The Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card has been a TPG favorite since its launch in 2016, and it remains one of the best business credit cards available. The card’s great earning structure and the ability to combine rewards with other Chase Ultimate Rewards credit cards make it a strong contender in the business credit card…

A trip to China isn’t all temples and dim sum. Before you can enjoy what this beautiful country has to offer, you first have to plan your trip — a task that isn’t always easy, thanks to obvious issues like culture shock and language barriers and not-so-obvious ones like cybersecurity and a cumbersome visa application…

The 2024-2025 ski season is almost upon us. Big-name U.S. resorts like the ones in Vail, Colorado; Park City, Utah; and around Lake Tahoe on the California-Nevada border are slated to open in mid-November, and Colorado’s Wolf Creek Ski Area is already open thanks to an October snowstorm. That means now is a great time…

If you’re new to the world of credit cards, you might be wondering about balance transfers. In short, it’s a type of transaction in which debt is moved from one credit card account to another. If utilized correctly, balance transfers can save you money on interest payments since you’re transferring your balance from a high-interest…

As we quickly approach the holiday season, you may already be in the process of finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones. However, if you are a travel rewards enthusiast, there is an important decision you need to make regarding these purchases. You must determine whether it’s best to pay for gifts directly or…

Beach hotels in California aren’t exactly novel. But it’s harder than you might think to find a resort located right on the sand. However, a bit north of Los Angeles, in the laid-back surfer town of Oxnard, the only thing between Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach and the Pacific is a gorgeous stretch of beach….

AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite Mastercard overview The AAdvantage® Aviator® Red World Elite Mastercard® is a solid choice for American Airlines flyers looking for elitelike perks and a strong welcome bonus. The modest $99 annual fee can easily be offset by perks like a first checked bag free and inflight discounts. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐½ *Card rating…

Getting a great deal on a cruise is getting harder. Strong demand for cruises over the past year has allowed cruise lines to raise fares sharply and cut back on last-minute discounts to fill unsold cabins. One line recently said bookings have been so strong that it would be stopping all last-minute discounts indefinitely. As…

Even if you’re not a frequent road warrior, the Marriott Bonvoy credit cards can be a great value proposition thanks to the annual free night certificate they offer. Multiple TPG staffers even have three Marriott cards for this exact reason. While all the cards with free night certificates have annual fees, you shouldn’t have too…

It’s that time of year again. Time to haul out the holly, rock around the Christmas tree and let it snow, let it snow, let it snow. Whether you are planning a holiday get-together with extended family or just want to give your kids the gift of travel this year, there are destinations across the…