Believe it or not, it’s May. For me, time flies when I spend my days tracking hotel news around the world. And trust me, there was a lot in April. From a Rhino-focused Marriott safari lodge in Kenya announcing it was taking reservations to new hotel openings like a fancy St. Regis in Budapest, a…

While a potenial bailout from the U.S. government is still being discussed, the end of the runway may be in sight for ultra-low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines. If the airline did cease operations, Spirit would be the largest U.S. carrier to do so in quite some time, and there are, understandably, already many questions swirling among…

We’ve all been there — you open your credit card app or check out your account online to pay a bill or look over recent purchases only to notice a charge that doesn’t add up. Either it’s at a merchant you don’t recognize or for a purchase you’ve made but in the wrong amount. Or,…

I’m here with some not-so-great news for those who, like many of us at TPG, kind of fell in love with Chase Points Boost and all The Edit by Chase Travel℠ hotel redemptions at 2 cents per point it offered when it launched in June 2025. In December 2025, Chase updated its language to note…

As concerns grew that Spirit Airlines could imminently ground its planes and cease all service, competing airlines said they were ready to help stranded flyers in the event of a shutdown. As of late Friday afternoon, Spirit continued to operate its scheduled flights. However, reports suggested the Florida-based ultra-low-cost carrier could be on the brink…

You can never have too many Chase Ultimate Rewards points. This transferable rewards currency gives you access to some of the best hotel and airline transfer partners; therefore, it remains one of the most valuable to have in your wallet. According to TPG’s May 2026 valuations, Ultimate Rewards points are worth 2.05 cents each, which…

If you have been collecting points and miles for any length of time, you may know the rules can change overnight. The good news is that you are not necessarily powerless. Understanding why devaluations happen and what to do when they are announced can protect you and the value you can obtain from your points…

May is National Small Business Month, a time to celebrate locally owned storefronts, sellers and startups. In honor of Small Business Month, we’ve found a collection of standout businesses across the U.S. that are worth building your next trip around. From handcrafted ukuleles and custom ceramics to craft bourbon and one-of-a-kind cowboy boots, one of…

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If you’re a traveler like me, chances are you’re always on the lookout for ways to make your trips more affordable. That’s why I collect points and miles: they help me lower my travel costs so I can spend my money on what’s actually important…which is usually booking more trips! One card that can help…