One of the best deals in travel is the Southwest Companion Pass. No other travel perk allows you to create your own buy-one-get-one airfare voucher that can last for nearly two years. This pass allows you to bring a partner, child, parent or friend with you on all of your Southwest flights — for just…

Backpacking Europe is one of my favorite things to do as a traveler. There isn’t a year I don’t criss-cross the continent (except 2020 when no one was crossing Europe). During the summer, hostels burst with life, the Mediterranean sparkles, streets fill with people drinking wine and enjoying the day, and the late night setting…

Finding the money for travel is one of the biggest challenges people face when it comes to taking a trip. It can take years to save up for that dream trip! And, when people finally save up enough and hit the road, what do most of them end up doing? They throw money away on…

Hyatt upgrade certificates can provide great value if you use them strategically. Club access awards give you club lounge access, while Hyatt suite upgrade awards let you confirm a standard suite at booking. I recently used a Hyatt suite upgrade award to confirm a suite at booking for a stay at the Hyatt Regency Cape…

We talk a lot about using your credit card’s benefits for things like trip delays. The peace of mind these perks can add to your trip when something goes awry is fantastic. However, before you get lulled into a false sense of security, remember these perks are not automatic. You must take specific steps to…

With a fleet of 19 ships that offer great food, award-winning entertainment and top-deck jaw-droppers like laser tag, go-karts and waterslides, Norwegian Cruise Line is one of the cruise industry’s most popular brands. But who owns Norwegian Cruise Line? NCL is owned by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, a publicly traded parent company that owns three…

At a glance Offers more than 20 onboard bars and restaurants, including the brand’s first-ever barbecue venue. Top-deck thrills include a trio of waterslides, a zip line, a surf simulator and a 10-story dry slide. Caters to couples and families looking for a high-octane cruise experience at great value. The 5,602-passenger, 226,838-ton Oasis of the…

Starter travel rewards cards come in all shapes and sizes. If you’re looking for a way to earn frequent flyer miles with your favorite airline, numerous options are available. No-annual-fee airline credit cards are also fantastic options for experienced award travelers who already own multiple cards in their wallets. These cards can help you top…

World of Hyatt members can earn Milestone Rewards each calendar year as they reach specific thresholds for qualifying nights or base points. As a result of changes to the American Airlines and Hyatt partnership, you can now select some American Airlines perks as Hyatt Milestone Rewards. In this guide, we’ll look at the current Hyatt…

Worried that stormy skies could interrupt your vacation? Well, JetBlue has an innovative solution to protect your trip (and your wallet). JetBlue Vacations and WeatherPromise announced on Thursday that they are teaming up to offer rain protection for trips booked through the airline’s vacation portal. This optional coverage will reimburse you if your destination experiences…