“How can I travel without breaking the bank?” is one of the most frequently asked questions we receive at TPG. There’s no question that travel is expensive right now, as prices have risen dramatically over the past few years and inflation continues to strain the pocketbook. Demand has been through the roof. Inflation and correspondingly…

The Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal is a fan favorite among points and miles enthusiasts. With rooms often going for more than $2,000 per night — and sometimes close to $3,000 — it’s a great place to get some serious value from your Hilton Honors points. And with standard rooms now reaching 250,000 points per…

Numerous American Express cards offer shopping protections that can protect your purchases and the money you’ve spent on them. Coverage terms and limits vary by card. Rather than trying to remember all of this on your own, we’ll guide you through the various shopping protections offered by American Express cards. This guide provides a comprehensive…

Whether you’re planning a warm, tropical getaway or simply dreaming about future trips, the Caribbean is probably top of mind. It’s a beautiful and accessible option from many parts of the U.S., making it an easy getaway choice. What’s not easy, though, is finding a secluded stretch of beach there. Since many other travelers have…

Denver International Airport (DEN) will add 11 gates to Concourse C as air traffic booms in the Mile High City. The $700 million extension to the western end of C, otherwise known as “C-West,” will add 400,000 more square feet to the concourse for the 11 gates and new concessions, as well as a new…

Various American Express cards offer travel protections that can take the headache out of your vacations. However, the coverage you get (and the limits of said coverage) differ by card. Rather than trying to remember all of this on your own, we will guide you through the travel protections offered by American Express cards. This…

Colder weather might have you dreaming of a beach escape, but winter is Europe’s hidden-gem season. Many European cities go all-out for the holidays, and the magic doesn’t disappear once the decorations come down. From January through March, you’ll still find plenty of spots worth visiting — without the summer crowds. And, since it’s low…

Everyone knows that winter is prime time for cozy vibes — and booking a special hotel dinner can be such a festive way to experience peak coziness for the cold season. Whether or not it’s actually snowing outside doesn’t even matter; the chillier months with their shorter days are the ideal time for enjoying delicious…

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is ready and willing if Southwest Airlines finalizes its much-hinted-at plan for airport lounges. That was the message from Maryland Aviation Administration Executive Director Shannetta Griffin as she stood in the light-filled central atrium of BWI’s new connector, which adds a new — and more spacious — link between…

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is a natural starting point for anyone new to travel rewards, thanks to its strong bonus categories, flexible Ultimate Rewards points and solid travel protections at a reasonable annual fee. But after you’ve used it for a while, a familiar question tends to pop up: What…