step up your credit card reward game with these top picks

Rewards credit cards are a great way to earn valuable reward currency for expenses you already make regularly. Plus, they make travel more comfortable thanks to transferable points and miles. In fact, transferable credit card points transformed the way I travel because this currency is so much more valuable than points earned directly through an…

Spirit Airlines adds Macon, Georgia, in partnership with regional Contour Airlines

Spirit Airlines will fly to Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN) in Macon, Georgia, as the first destination under its new partnership with regional carrier Contour Airlines. The airline will offer twice-weekly flights between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and MCN on an Airbus A320-family aircraft beginning Oct. 16, Spirit said Thursday. Introductory airfares begin at…

Midyear United Premier status check for TPG staffers

United Airlines Premier status is popular with many TPG readers, so it’s no surprise several TPG staffers are also striving for status in the United MileagePlus program this year. Whether you’re already working toward qualifying or requalifying for a United Premier status tier or considering whether doing so is right for you, this story is…

Bunkhouse Hotels is officially joining World of Hyatt in phases

World of Hyatt members can now start earning and redeeming rewards at some Bunkhouse Hotels as the company continues to integrate the boutique brand in phases. As of Thursday, Hotel Saint Cecilia (a Category 7 hotel) and Hotel Saint Augustine (a Category 6 hotel) have been fully integrated into Hyatt’s loyalty program, the hotel group…

Amex Business Platinum vs. Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business

The Business Platinum Card® from American Express has long stood at the top of the travel rewards business card market, with the only significant competition coming from the Capital One Venture X Business — until recently. Chase finally entered the premium business card market and is providing Amex with some stiff competition with the introduction…

Why to upgrade from the United Explorer to the United Quest

If you hold the United℠ Explorer Card (see rates and fees), you’re likely to fly relatively often with United Airlines and value the card’s priority boarding perk, checked bag privilege and two annual United Club passes. But what if you’re looking for more benefits? That’s where the United Quest℠ Card (see rates and fees) comes…

United Airlines gives encouraging update on Starlink Wi-Fi issues

United Airlines has “resolved” the problem that led the carrier to turn off brand-new Starlink Wi-Fi systems on regional jets last month, executives said Thursday. That’s great news for passengers hoping to use its fastest inflight internet yet, which is free for MileagePlus members. In early June, TPG was first to report that the Chicago-based…