Accor’s boutique hotel brand MGallery is getting ready to make waves in New York City with the launch of a U.S. flagship hotel in 2028. MGallery, self-described as “a portfolio of boutique spirited hotels with distinctive stories and character,” has signed the popular Ink 48 hotel, helping set the stage for a significant expansion in…

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is a popular mid-tier choice for travelers. At a $95 annual fee, it doesn’t carry the sticker shock of premium credit cards. Currently, new Venture Rewards cardholders can earn 75,000 bonus miles after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. Plus, they’ll also…

El Nino has officially arrived, and this one is a doozy. What does that mean for travelers? This powerful natural phenomenon could make some destinations more enjoyable this year — while you may want to reconsider visiting others. It also increases the risk of severe weather events and travel disruptions. The good news is: you…

If you’re a student looking for a no-annual-fee cash-back card that can help you build credit, the Discover it® Student Chrome is a straightforward option.  While it may not offer the strongest long-term earning potential, it can be a solid starter card for students who are new to credit cards. Card rating*: ⭐⭐½ *Card rating…

For the past five years, I’ve had the privilege of serving as TPG’s senior hotels reporter. Being the first dedicated hotel-focused reporter on staff has given me the freedom to shape our coverage in some incredible ways. I’ll be frank: I have a dream job, and I don’t take it for granted. Over these five…

Whether you’re buying an Airbnb gift card for a future trip or an Apple gift card as a gift for a loved one, it’s possible to earn bonus rewards on your purchases. I always advise earning as many points per dollar spent or as much cash back as possible, since that will get you to…

If you want a no-annual-fee cash-back card that automatically earns extra rewards at restaurants and gas stations, the Discover it® Chrome is straightforward and easy to use. But with just 2% cash back in those categories and a $1,000 quarterly spending cap, its long-term earning potential is limited compared with some competing cash-back cards. The card…

The Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard® (see rates and fees) and Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Legend Mastercard® (see rates and fees) are closely-competing cards aimed at American Airlines enthusiasts. Their annual fees — $350 and $695, respectively — are far enough apart to make it important to carefully consider which option is best for…

If cash back is your game, then the Discover it® Cash Back could be a good fit for you. Its easy-to-understand earning rates, straightforward reward redemptions and simple benefits will be a welcome sight for anyone seeking simplicity. However, if you’re looking for comprehensive travel benefits, bonus categories that cover a wide range of everyday purchases…

I have top-tier Hyatt Globalist status, yet my World of Hyatt balance is currently just 491 points. And although I have a few upcoming award stays booked, I expect I’ll want to book more Hyatt award stays next year, if not later this year. I usually max out the number of Hyatt points I can…