United Airlines is making some big changes to its premium experience at its Houston hub. Effective Jan. 15, the airline’s United Club in Terminal B at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) will close, the airline confirmed with TPG. The good news is that this closure is a harbinger of good things to come. The closure…

In a week full of airline deals, TAP Air Portugal is offering travelers a New Year’s sale, with round-trip economy flights from major U.S. cities to Europe for less than $500. Flights are available to Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Copenhagen, London and Dublin, among other international destinations, from domestic cities like Boston, New York City, Miami…

Bangkok’s luxury hotel scene is nothing short of spectacular, ranging from a hip Standard hotel (that you can now book with Hyatt points!) to the Rolodex of luxe brands one would expect: Four Seasons, Capella and St. Regis, among many others. Now, there’s a new card in said Rolodex: The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok. Part of One…

If you ever wanted to live out your vacation dreams in an up-to-11-bedroom house in Orlando right next to a crystal-blue lagoon that’s just minutes from Disney World using your Hilton Honors points, then this is your lucky day. SUMMER HULL/THE POINTS GUY The 1,100-acre Evermore Orlando Resort is now officially part of the Hilton…

On average, about one in every four or five flights were delayed in the U.S. last year, and between 1% and 2% were canceled. While that means most flights leave on time, there’s no doubt that delays and cancellations remain a reality of air travel — whether due to bad weather, mechanical issues or scheduling…

The wildfires burning a devastating path across the greater Los Angeles area are also impacting travelers going in and out of the area. A number of flights to and from southern California have been affected by the volatile conditions, although the vast majority of those cancellations and delays involve the Hollywood Burbank Airport. Los Angeles…

I recently had a chance to attend a five-course dinner at the Thompson Denver hotel, part of the Hyatt brand’s A Taste of Thompson: Chef Series. This is one of many activities available through Find, Hyatt’s experience platform, where World of Hyatt members can earn and burn points. Here’s everything you need to know about…

PayPal Cashback Mastercard overview The PayPal Cashback Mastercard® is a decent option for straightforward cash-back earnings, especially if you shop online frequently. If you’re looking for a rewarding card that offers simple cash back — and don’t mind using the PayPal platform — this card could make a lot of sense. Card Rating*: ⭐⭐⭐ *Card…

The Centurion Card from American Express is perhaps the most desirable piece of anodized titanium out there, in no small part because of the shroud of secrecy and exclusivity that surrounds it. Unless you’re invited to apply and accepted (more on how that happens later), Amex keeps a tight lid on the numerous benefits and…

It might seem premature to plan your next winter holiday now. However, January can be an ideal time to book travel using your points and miles for next winter. Most major U.S. hotel chains and airlines let you book award nights and flights 11 to 13 months in advance. Therefore, it’s not too soon to…