Airport lounges can be great places to relax before your flight, and getting access to them is one of our favorite status and credit card perks here at TPG. When you visit an airport lounge you can enjoy complimentary food and drink while relaxing in a quiet, comfortable place away from the hustle of the…

If you’re a Bilt cardholder, check your email. The renter-favorite rewards program sent out a survey to get feedback on potential upcoming changes to the Bilt card lineup — and there’s plenty to be excited about … especially if you’ve been hoping for a way to earn rewards while paying your mortgage. When the Bilt…

You have dozens of choices when it comes to finding the best Disney World hotel for your family. If you’re looking to save money on your magical vacation, you’ll likely turn to Disney’s Value or Moderate resort categories — but there is a way to stay in one of Disney’a top-tier Deluxe resorts. Believe it…

IHG is currently running a promotion for its members to earn 500 IHG One Rewards points for free if they download the brand’s app and log in. While this isn’t a huge haul of points (TPG values 500 IHG One Rewards points at around $2.50, based on its February 2025 valuations), if you don’t already…

Hyatt’s Thompson brand is a staple of the lifestyle hotel category with locations in popular cities around the world like Nashville; Palm Springs, California; Savannah, Georgia; and New York. This summer, Thompson is opening its doors to the sun and the sand of one of the country’s most popular hotel destinations: Miami Beach, Florida —…

When I first began writing about cruising three decades ago, the typical internet connection at sea wasn’t just slow. It was glacial. You’d click on a website only to experience many seconds of frustration. Maybe the page would come up. Maybe it wouldn’t. Maybe the cruise would end while you were still sitting there. Thankfully,…

Amex EveryDay Preferred Card overview The Amex EveryDay® Preferred Credit Card from American Express remains a solid card that earns valuable Membership Rewards points. Though the card is no longer open to new applicants, those who hold it can earn bonus rewards on every dollar spent at U.S. supermarket purchases (up to $6,000 a year;…

If you’re planning on renewing your passport this year, you should keep in mind that the U.S. Department of State is currently estimating four to six weeks for its routine passport service and two to three weeks for expedited service. These timings apply to both new passports and renewal applications. The State Department advises travelers…

Some people think you can only earn and redeem hotel points at big, impersonal chain properties in mainstream destinations. But lately, some of the major hotel loyalty programs have started to extend their purview with more boutique properties through acquisitions and partnerships. World of Hyatt was one of the pioneers of this trend, first affiliating…

If overindulgence makes you feel more sluggish than rested and relaxed after your vacation, it’s time to find a new way to cruise. You’re in luck — several cruise lines are offering 2025 and 2026 wellness-themed sailings that are bookable now as you kick off your self-care goals for the year. Whether you’re hoping to…