As a frequent United flyer to Europe, I spend a lot of time inside Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) Terminal C. Because United is the terminal’s sole occupant, the lounge options are limited to United Clubs and the Polaris Lounge, with no Priority Pass options. Want more aviation news? Sign up for TPG’s free biweekly…

Honky-tonks, hot chicken and music-filled streets are three popular reasons to visit Nashville — but these days, Music City offers so much more. It has an incredible music scene that reaches far beyond the country genre, fabulous food that’s way more than just barbecue and must-visit museums that range from an art museum to the…

Whether you want to pack light for a longer cruise or you’re traveling with little ones who tend to be a bit messy, you might need to wash clothes during your cruise vacation. Some cruise lines offer self-service launderette facilities for guests to do their own laundry. They often include two or three washers and…

While I might be one of TPG’s hotel reporters, I still consider myself an AvGeek with an appreciation for the flight service of yesteryear — even if I did come of age at a time when bags of mini pretzels were considered an inflight luxury. Chateaubriand sliced seatside aboard Pan Am first class, TWA napkins…

Do cruise ships have Wi-Fi? Yes, but internet access on cruise ships is both better and worse than you might expect. If you’re headed on a cruise vacation and want to stay in touch with family and friends — or stream movies and music on board the ship — it is possible to stay fully…

“And the sexiest new nonstop route of the year is … “ No, that wasn’t an obscure part of the Oscars you missed last month. Instead, that phrase was uttered ahead of an honor given out at the 2024 Cranky Network Awards — something you might liken to the Oscars of airline route planning. The…

Marriott’s loyalty program has gone through many changes over the years. We’ve seen Marriott integrate Starwood Preferred Guest into its existing loyalty program and eventually rebrand to Marriott Bonvoy in 2019. That same year, the hotel loyalty program launched Category 8 pricing as well as peak and off-peak pricing on award nights. Finally, in March…

If you like shopping at Walmart and enjoy streaming shows and movies then you’re in luck because Walmart+ includes a Paramount+ subscription at no additional cost. Let’s examine how The Platinum Card® from American Express cardholders can get Paramount+ for free. Walmart+ membership includes Paramount+ Walmart+ members get a Paramount+ Essential streaming service subscription included…

There are few better places to be when hunger strikes than on a cruise ship. If the buffet is busy with people or packed away, 24-hour room service is always available to fill your belly. It’s one of the greatest cruising amenities that’s uniformly offered on all major cruise lines. No need to dress up…

From complimentary top-tier Diamond elite status to three free night reward certificates to up to $400 Hilton resort statement credit, the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card* is a favorite among TPGers. If you’ve recently added this card to your wallet or plan to do so soon, here’s a task list of items you should…