The Caribbean and Latin America have long been go-to destinations for travelers chasing the summer sun … and for good reason. The region offers everything from luxe island escapes to laid-back beach towns, all within a short flight from the U.S. Not to mention, it’s home to all kinds of idyllic accommodation options, including several…

I was five days into a seven-day voyage on the French Polynesia-based Paul Gauguin when the wild thoughts began. Do I really have to go back? Couldn’t I just stay here forever? Lounging by the pool on the 330-passenger Paul Gauguin Cruises vessel as it sailed between Bora Bora and Moorea, two of the most…

IHG Hotels & Resorts’ portfolio comprises over 6,000 properties around the globe, including many domestic destinations. Whether you’re planning a big-city vacation or venturing off the beaten path, you can find an IHG property to meet your needs. Plus, the IHG One Rewards program is an easy way to earn points toward free nights. The…

JetBlue is renaming its travel platform that allows customers to book and then earn points on travel beyond flights — whether they’re renting a car, staying in a hotel or booking an activity. The New York-based carrier on Tuesday announced the launch of TrueBlue Travel, the airline’s non-air, travel-booking arm. Let’s say you’re traveling to…

Just as airfare prices fluctuate constantly, so does the landscape of points and miles. The newest loyalty program on the scene is Rove Miles, which promises to help travelers earn rewards on flights and hotels without a credit card. Rove Miles combines several familiar features of shopping and credit card travel portals, so it will…

The golden rule of credit cards and earning rewards is that we should strive to pay our balances in full each month. The massive interest rates banks charge — especially on travel rewards cards — will quickly strip away any value you may earn from points and miles. Sometimes unexpected expenses can occur, or you…

Although Hyatt’s growing portfolio may still be smaller than those of Marriott and Hilton, the hotel brand has earned a phenomenal reputation among value-seeking award travelers. Not only is it easy to earn World of Hyatt points, but Hyatt’s lengthy list of hotels contains some of the most luxurious properties around the globe. Looking to…

Chase Sapphire Reserve® cardholders, listen up. Air Canada Aeroplan is offering you a flight credit worth 5,000 Aeroplan points just for holding the card (see rates and fees). All you have to do is register here. This promotion applies only to the primary cardmember, not any authorized users. (Photo by JL IMAGES/Shutterstock) How to get…

I stayed at the Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton in South Africa shortly after it opened. When I checked my account activity after my stay, I noticed an unexpected “opening bonus” of 2,000 points. Then, I remembered that World of Hyatt offers 500 bonus points per night on qualifying stays at new hotels. I unknowingly received…

When you’re looking to apply for a credit card, you may wonder: “How good is the welcome offer I’m applying for?” There’s no simple answer to this question, but knowing the previous offers a card has had can help you determine what’s a good welcome offer. Surely, getting any welcome offer is better than getting…