Points and miles are valuable — but once they expire, they’re usually gone for good. That’s why it’s essential to understand a few simple steps you can take to keep your accounts active, no matter which airline or hotel program you use. Whether you’re sitting on a large balance or just starting to collect rewards,…

Another week brings another new partner for Southwest Airlines. The Dallas-based airline on Tuesday announced it will team up with German leisure carrier Condor Airlines in a new partnership. Like all of Southwest’s new partnerships, this tie-up with Condor will start small — but should eventually offer Rapid Rewards loyalists new connectivity to Europe. Southwest…

Travel makes an incredible gift — especially for your employees. And if you cover it with points and miles you earn from your business, it can be affordable even for small businesses. And while there are plenty of aspirational places you can send your employees on vacation, your rewards can also help them in times…

Tripadvisor now has a loyalty program called Tripadvisor Rewards — and on Travel Tuesday (Dec. 2), you can earn a $50 activity credit simply for joining. Here’s how Tripadvisor Rewards works and how you can save $50 or more on your next tour, class, event ticket or other activity. What is Tripadvisor Rewards? PRASIT PHOTO/GETTY…

Italy’s ITA Airways will land in Texas next summer. The carrier will link its Rome Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport (FCO) hub with Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) with seasonal service beginning May 1, 2026, ITA said Tuesday. ITA will offer three flights a week — Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays — from May 1…

Delta Air Lines is making some adjustments to the Choice Benefits it offers its upper-tier Medallion elite members. The Atlanta-based carrier on Tuesday announced tweaks to a few of the perks travelers can select from upon reaching its Platinum and Diamond Medallion tiers. Most of the changes are positive, though there’s one benefit selection that…

Known for its white-sand beaches and turquoise water, Aruba is one of the most popular islands to visit in the Caribbean. From the welcoming people to the delicious cuisine to the sunny weather — according to locals, it rarely rains — it’s no surprise that the island’s slogan is “One Happy Island.” But while most…

At TPG, we’re all about maximizing our credit cards. That includes maximizing all benefits provided by issuers, which include statement credits. Our monthly checklist highlights all the perks and benefits you should use every month. Whether you have one or several credit cards, having a checklist as a reminder is an excellent way to ensure…

When it’s time to plan a trip, I don’t want to get bogged down switching between tabs or bouncing around airline, hotel and car rental websites just to figure out what’s affordable. I also don’t love using online travel agencies I’ve never heard of, especially when it’s unclear what their extra fees or policies might…

Attention, Capital One cardholders: Your next Disney vacation could get a bit more rewarding. In the midst of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, Capital One unveiled a few noteworthy targeted cardholder offers, including the possibility to earn 50,000 miles after spending $1,000 on Undercover Tourist. Undercover Tourist is an online website that sells authorized…