Whether you are Team Carry-On or you always check a bag, there are certain items that you should keep with you when you fly. Some of these items can make your flight more comfortable and entertaining, while others are helpful to have with you if your checked luggage gets lost or your flight gets delayed….

The conflict in the Middle East has sparked a surge in fuel prices, meaning both daily commutes and summer road trips are getting more expensive. Thankfully, you can save money on gas by enrolling in loyalty programs offered by major gas companies. That said, your favorite chain may not have the best prices, even with…

If you’ve been building up a stash of Emirates Skywards miles for a long-haul flight to Dubai, you might be wondering what to do with them right now. With the U.S. Department of State issuing a Level 3 “Reconsider Travel” advisory for the United Arab Emirates due to the current conflict in Iran, Emirates is…

Japan, Japan, Japan. It seems everyone you know has been to Japan in the last year, or has a trip planned soon. And why not? The dollar is holding strong against the yen, making travel there affordable, and the country has a packed cultural calendar and the draws of gorgeous fall foliage, phenomenal skiing and,…

Here at TPG, we’re big fans of any tool or program that makes travel more accessible and more affordable. So, when we learned that signing up for a free Expedia account can give you access to the brand’s One Key loyalty program, which offers member discounts and rewards across multiple travel categories, we knew it…

If you’re in the Bilt program, you’ll want to get to know the Bilt Travel portal. This portal is a platform for Bilt members to earn and redeem valuable Bilt Points on flights, hotel stays and Blade helicopter rides. Per TPG’s March 2026 valuations, Bilt points are deemed the most valuable rewards currency on the…

The end may be near for the major airport security delays we’ve seen at airports across the country. Despite the ongoing partial government shutdown, it appears Transportation Security Administration officers are on the verge of getting a paycheck for the first time in several weeks. In a social media post Thursday, President Donald Trump directed…

An American Express airport lounge is coming to China. Amex will open an all-new American Express lounge at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in late April, the issuer announced Thursday. It will be the first Amex airport lounge in mainland China. Here’s what travelers need to know. Details on the new American Express lounge coming…

Icelandair is a popular carrier for visiting Iceland because its hub, Keflavik Airport (KEF), is about 31 miles from Reykjavik. Icelandair is well known for its low fares, and many travelers use the airline to travel between the U.S. and Europe while taking advantage of a stopover in Iceland. However, if you’re looking at how…

One of the most important decisions you’ll make in your small business’s card journey is choosing between cash back and points and miles. If you’re Team Cash Back, the new Graphite™ Business Cash Unlimited Card has a bid to make for a spot in your business’s wallet. However, despite its straightforward earning structure, the card…