Marriott Expands Luxury Collection to Japanese City of Nara
Marriott Expands Luxury Collection to Japanese City of Nara.
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Top 15 destinations in the world to see beautiful fall foliage without the crowds
As summer turns to fall, travel plans turn from visiting the beach to finding the best places to view autumn leaves. Leaf-peeping hot spots are plentiful – and often teeming with people during peak color times. If you’d rather not fight the crowds, this list is for you. We’ve picked 15 lesser-known fall foliage destinations perfect for a visit…
Seabourn Club cruise loyalty program: Everything you need to know
Staying loyal to Seabourn brings some big rewards. The luxury cruise line has one of the most generous frequent cruiser programs of any brand, offering its most loyal passengers such truly stellar perks as free cruises upon hitting certain milestones. Dubbed the Seabourn Club, the six-tier loyalty program also rewards frequent cruisers with discounts on cruises, shore excursions and…
Should you redeem points and miles for inflight purchases?
As loyalty programs have increased the number of ways to earn points and miles, there are now many ways to redeem those points and miles. We usually recommend aiming for long-haul premium cabin flights to get the best value. However, you might want to save a few dollars on your next flight. Perhaps you only have a small number…
Hyatt joins Marriott in disclosing resort fees upfront in daily rates
The tides are quickly turning when it comes to hotel companies better disclosing resort fees in their nightly rates. Hyatt appears to be the latest hotel parent company to now include nightly rates inclusive of any added resort fees when a potential guest first searches for a hotel, Skift first reported. A Hyatt spokesperson later confirmed this separately to…
I just snowshoed at the North Pole — here’s how you can, too
Editor’s note: TPG’s Gene Sloan accepted a free trip from Ponant to accompany one of its first expedition cruises to the North Pole. The opinions expressed below are entirely his and weren’t subject to review by the line. Sometimes, it’s all about the setting. Over a lifetime of travel writing, I’ve gone on some epic hikes across the globe,…
Delta One Suites review on the Airbus A330-900neo
Quick take: Spacious suites with closing privacy doors, stylish finishes and high-end soft touches all combine to make Delta One seats a great international business-class experience. Pros Delta One seats feel extra private thanks to doors that slide shut and do-not-disturb indicators. Memory foam cushioning and cozy bedding create a restful experience in the sky. Crisp entertainment screens with…
Is the Southwest Performance Business Card worth the annual fee?
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The most premium of Southwest’s cobranded options, the Southwest Performance Business Card carries an annual fee of $199. While this is significantly less than the fees you’ll see on most premium options from other airlines, it is a notable increase from the Southwest Premier Business…
Last chance: Earn 100,000 bonus miles on Citi’s top-tier American Airlines AAdvantage Executive card
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Citi is a TPG advertising partner. If you are a frequent American Airlines flyer, you have plenty of credit card options to help you earn additional miles and make the most out of every American Airlines flight. While Barclays and Citi both have a cobranded…
Short cruises are cheaper, but are they right for you?
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Maybe you are a first-timer who has never cruised before who is looking to test the waters. Or maybe your boss won’t give you a whole week off, so you’re seeking a quick getaway. Do you desperately need a break, but your budget can’t handle a full-week cruise vacation?…