Chase confirms refreshed Sapphire Reserve, new business card coming soon

It’s been rumored for months, and the day is nearly here. Chase confirmed Monday that it will launch a fully refreshed Chase Sapphire Reserve® card and an all-new business version of the Sapphire Reserve card in the coming weeks. The official timeline is “this summer,” which kicks off Friday, June 20. The issuer launched a…

Marriott 50K-point free night award: 7 best hotels in the world to use your certificate

There are two primary ways to book “free” stays at Marriott properties worldwide: You can redeem Marriott Bonvoy points, and you can use free night award certificates. The latter are earned from activities like renewing your Marriott credit card membership each year or meeting an annual spending threshold. Several Marriott cards offer free night certificates,…

The best lounges at DFW Airport: Admirals Clubs, Centurion and more

There are few U.S. airports with more diverse lounge options than Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). From American Express and Capital One to various U.S. airlines and unique Priority Pass options, this airport is chock-full of great choices, ranging from standard airport lounges to private napping suites and even a video game room. So…

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique review

Costa Rica’s Peninsula Papagayo has received considerable attention in recent years thanks to luxury hotel offerings that include the Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, the Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort and, as of February, Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. But less than an hour’s drive around Culebra Bay, there’s a new resort in the region ready to…

Global Entry gets an upgrade: ‘Seamless Border Entry’

Global Entry is about to get a lot faster at some of the nation’s largest airports. U.S. Customs and Border Protection is trialing new “on-the-move” camera technology that could allow passengers to skip the signature blue kiosks and exit passport control without ever breaking a stride. The new process, known as Seamless Border Entry (or…

The best credit cards to add to your wallet, according to TPG senior editorial director Nick Ewen

As soon as friends or acquaintances find out that I work for The Points Guy, they almost always follow up with one question: “What’s the best credit card?” Unfortunately, my answer is usually some version of, “It depends” — because there truly is no one-size-fits-all credit card that’s best for everyone. There are many factors…

Disney cruise food: The ultimate guide to restaurants and dining on board

One of the best things about a cruise is the food, especially if you’re sailing on Disney Cruise Line. From the oldest Disney ship, Disney Magic, to the newest, Disney Treasure, the cruise line has continued to raise the bar when it comes to dining on a cruise ship. One thing that makes Disney cruise…