If you haven’t noticed, artificial intelligence is working its way into nearly every aspect of human life, from AI-powered drive-thrus at Taco Bell to AI models setting airline flight pricing. Now, Hilton is entering its AI era with the beta launch of Hilton AI Planner, “a generative AI–powered digital concierge that helps travelers explore the…

Hertz is one of the largest rental car companies in the world, with locations in over 160 countries across six continents. Its loyalty program, Hertz Gold+, is free to join and rewards its members with instant perks, such as a free additional driver and member-only rates. Here’s what to know about joining Hertz Gold+, including…

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Air Canada’s Aeroplan loyalty program remains a favorite in the loyalty world. In addition to its distance-based award charts (Air Canada and select partner charts operate dynamically), it offers several customer-friendly features, such as a low-priced stopover perk and minimal fees on award tickets. This can be especially useful when booking Star Alliance partner award…

Even before Hyatt acquired the Standard International hotel group — a collection of “lifestyle” hotels comprising a few different brands, including Bunkhouse Hotels and The Manner — in 2024, Standard had already announced plans to launch what it termed a “rebellious younger sibling” to The Standard brand dubbed StandardX. The point was to incorporate The…

There are several reasons why the Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® Credit Card earned the coveted title of TPG’s favorite new personal credit card of 2025, and the Global Companion Award is a major one. Among the card’s suite of benefits, the companion award stands out for both its simplicity and its potential value. Used…

SXSW, Austin City Limits, the Texas State Capitol, incredible live music … there’s much to see and do when you’re in Austin. Austin has so many hotels and locally owned businesses worth checking out while you’re in town, it can be hard to decide on a great itinerary — especially for a shorter trip when…

Harry Styles’ 30-night residency at Madison Square Garden is likely to bring droves of devoted fans and pop music aficionados to New York City from late August through October, since it’s the only U.S. stop on his upcoming “Together, Together” tour. If you were fortunate enough to grab a ticket (perhaps through Amex presale access)…

Airport security wait times soared across the country on Sunday, three weeks into a partial government shutdown. From Houston to Atlanta, New Orleans and Charlotte, travelers ran into long backups at Transportation Security Administration checkpoints — as TSA staffing shortages led to long lines, delaying flights at some hubs and causing many more passengers to…

When you make travel plans, do you ever stop to think about all the events that could potentially derail your trip — like illness, a conflict in the destination or maybe even a broken leg? After considering the “what-ifs,” many people decide to purchase travel insurance, but travelers often overlook the “cancel for any reason”…