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…

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…

Clear remains an effective way to expedite the Transportation Security Administration checkpoint experience at airports. Plus, when you sign up, you might be eligible for a free membership and extra perks. As of February, new Clear members can receive $75 in Uber credits. We last saw this promotion in September 2022. To take advantage of…

Feb. 11, 2025 • 3 min read Delta debuts snazzy new bag tags for Medallion elites: How to get yours The cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards,…

There is no shortage of choices for a cruise to the Caribbean — the most popular place in the world for cruising. More than 200 cruise ships spend at least part of every year in the region. Cruise-selling websites list thousands of individual Caribbean sailings. This can be great news for would-be Caribbean cruisers, but…

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 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…

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…

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…

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…