When people find out my job is to write about travel credit cards, they often ask for expert advice. They want to know which of our favorite credit cards I recommend, which cards will complement their existing portfolio, and whether their current everyday card is actually a good choice. Increasingly, people also want to know…

Last spring, I indirectly confessed one of my long-held beliefs about laundry: You can get away with doing far less of it than most people think. As I explained to a colleague, I don’t put clothes into the to-wash pile just because I’ve worn them. They have to actively get dirty for me not to…

With more than 1,400 slot machines, an aviation museum, smoking areas, a liquor store, a kids play area, and Las Vegas-themed shops and bars — as well as Capital One, Chase Sapphire and several other airport lounges — Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) has plenty of year-round attractions and amenities to keep flyers occupied and…

Previously known as the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch, the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort is one of the most iconic properties in Scottsdale, Arizona. Fresh off a $124 million renovation at the end of 2024, the resort is ready for a new era. TPG recently got to take a peek inside…

Bilt Rewards cardholders, it’s activation day. If you applied for the Bilt Palladium Card (see rates and fees), the Bilt Obsidian Card (see rates and fees) or the Bilt Blue Card (see rates and fees) by Feb. 1, you should have it in hand now. If you haven’t applied for a new Bilt card yet,…

Last July, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Transportation Security Administration announced a new initiative to make the journey through the airport less stressful for families. As part of the “Families on the Fly” campaign, the TSA created dedicated security checkpoint lanes for families at more than a dozen airports and announced plans…

Can you go through security screening without an ID? Yes, you can. I just did it at Miami International Airport (MIA), and it was actually fairly painless (aside from the $45 it cost to make it happen). I’m writing this story airside at MIA after going through security, not only without a Real ID, but…

It’s been a busy few weeks for Bilt … and for those who are trying to learn about the updated program and follow along with some of the quick-paced news and pivots that came with it. The company generated a ton of buzz with the announcement of its Bilt 2.0 credit card products on Jan….

One of the most popular frequent flyer programs is Delta SkyMiles, the loyalty program of Delta Air Lines with more than 120 million members. Joining the program is free, and your miles never expire. TPG values SkyMiles at 1.25 cents each in our most recent valuations from February 2026. You can earn Delta SkyMiles through…

Alaska Airlines launched its much-anticipated joint loyalty program with Hawaiian Airlines, Atmos Rewards, in 2025. The refresh kept the best features Alaska loyalists love, such as excellent partner redemptions and a global network, while uniquely letting members choose how they earn points and status. Alongside the launch, Atmos Rewards unveiled a new premium credit card…