Are river cruises just for older travelers? The answer might surprise you

River cruising is one of the fastest-growing segments of the travel industry. In a little over a decade, a river cruise has gone from being a niche experience to a mainstream one, with voyages offered on rivers like Europe’s Danube, the Mississippi in the U.S. and Southeast Asia’s Mekong. But river cruising has a stereotype…

Marriott Bonvoy Bold Credit Card review: Full details

Marriott Bonvoy Bold Credit Card overview The Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card (see rates and fees) is Marriott’s entry-level personal cobranded credit card. This no-annual-fee card offers a way to earn Marriott Bonvoy points and gives cardholders a jump-start on achieving elite status. However, frequent Marriott guests are better off with a card that charges…

Government shutdown: What travelers need to know

It’s looking increasingly likely that the federal government will shut down without a deal to keep federal funds flowing. This could result in some pretty severe impacts on travel, especially if a shutdown drags on for any great length of time. So-called nonessential government functions will end at midnight Tuesday if legislators and President Donald…

U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa Business Card: A review

U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa Business Card overview The U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa® Business Card rewards business owners with elevated earnings across multiple popular bonus categories. However, if you’re looking for rewards other than cash back, you may be better off with another option. Overall, the U.S. Bank Triple Cash Rewards Visa…

American Airlines launches loyalty partnership with Porter Airlines

American Airlines has a new North American partner. The Fort Worth-based airline on Monday announced a new codeshare agreement with Porter Airlines, a Canadian carrier with a fast-growing network of flights on brand-new planes. As part of the arrangement, travelers will be able to earn and redeem American Airlines AAdvantage miles on certain Porter flights…

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal’s multiyear remodel is finally complete

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, a jewel of the Hilton Honors program, is unveiling the final pieces of a multiyear renovation ahead of a “grand reveal” on Oct. 1. The newest updates to the property include a redesign of all 112 rooms, suites, villas and casitas across the property. These changes encompass new “soothing” lighting…