In early 2025, Marriott announced that it was acquiring “innovative lifestyle brand” CitizenM for $355 million — and now those hotels have officially integrated into the Marriott Bonvoy booking platform. Founded in 2005 as an independent hotel brand, CitizenM’s CEO, Lennert de Jong, told TPG that CitizenM has always treated its brand like a real…

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card launched in 2021 and remains one of the most exciting credit cards on the market. As Capital One’s flagship card, the Venture X is an addition to the world of premium travel rewards cards, taking on incumbent players like the American Express Platinum Card® and Chase Sapphire…

Chase Ultimate Rewards points can be transferred to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club at a 1:1 rate, opening up useful redemption options when booking Virgin Atlantic flights or its airline partners. Here’s a step-by-step guide to transferring your Chase points to Virgin Atlantic, and some great ways to redeem them. Related: Who are the Chase Ultimate…

Thrifty Traveler is one of our favorite ways to find deal alerts, and it’s currently on sale for the cheapest price of the year. For a limited time, new subscribers can get 50% off a premium membership using our special TPG code and link. The sale ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Tuesday, Dec. 2….

If you love to cruise, getting a great deal just might be top of mind these days — and your timing couldn’t be better! Cruise lines are currently offering Black Friday savings that include discounted fares, cabin upgrades, third- and fourth-guest-free promos, and generous onboard credits. We’ve rounded up the best promos from major ocean…

Two destinations for the price of one almost seems too good to be true — that’s what I thought, at least — but sure enough, it’s real. This fall, I took my very first Copa Airlines flight and got to experience how the airline is making Panama more accessible than ever with the relaunch of…

From Black Friday to Travel Tuesday, the days after Thanksgiving can bring some of the biggest savings of the year — and nights booked at major hotel brands are no exception. Travelers who take advantage can score huge deals on dream stays from some of their favorite properties around the world. You can save up…

If you’re looking for a premium travel rewards credit card, two popular options are likely to pop up in your search: the recently refreshed Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) and the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card. These cards vary when it comes to annual fees, earning rates and benefits. And, of…

For Swiss International Air Lines, Flight LX52 from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) on Thursday was not just any other flight. LX52 was the long-haul debut of the carrier’s new Airbus A350-900 and Swiss Senses onboard product that, after years of work and delay, finally took place. None of that apparently…

If you’re used to cruising in the Caribbean, shore excursion prices on your Alaska cruise might surprise you. Want to take a helicopter ride to the top of a glacier to enjoy a dogsled ride? It’ll cost upward of $700 per person. Excited about an authentic Alaska fishing experience? That’s a more than $500 tour….