Sophisticated design, elegant service: Why I love Viking ocean ships for cruising around the globe

It just might be the perfect cruising moment — at least for me. As I write this, I am sitting in the stylish, glass-walled lounge at the front of the Viking ocean ship Viking Saturn, my travel companion at my side. Awaiting our lips, in Schott Zwiesel crystal glasses, are martinis made with gin from…

6 lesser-known perks on the Chase Sapphire Reserve

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) is widely considered one of the best travel credit cards. It features a stellar 125,000-point welcome bonus after spending $6,000 on eligible purchases within the first three months from account opening. In addition to being a points-earning workhorse, the Sapphire Reserve also features several benefits, including an…

A great KLM business-class flight with a last-minute mileage deal

Flying KLM is always a treat, and I get especially excited at the prospect of picking up another KLM Delft house, which is a signature perk of flying long-haul business class on the Dutch flag carrier. I recently had the opportunity to fly the airline’s Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner on a last-minute booking using miles. It…