One of the most common questions we get in emails from TPG readers is, “Can you help me book using my miles?” Unfortunately, the answer is no because we just don’t have the resources to actually book trips for readers. (It’s a lot of work!) Instead, we usually refer people to companies that can better…

American Express Business Gold Card overview The American Express® Business Gold Card is an excellent choice for business owners looking to maximize their earnings with a single card. This card features elevated bonus categories that automatically reflect your highest spending categories each billing cycle, and it earns transferable Membership Rewards points. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐½ *Card…

A once-in-a-century total solar eclipse will sweep across 10 countries in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East on Aug. 2, 2027. Already being hailed as the “Eclipse of the Century,” next year’s eclipse is especially notable for what’s being touted as an exceptionally long duration, offering up to six minutes and 23 seconds of…

When I think about the travel benefits from my rewards cards, one favorite stands out: the Capital One Travel credit. If you aren’t familiar, it’s a $300 travel credit included on the premium Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card and the Capital One Venture X Business card each cardholder year. Both of these cards…

If Chicago is home to the airline industry’s testiest turf war, this major East Coast hub is shaping up to be the main arena in America’s airport lounge battle. This past week, American Express announced Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) will soon become the second location for its bougie, food-focused “Sidecar” lounge concept in 2027….

An annual free night certificate is one of the best perks frequently offered by hotel credit cards. This anniversary night can often justify the card’s annual fee before you even consider any of the card’s other perks. As such, I typically don’t hesitate to open a new hotel credit card that offers an annual award…

Flight delays may be the norm at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) this summer. The Federal Aviation Administration has slashed arrivals by a third to 36 flights per hour due to construction work on SFO’s north-south runways and safety concerns over parallel flight approaches, the regulator told TPG. The cap will rise to 45 flights…

How would you feel if you paid $2,000 or more for a business-class ticket only to be charged an extra fee if you wanted a seat assignment in advance? Some travelers on United Airlines will soon find out after the carrier announced on Friday a “new tiered fare structure” for its swankiest seats. In other…

If you love points and miles as much as we do at The Points Guy, you definitely need to know about one of our brand-new secret weapons — Substack! We’ve launched our very own Substack called Talking Points, where we can spill insider tips and tricks to help you travel better and cheaper. We’re even…

For travelers who want a laid-back cruise experience without the scale (or price tag) of today’s biggest ships, Margaritaville at Sea is worth a closer look. Founded in 2022 with a single ship, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise, the line began with short Bahamas cruises from West Palm Beach, Florida, and quickly reimagined the ship with…