15 places you need a visa or ETA to travel with an American passport

If you hold an American passport, you’re probably used to traveling internationally with relative ease. You may be surprised, then, to learn that several countries still require Americans to jump through some hoops to visit. As of February, at least 15 countries require American citizens to obtain either a tourist visa or other form of…

Starlux adds fourth US city with another route from Southern California

Taiwan’s self-proclaimed “luxury airline” is expanding once again in the U.S. This time, Starlux Airlines is adding service to Southern California’s Ontario International Airport (ONT) from its hub at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Four-times-weekly service begins June 2, and flights are already available for sale. Westbound flights depart Ontario at 11:10 p.m. and arrive…

Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business American Express card review

Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business American Express Card overview The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum Business American Express Card is a worthy card contender for frequent flyers of Delta. While its highest bonus category is only for Delta and hotel purchases, this card offers a suite of perks that make it worth its $350 annual fee (see rates…

Marriott Bonvoy Moments is partnering with Shaun White

Marriott Bonvoy is helping travelers get up close and personal with snowboard legend Shaun White as the hotel group becomes the official partner of the Olympian’s new ski and snowboard league. Members of Marriott’s free loyalty program can now bid on one of four epic Marriott Bonvoy Moments packages to attend the first-ever event from…

How to earn Delta SkyMiles: From using the right credit card to shopping

Though Delta Air Lines’ SkyMiles has seen devaluations over the years, it can still be a valuable program for domestic awards and partner redemptions. Not only does the airline have a vast route network with significant hubs in large U.S. cities, but there are many different ways to earn Delta miles that you can redeem…

I went on an expedition cruise in the Mediterranean; here’s why I’d choose a ship like that again

On a warm September day in Nice, France, I grab a table at a restaurant terrace overlooking the Mediterranean and size up the vessel I’m about to board: Atlas Ocean Voyages‘ World Traveller. Although you wouldn’t know to look at it, the navy blue hull is built to cut through ice. As the ship glimmers…

Should I get the World Of Hyatt Credit Card or transfer points from Chase?

Hyatt offers its loyal travelers a unique advantage over the other major hotel chains when it comes to earning points. Unlike other big hotel brands like Hilton, Marriott and IHG that have transfer partnerships with programs like Chase Ultimate Rewards and American Express Membership Rewards, Hyatt is the only one that generally presents solid transfer…