El Nino has officially arrived, and this one is a doozy. What does that mean for travelers? This powerful natural phenomenon could make some destinations more enjoyable this year — while you may want to reconsider visiting others. It also increases the risk of severe weather events and travel disruptions. The good news is: you…

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For the past five years, I’ve had the privilege of serving as TPG’s senior hotels reporter. Being the first dedicated hotel-focused reporter on staff has given me the freedom to shape our coverage in some incredible ways. I’ll be frank: I have a dream job, and I don’t take it for granted. Over these five…

Whether you’re buying an Airbnb gift card for a future trip or an Apple gift card as a gift for a loved one, it’s possible to earn bonus rewards on your purchases. I always advise earning as many points per dollar spent or as much cash back as possible, since that will get you to…