In the land of the Brothers Grimm, I was expecting creepy overgrown forests, quaint medieval towns, and maybe a gingerbread house or two. But, it turns out, the Brothers Grimm tales weren’t from the Black Forest region of Germany (most are from the central part). Why did I think they were from there? I don’t…

Abu Dhabi already has an incredible assortment of hotels, but a few hotel brands with major loyalty programs are making moves in this capital city. Both Hilton and IHG have announced exciting new projects in Abu Dhabi that will see a handful of hotels reflag. HILTON The first major change will see the Eastern Mangroves…

If you believe cryptocurrency is a good long-term investment, you might be considering adding crypto credit cards to your wallet. A growing number of companies are working to offer cryptocurrency rewards for crypto enthusiasts who want to participate in the digital currency economy. Of course, this particular type of reward currency isn’t for everyone. It’s…

If you crave a low-key beach day without a lot of fuss, Bimini, Bahamas, is the place to be. With its turquoise waters, long stretches of sand and amiable locals, Bimini has long been a favorite seaside escape for many, including Ernest Hemingway and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. About 54 miles east of Miami,…

The Music City and the Emerald Isle are suddenly a lot closer. Aer Lingus will launch a new route from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Nashville International Airport (BNA), the airline and BNA announced on Friday. Service begins April 12, 2025, with four weekly flights in each direction. Flight EI76 will depart from Nashville at 6:40…

Chase Sapphire Preferred Card overview The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is one of the best-known travel rewards credit cards, earning 5 points per dollar spent on travel booked through Chase Travel℠ and Lyft purchases, 3 points per dollar spent on dining, select streaming services and online grocery store purchases (excluding Target®, Walmart® and wholesale clubs),…

The striking, craggy coastline of Maine’s Acadia National Park has been an enticing destination for travelers since it was first declared a national park in the summer of 1916. On Mount Desert Island, three hours up the coast from Portland, deep cobalt waters crash in foamy waves against granite cliffs and mist-shrouded beaches. The great…

You might not expect to find odes to Norse gods or traditional Norwegian costumes as decor on a ship that sails the Mississippi — a waterway known staunchly for breeding Americana through the likes of Mark Twain and John Deere. But Viking Mississippi, Viking Cruises‘ first river ship to sail in the U.S., melds the…

If you’re a regular Southwest Airlines customer, you may start noticing some big changes at the airline sooner than you might expect. Late last month, executives at the Dallas-based carrier laid out a massive commercial overhaul, including more details on the airline’s plan to ditch its half-century-old open seating policy in favor of its first-ever…

One highlight of the World of Hyatt program is that it still uses award charts to determine the points you’ll need to redeem for a free night. The World of Hyatt award chart for Hyatt hotels and resorts has eight categories. Award prices range from 3,500 points for an off-peak Category 1 night to 45,000…