I had never been a big fan of cruises or group travel in general. But from the moment I set sail on my first European river cruise, I was hooked. Whether exploring France’s wine regions, historic capital cities along the Danube, the castle-lined Rhine or Portugal’s scenic Douro Valley, there is — in my opinion…

Hilton is celebrating 2025 with the just-announced launch of its — wait for it — 25th brand, Outset Collection by Hilton. The eighth brand in Hilton’s Lifestyle portfolio, Outset Collection by Hilton was designed for “guests looking for boutique hotels with an independent identity and experience,” according to a statement Hilton shared with TPG ahead…

If you’re returning from a trip with a few more items than you left with, American Airlines has some good news for you. The Fort Worth-based carrier will officially remove carry-on-bag sizers from the gate area, as first reported by View from the Wing and later confirmed by an American Airlines spokesperson. Removing the bag…

For years, its bright-yellow planes have been a staple at airports near beaches, theme parks and the Strip in Las Vegas — and a vessel for price-conscious customers to fly on a budget. But with the holiday season now just weeks away, there are real concerns about the future of Spirit Airlines. In late August,…

Chase issues some of the most sought-after rewards cards on the market, but the bank also has some of the strictest policies regarding credit card “churning.” It limits cardholders to earning only one welcome bonus per consumer Sapphire card and has its infamous 5/24 rule. Chase has never officially commented on the 5/24 rule’s existence,…

Google Flights is constantly evolving, but it remains the one tool I always mention when people ask me how to find better flight prices. This easy-to-use website can help you find the best possible price on airfare (and even hotels). It’s one of the best weapons in our arsenal at TPG to help save money…

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is one of the best travel cards on the market. With a moderate $95 annual fee, it’s a top choice for both frequent and casual travelers — especially those new to earning travel rewards. Chase is offering a strong welcome bonus of 75,000 points after spending…

The Citi Strata℠ Card (see rates and fees) is a popular starter card with no annual fee and a good entry point into the Citi ThankYou Rewards ecosystem. Paying the annual fee on the Citi Strata Premier® Card (see rates and fees) can be worth it if you want to elevate your travel. The card…

America’s second-busiest airport has its newest nonstop link to Asia — and it’s on a brand-new plane with some spiffy, state-of-the-art seats. In a flight that drew plenty of fanfare, Taiwan-based EVA Air made its long-awaited arrival Friday night at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), inaugurating nonstop service between Texas and Taipei. It’s the…

Indiana celebrated the return of nonstop flights to Europe this summer when Aer Lingus landed at Indianapolis International Airport (IND) in May. Linking the Midwestern capital with Dublin Airport (DUB) and Europe beyond that, the flight was heralded by locals as a driver of both tourism and economic development. The route to IND from DUB…