Most associate the American Express Platinum Card® with luxury and high-end benefits. After all, the card is known for its lounge access, hotel elite status offerings and having access to valuable transfer partners. The card’s up to $155 per calendar year Walmart+ statement credit*, however, doesn’t fit neatly into the Platinum’s reputation for prestige. That…

Prime Visa card overview Amazon’s Prime Visa (see rates and fees) is a solid earner, with bonus rewards on Amazon purchases, Chase Travel℠, gas, dining and commuting. That makes it a strong contender for those who spend big with Amazon and its affiliated brands. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐½ *Card rating is based on the opinion of…

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We are now in the prime booking window for Christmas flights. As we often report, the best time to book cheap flights is one to two months in advance of travel. We are now just over a month ahead of booking for Christmas, so airfares should be at their cheapest around this time. If you…

Many of us at TPG love the American Express® Gold Card, as it is one of the best rewards cards for dining and spending at U.S. supermarkets. The card also features multiple statement credits related to dining services and restaurants for a $325 annual fee (see rates and fees). Let’s take a look at why…

Hotel credit cards come in many shapes and sizes, proverbially speaking. You can splurge on ultra-premium high-annual-fee cards loaded with perks or find options charging less than $100. These cards can be a fantastic addition to any traveler’s wallet, whether you’re frequently on the go or hoping to save up some points for your annual…

Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) CEO Christina Cassotis is keeping her promise to travelers that they will enjoy the airport’s spacious new terminal by Thanksgiving. The airport has set an opening date of Tuesday, Nov. 18 — just over a week before the holiday — for the new $1.7 billion terminal. “This is a new day…

The vast majority of Alaska cruises stop in this engaging little city that offers among the greatest variety of attractions and experiences of any Inside Passage port. Nestled among the towering mountains and dramatic glaciers of the Tongass National Forest and set along the icy, deep waters of the Gastineau Channel, Juneau feels both wildly…

An Alaska cruise is the adventure of a lifetime, offering the promise of frontier towns, impeccable scenery, cold beer, fresh seafood and a world of adventure to enjoy ashore. If you’re cruising on a big ship, chances are good you’ll be stopping at the “Big Three” ports: Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway, Alaska. But there are…

How much will your next flight or hotel stay redemption cost? Well, that depends on whether your program of choice uses dynamic pricing or more traditional (published) award charts. Frequent flyer programs have been around for more than four decades, but recent years have seen a notable shift in how award tickets and hotel stays…