Amtrak has joined the 21st century with brand new trains now in service on key routes in the U.S. I’ve been eagerly covering and anticipating the new Amtrak next-generation train sets that are finally traveling the busy Northeast Corridor after years and years of delays. We got our first look at the trains in 2022,…

Aspirational travel — stylish hotels, great locations and memorable experiences — does not have to come with a high price tag. The World of Hyatt Credit Card from Chase (see rates and fees) can make enjoying elevated travel experiences possible by turning everyday purchases into Hyatt stays around the world. I have personally had this…

Chase Ultimate Rewards points can be transferred to British Airways Club at a 1:1 rate, opening up worldwide redemption options when booking British Airways flights or its airline partners, including Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. Here’s a step-by-step guide to transferring your Chase points to become British Airways Avios (the loyalty currency of the British…

I’m turning a new leaf. As I’ve added more premium cards to my award strategy, my wallet has expanded. Top-tier travel products have been raising annual fees and adding more statement credits throughout the year, and I’ve reached the point where it’s time to get organized. I don’t want to miss out on value because…

Tokyo is one of those cities that feels endlessly deep. You can visit a dozen times and still discover new food stalls, hidden shrines, late-night bars, quirky subcultures, and neighborhoods that feel like completely different worlds. (I know because I’ve visited about 10 times already!) One of my favorite ways to explore Tokyo is by…

So much of Europe seems to shine brightest in the summertime, at least according to the tourists who flock there during the warmest months. But true travelers know sunshine is far from the only indicator of a good time. Sometimes a misty rain or moody fog can make a destination even more magical. They also…

One of the best things about redeeming travel rewards is strategizing how to get the absolute fattest return per point. Airline miles and hotel points can be worth exponentially more than simply redeeming your rewards for cash back, depending on how you use them. But did you know that you can get outsize value for…

Impression Isla Mujeres by Secrets has been on TPG’s radar since the property opened in 2023. The Impression brand — a luxury, adults-only offshoot of Hyatt’s all-inclusive brand Secrets — had already made an excellent impression on one of our directors when she visited Impression Moxche by Secrets, the first Impression resort, a couple of…

Airline staff do not always have all the information when they tell you the reason for a flight’s delay or cancellation. In the absence of details, they may blame it on “weather,” since this is a situation the airline can’t control and for which it therefore usually isn’t liable. But, if you suspect other causes…

Germany’s Christmas markets are legendary, and for good reason. Christmas markets are among many holiday traditions, like Christmas trees and Advent calendars, thought to have originated in Germany. The oldest known Christmas markets date back to the 15th century in Germany — and today, holiday markets modeled after the German version pop up each winter…