It probably goes without saying that we at TPG love points and miles. We’re constantly talking about our favorite redemptions, flagging deals and giving advice to each other on what to book and when. 2026 is nearly halfway over, so I decided to poll my co-workers and see what their favorite redemptions so far in…

In my never-ending pursuit to retain my American Airlines elite status, I am always on the lookout for ways to earn more Loyalty Points. I have been a loyalty member since 1994 (back when it was US Airways) and have held Gold, Platinum and Executive Platinum statuses over the years. I prefer the American Airlines…

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is one of the most popular travel rewards cards out there — and for good reason. With generous earning rates on dining, vacation homes, gas and electric vehicle charging, and travel, plus several other well-known benefits, the Chase Sapphire Preferred is a favorite among points and…

If you want to know how to plan a trip to Disney World, you’ve come to the right place. This guide includes tips for choosing the right Disney World hotel for your budget, deciding which ticket type is right for you, determining which extras are worth splurging on and planning a trip that’s fun and…

If you plan on transferring your credit card points to Qatar Airways Privilege Club to book the airline’s award-winning Qsuite business-class product for family and friends, the program has just introduced two new restrictions you should be aware of. Here’s what you need to know about complying with the rules, as well as some work-arounds….

Hyatt’s signature luxury brand, Park Hyatt, is hopping into the all-inclusive space. Next year, the brand’s first all-inclusive property will debut in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, about a 20-minute drive from Cancun International Airport (CUN). The best park? The Park Hyatt Riviera Maya is now taking reservations for stays from Feb. 15, 2027, and on —…

One of the best ways to redeem Ultimate Rewards points is via high-value Chase transfer partners. But Chase recently announced it was reducing the Chase-to-Hyatt transfer ratio for select cardholders. Unfortunately, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is among the affected cards. As a Sapphire Preferred Card holder, I’m bummed about the…

Canada’s Porter Airlines is on a growth tear. For most of its two-decade existence, the sleepy regional carrier focused on offering service a step better than its competitors on a fleet of de Havilland Dash 8-Q400 turboprops flying from Toronto’s downtown-adjacent Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to destinations within about 1,000 miles. In 2023,…

With the high-value bonus on the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) — providing new cardholders with 100,000 bonus points, earned after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening — you might be wondering: Am I eligible? If you currently have its premium sibling, the Chase Sapphire Reserve®…

It has had a handful of names since it first opened in 1930, but the mid-sized Southern California airport, now known as Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), is best known as a charming, convenient alternative to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). HOLLYWOOD BURBANK AIRPORT In October, when the airport’s $1.3 billion replacement terminal opens just north…