Ask a returning family about their trip to Walt Disney World, and you might hear the common refrain: “My kids just wanted to swim in the pool the whole time!” It’s tough to top the nostalgic appeal of classic rides like Peter Pan’s Flight and the high-speed thrills of coasters like Tron Lightcycle / Run,…

One of the most valuable perks of travel rewards credit cards is their welcome bonuses, often worth hundreds of dollars in points or miles. Missing out on one is the biggest mistake you could make when you open a new credit card. As TPG’s 10 commandments of credit card rewards states: “Thou shalt not miss…

There’s a lot to love about vacationing in Hawaii, but many travelers don’t like the hours of flying it takes to reach the state from the continental U.S. I don’t mind connecting flights, especially if a connection lets me stretch my legs and enjoy an airport lounge. But, regardless of whether you want to fly…

Since starting The Points Guy in 2010, one of my favorite things is hearing from readers who share incredible stories of how they’ve maximized points over the years. It really reminds me of just how valuable the information we share is and that it truly unlocks amazing experiences. A huge part of that involves leveraging…

Etihad Airways just announced its sixth U.S. destination — and it’s one of America’s busiest East Coast airports. The Gulf carrier on Friday announced it plans to launch service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) in the spring of 2026 The nonstop flights between the Southeast hub and Abu Dhabi will get started on May…