How to give the gift of travel: From using points and miles to booking a cruise deal

With the holiday season officially here, you may be wondering what to get that special someone in your life. While some people prefer unwrapping physical presents, others — such as many of the writers here at TPG — enjoy gifting and receiving vacations. Yes, giving the gift of travel may sound a bit complicated, but…

What are the differences among Virgin Atlantic’s Economy Light, Classic and Delight fares?

Virgin Atlantic offers three different cabins on its aircraft: economy, Premium (premium economy) and Upper Class (business class). But did you know its economy cabin offers three very different fare types? What are the differences, and which should you choose? Related: Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: How to earn and redeem points for maximum value Virgin…

Reminder: Your Amex Platinum’s $50 Saks expires in December — here are 12 items to buy

With lounge access, built-in credits and many travel perks, The Platinum Card® from American Express is ideal for frequent travelers. The card also has various lifestyle benefits that increase its worth and offset the sting of the annual fee. For instance, you can get up to $100 in Saks Fifth Avenue statement credit awarded every…