Though Delta Air Lines’ SkyMiles has seen devaluations over the years, it can still be a valuable program for domestic awards and partner redemptions. Not only does the airline have a vast route network with significant hubs in large U.S. cities, but there are many different ways to earn Delta miles that you can redeem…

On a warm September day in Nice, France, I grab a table at a restaurant terrace overlooking the Mediterranean and size up the vessel I’m about to board: Atlas Ocean Voyages‘ World Traveller. Although you wouldn’t know to look at it, the navy blue hull is built to cut through ice. As the ship glimmers…

Hyatt offers its loyal travelers a unique advantage over the other major hotel chains when it comes to earning points. Unlike other big hotel brands like Hilton, Marriott and IHG that have transfer partnerships with programs like Chase Ultimate Rewards and American Express Membership Rewards, Hyatt is the only one that generally presents solid transfer…

If you frequently travel internationally, you’ve likely come to depend on Global Entry. If you are unfamiliar with the program, put simply, Global Entry gives preapproved, low-risk travelers expedited clearance upon arrival in the U.S. from abroad — and is worth applying for if you’re a frequent traveler and want to make your travels that…

South Pacific cruise specialist Paul Gauguin Cruises only operates one small ship, the 330-passenger Paul Gauguin, but it has a loyalty program worthy of a much bigger cruise brand. The Paul Gauguin Society, as it’s called, has multiple status tiers that come with such valuable perks as significant discounts on cruises, onboard spending credits and…

If the annual fee just came due for one of your travel rewards cards, you may find it difficult to justify the expense if you’re not getting enough value in return. If you can’t maximize the card’s benefits, earning rates or redemption opportunities, there may be an option besides paying the annual fee, canceling your…