We may earn commission from affiliate links → Written by Selo Olive. If you’re looking for a taste of Croatian culinary delights, look no further than its world-renowned olive oil. From small diners to Michelin-star restaurants, you can find this flavourful product all around the globe. Despite being a small country with limited production, Croatia boasts some of the best olive oil in the … [Read more...]

It turns out that the groundhog was correct. Winter is not over, and to prove that point, Winter Storm Olive is bringing close to 2 feet of snow and hazardous travel conditions to certain locations as it makes its frozen trek across the country.As of late Wednesday afternoon, the U.S. had already seen 4,182 flight delays and more than 1,500 flight cancellations, according to the website … [Read more...]

If your typical packing routine involves tossing random items of clothing into your suitcase and then sitting on it to try and squish everything down to zip, you probably haven't met Away luggage. Away's signature polycarbonate luggage is designed to comfortably secure your belongings, glide through the airport and stand up to the wear and tear brought on by even the most intrepid travelers.These … [Read more...]

First, let me say it's hard to write anything too insightful about a luxury cruise vessel after a visit lasting just a couple of hours.A lot of what makes a luxury cruise ship luxurious is the way its staff delivers service at an elevated and sustained level over time — something that only becomes apparent over several days.It's a bartender not only remembering your name but your favorite … [Read more...]

The Turks and Caicos Islands are a collection of some 100 named islands and cays that welcome sun-seeking travelers in droves. Offering a tropical climate with very little rainfall, this British overseas territory is known for its many days of sunshine, plus world-renowned stretches of sand like Grace Bay Beach.To accommodate travelers coming to its shores to swim, sunbathe and sightsee, Turks and … [Read more...]

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers.If you're taking inventory of the security measures in all areas of your life, don't leave out your credit. While it's nearly impossible to fully shield yourself from credit card fraud or identity theft, there are some steps you can take, such as freezing your credit.But, of course, like all security … [Read more...]

The southeastern Italian region of Puglia has no shortage of amazing places to visit; Bari, Monopoli, Alberobello, and Ostuni, to name but a few. In this post, I’ve written about the best things to do in Lecce – one of my favorite Puglian towns.Lecce is a beautiful, historic city that’s often referred to as the “Florence of the South” due to its abundance of Baroque architecture. In addition to … [Read more...]

Feb. 22, 2023•2 min readBookings for all-new Disneyland Hotel tower to open next monthThis post contains references to products from one or more of our advertisers. We may receive compensation when you click on links to those products. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. For an explanation of our Advertising Policy, visit this page.Disneyland has only three official hotels, which is … [Read more...]

If you're new to the world of credit cards, you might be wondering about balance transfers.In short, it's a type of transaction in which debt is moved from one credit card account to another. If approached correctly, balance transfers can save you money on interest payments, if you transfer your balance from a high-interest card to a lower-interest card.Your next order of business might be how to … [Read more...]

Hop aboard one of the rail bikes offered by Rail Explorers in Boone, Iowa, and explore the Des Moines River valley. This is a fun and laid-back way to see the countryside in the Midwest. On a gorgeous, blustery day, Genevieve Dean (of Des Moines-based AdelmanDean Group) and I drove about an hour from Des Moines to rural Boone, Iowa—home of the latest U.S. Rail Explorers site and its first division … [Read more...]

Alaska Airlines' Mileage Plan has several features that you won’t find with the majority of competing airlines. Things like unique partners and generous stopover policies catapult the value of Alaska Airlines miles higher than any other airline mileage currency, per TPG valuations.Knowing the program's intricacies will allow you to get maximum value out of your miles. Today, we'll discuss six … [Read more...]

The death of business travel demand might have been greatly overestimated during the pandemic.Bill Gates, at one point, surmised as much as half of business travel demand was permanently killed during the early months of the pandemic. Hotel industry chatter in recent months focused on the idea it was likely 20% off pre-pandemic levels.However, the CEOs of each of the major publicly traded hotel … [Read more...]

Hotel booking startup, Safara, is hoping to use curated lists and invite-only memberships to meet the high expectations of the Gen Z traveler.  “Our point of view is that over the next 10 years, there’s going to be a generational shift in spending, and that’s just natural,” said Doug Schuessler, CEO of Safara. “We’re thinking about building a generational company … if we’re thinking across … [Read more...]

Longing for a vacation but not sure it’s in the budget? It is possible to see the world without breaking the bank. Read on for our suggestions for some affordable holiday destinations. We all need to get away sometimes—but we also want to make sure we can afford food for the next month when we get back! It can seem impossible to have an amazing holiday on a budget but there are many affordable … [Read more...]

On the heels of United Airlines' recent announcement about family seating, ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines said it is now also seating children with a parent at no additional charge. This makes the carrier the latest airline to enact a travel policy that allows families to sit together.The Denver-based carrier said on Tuesday that it allows children under the age of 14 to be seated … [Read more...]

Many credit cards offer benefits like trip cancellation insurance, rental car protection or other travel insurance benefits that can help your family when problems arise during a trip. However, these perks are beneficial only if you can use them as advertised.We receive an alarming number of emails complaining about travel insurance claims, often telling a similar story: The claim has been … [Read more...]

Editor’s note: This post has been updated with the latest information.Tax Day is creeping closer.The federal income tax filing due date for individuals is April 18.TPG has received many questions about whether you should pay any owed taxes with a rewards-earning credit card. Many are also wondering what the tax implications are on the rewards that they have received as sign-up bonuses for opening … [Read more...]

Universal Studios Hollywood is surrounded by some of Los Angeles’ most iconic and well-known hotels. Among them, you’ll find everything from budget-friendly options to trendy LA hot spots, but one thing they all have in common is their proximity to the Universal Studios theme park.With the recent addition of Super Nintendo World to Universal Studios’ lineup of movie-based attractions and its … [Read more...]

There’s a bit of mystery to credit card limits. Though it is generally based on the financial information you provide, a credit limit on a new card can be based on the card itself or the specific issuer. What’s even more confusing is that a limit can change over time.Issuers typically do not divulge the range of credit limits they extend to customers. However, generally speaking, if you want to … [Read more...]

Skift Take Casetta is winning acclaim as a boutique hotel brand that renovates and runs old hotels and lodges with stories to tell. But will its "barely there branding" pay off for its investors? Leslie Barrie When guests drive up to Marina Riviera, a boutique hotel in Big Bear, California that opened in the autumn of 2022, they won’t see a big sign for Casetta, the … [Read more...]