If Rome is on the horizon for travel plans in summer 2026, stop what you’re doing and make reservations at the Thompson Rome. Well located near Piazza Venezia and the Pantheon, the property is now bookable from May 31, 2026, on, according to the hotel’s website. You may recall that TPG added the Thompson Rome…

If you have a small business and spend a lot of time on the road or in the skies, you may want to add The Business Platinum Card® from American Express to your wallet. Frequent travelers will benefit from the Amex Business Platinum’s lounge access, hotel elite status and other offerings. New cardmembers can earn…

A lunchtime visit to a restaurant in Buenos Aires, Argentina, kicked off a six-month financial nightmare for a Seattle-based husband and wife. The couple, Alan and Terry Axelrod, say the eatery charged their credit card an astounding $29,695 for their vegetarian meal. You read that right. The restaurant, Juan Bautista Parrilla Gaucha, charged nearly $30,000…

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…