Having elite status with an airline you frequent — such as JetBlue — can make your travels more comfortable, efficient and seamless. However, since earning elite status often requires a significant commitment of travel time and money, it’s important to weigh the benefits and drawbacks of a frequent flyer program before funneling your business to…

As Los Angeles slowly begins to assess the damage caused by recent wildfires, it’s clear that rebuilding will take years and cost an astronomical sum of money. Some reports estimate a cost as high as $40 billion. Not to mention the threat of more fires remains strong as the Santa Ana winds and dry conditions…

It’s no secret that 2025 is going to be an “epic” year for Universal Orlando Resort. The resort’s third park, Universal Epic Universe, is scheduled to open on May 22. But you don’t have to wait until then to explore some of the park’s other exciting new developments. In addition to Epic Universe, Universal is…

Jan. 23, 2025 • 3 min read New Chase bonus spending offers and a chance to earn a $100 statement credit 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…

Last year, MGM Resorts International and Marriott finalized a deal that saw an impressive collection of Las Vegas megaresorts join the Marriott Bonvoy family. Now, the gaming giant’s namesake property, MGM Grand, is unveiling an extensive renovation set to uplift the resort by $300 million. Related: Marriott Bonvoy and MGM Resorts boost loyalty partnership benefits…

Australian airline Qantas has announced a mixed bag of changes to its loyalty program. Some award rates and carrier-imposed surcharges will increase later this year, but the airline will also add additional award availability and new partner award tickets. Thankfully, these Qantas Frequent Flyer changes won’t take effect until Aug. 5. Given the news, there…

One of the easiest ways to help a child or family member build credit history is by adding him or her as an authorized user on one of your credit cards. This can establish a record for that person with the credit reporting agencies if he or she doesn’t already have one, plus increase important…

As regular readers know, I’m a big fan of cabins with balconies. As I explained in a recent story, there’s nothing quite like being able to step onto a balcony on a ship to breathe in the fresh ocean air. But that doesn’t mean I’m opposed to the idea of staying in a cabin without…

Sometimes, there are things we accept as gospel without ever stopping to question them. Perhaps the most well-known example in the points and miles world is Chase’s 5/24 rule. That rule means that Chase will reject you for nearly all of its credit cards if you’ve opened five or more cards across all banks in…

At a glance A large (but not gigantic) ship with plenty for families to do on board Onboard dining includes Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver, sushi and steak Fantastic entertainment lineup: stage shows, ice skating and music pop-ups If Royal Caribbean‘s gigantic cruise ships feel like too much for your family, then the cruise line’s…