If you enjoy a big-ship experience but prefer that your vessel’s sundeck not resemble a water park, then both Holland America Line and Princess Cruises should be on your short list. Both brands are considered premium cruise lines due to their more refined ambience and focus on adult-focused spaces and activities. Both Princess and Holland…

Citi is a TPG advertising partner. Citi Diamond Preferred Card overview The Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card doesn’t earn rewards. Instead, it’s geared toward people looking to avoid interest while paying down credit card debt through a long introductory annual percentage rate (APR) offer. While that could be a great benefit for some, it’s worth comparing…

December is the season for cozying up by the fire or ditching the cold entirely. The Northern Hemisphere experiences winter with snow and chill, while the Southern Hemisphere basks in summer’s warmth. Travelers can choose anything from snowcapped landscapes ideal for winter sports to sunlit beaches for relaxation. As the year-end approaches, many places come…

In the time of Chase 5/24, once-in-a-lifetime bonuses, same “card family” restrictions and more, it can be hard for families to decide on their next travel credit card. But one card has remained near the top of the list since its introduction in 2018: the World of Hyatt Credit Card. Families can appreciate Hyatt’s lineup…

Citi closed applications for its premium ThankYou Rewards card, the Citi Prestige® Card, in July 2021. However, some cardmembers, myself included, have kept the card and continued paying its $495 annual fee because of its valuable benefits. Our Citi Prestige Card review explains all the benefits and why you should consider keeping the card if…

I’ve had a soft spot for American Airlines Flagship First for more than a decade. It’s the last true international first-class product being flown by any American carrier. But Flagship First has been around since the early 2010s, and American plans to formally retire the product in the coming years. In fact, from what we’ve…

For many cruisers, the adorable menagerie of towel animals that appear in your cabin each night is a highlight. That is certainly true for me. I’ve been an avid towel animal fan for as long as I can remember — from family sailings when our daughters were little, squealing with delight at each new character,…

Among the best-known cruise brands, Disney Cruise Line has one of the most modest loyalty programs — even after an upgrade that brought an all-new tier. Unlike the programs of such cruise operators as Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean, the Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club, as it’s called, doesn’t offer members over-the-top perks such…

If you’re dissatisfied with the interest rate on your credit card — also known as the annual percentage rate or APR — you might be able to secure a lower rate, believe it or not, by simply asking your issuer. While it’s possible your request may be declined, it doesn’t hurt to ask. If you’ve…

Despite being smaller than the Big Three legacy carriers, Alaska Airlines has gained popularity among American travelers thanks to its loyalty program, Mileage Plan. As a member of Oneworld, the program offers numerous high-value partnerships with airlines like American Airlines, British Airways and Cathay Pacific. Additionally, it has nonalliance partnerships with airlines such as Icelandair,…