In 2024, Bilt added milestone rewards for every 25,000 points members earned within a calendar year. But many Bilt Rewards members didn’t find these milestone rewards particularly compelling. So, Bilt Cash will launch Jan. 1, 2026, to replace the milestone rewards program. Bilt Cash is a new rewards currency within the Bilt ecosystem. You’ll earn…

Guided tours have always made sense for seeing Egypt’s legendary pyramids or Africa’s expansive parks. But even seemingly easy-to-navigate destinations — say, Australia, Japan or America’s national parks — are great contenders for a guided or small-group tour. Big names like Globus, Trafalgar, Adventures by Disney, Abercrombie & Kent and Tauck are leaders in the…

The much-anticipated partnership between United Airlines and JetBlue is officially here. The two airlines on Thursday announced that their new alliance called Blue Sky had gone live — starting with the earning and redeeming of miles. As of today, United loyalists can now earn and redeem MileagePlus miles on JetBlue flights. And JetBlue’s frequent flyers…

American Express has rolled out a new way for small-business owners to save on one of their most useful digital tools. The issuer has added a Squarespace statement credit worth up to $150 per calendar year for U.S. purchases with Squarespace on the American Express® Business Gold Card. It’s now available to both new and…

Are group tours for me? Until a few weeks ago, I would have said no — at least for trips to most mainstream destinations. I like traveling on my own. But then I spent seven days exploring Scotland on a Globus motorcoach tour with a few dozen travelers I had never met before. To my…

Bankrupt Spirit Airlines may yet get the merger it seeks. The Dania Beach, Florida-based discounter told investors earlier in October that it is “actively engaged in discussions with a number of interested counterparties.” In non-Wall Street speak: Spirit is talking to other companies about a potential merger or takeover. A merger or sale of Spirit’s…

The holiday season is all about being together with your closest friends and family. But when those loved ones don’t live nearby, you may have to fly to visit them. Or maybe you’re the type to throw tradition out the window altogether and instead celebrate the holidays in a far-flung destination. Either way, the holiday…

Citi / AAdvantage Globe Mastercard overview The Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard® (see rates and fees) is aimed at travelers who fly American Airlines about once per quarter. It’s best suited to semi-frequent flyers who can maximize the companion certificate, checked bag benefit and lounge passes. However, it’s less compelling for travelers seeking stronger earning…

The Andaz Tokyo Toranomon Hills has been on my hotel bucket list for years, and a recent trip to Japan was the perfect opportunity to visit what turned out to be a very special hotel. The hotel’s location isn’t touristy; rather, it sits in a bustling business district developed and built up over the past…

Lyft is rolling out a new way for frequent riders to earn a small rebate on their everyday trips. The company’s new Lyft Cash Rewards program, launched today, lets users earn up to 5% back when they preload Lyft Cash onto their accounts. But before you rush to load your balance, there are some important…