Fast-growing Viking has one of the most diverse arrays of itineraries of any cruise line. Not only does the California-based company offer ocean cruises in almost every corner of the world, it also offers river cruises on many of the world’s major rivers. That’s notably different from most cruise lines; typically, cruise lines operate either…

When I decided to buy a couch, I knew I’d need to pay the cost off over time. After all, furniture is a big-ticket item. The easiest and (to me) most obvious answer was a 0% APR card. Most 0% APR cards let you pay off a charge over 12 to 18 months, but some…

Google Flights is one of our favorite tools at TPG, but Google Travel goes well beyond cheaper flights — and it’s constantly evolving, as I found out in a recent conversation with James Byers, group product manager for travel at Google. We both agreed that Google Flights Explore is one of the best-kept secrets of…

Atlantic City has been associated with bright lights, bustling casinos, and a distinct kind of carefree fun for many years. In recent years, however, this famous Jersey Shore spot has undergone significant changes, evolving beyond its traditional image as a playground. With substantial investments in non-gaming attractions, diverse entertainment options, and a renewed focus on…

Since opening its doors in 2004, Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC has maintained its status as the resident neighborhood cool kid in the ever-chic, Chelsea-adjacent Meatpacking District. Following a multiyear, $40-million sprucing up in 2021, the hotel debuted refreshed guest rooms, a refurbished rooftop and a private membership club in late 2024, solidifying its spot as one…

A major credit card issuer has just added American Airlines as a transfer partner. Citi on Sunday announced the launch of 1:1 transfers from its ThankYou Rewards program to American’s AAdvantage loyalty program for three of the rewards cards in its lineup. The move has made Citi the only card issuer with direct transfers to…

It’s been a busy summer for credit card issuers with all the changes and introductions of new credit cards. And now, Citi joined the party and finally released the successor to the Citi Prestige® Card — the all-new Citi Strata Elite℠ Card. This card has been anticipated for years, and now that it’s finally here,…

Back in May, TPG exclusively learned the Citi Rewards+ Card was being rebranded to the Citi Strata℠ Card. Now, we’ve received confirmation Citi is launching the all-new Citi Strata℠ Elite. As a longtime Citi loyalist and die-hard Citi Strata Premier® Card (see rates and fees) (formerly the Citi Premier) fan, I’m excited to see the…

Purchasing a car is a huge expense. And unfortunately, it’s usually a diminishing investment that loses value over time, starting with the moment you drive it off the lot. The silver lining here is that a car purchase can earn you some serious rewards if you put some or — in rare cases — all…

At TPG, we love Global Entry and the VIP lane access to customs that it comes with, but it’s not always so easy to schedule an appointment to get final approval. We are here to help. Global Entry gives preapproved, low-risk travelers expedited clearance upon arrival in the U.S. from abroad. It’s one of the…