Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information.You might wonder if it’s worth applying for a store credit card to help you save on purchases or get access to sales and discounts. Retail stores often pitch store credit cards to customers at the register (or online checkout these days), enticing you with a discount on your purchase in exchange for signing … [Read more...]
Got an extra $100,000 to spare? This luxury line is unveiling a world cruise for the ages
What are your plans for 2026? If visiting more than 40 countries sounds appealing, listen up: Luxury line Regent Seven Seas Cruises will sail a 154-night world cruise itinerary that's one for the record books.The longest-ever sailing for the line, surpassing its 2025 world voyage by just four days, Regent's 2026 world cruise will take passengers to 77 ports across six continents and offer more … [Read more...]
JetBlue makes no-notice devaluation to travel credits
When the pandemic first started, JetBlue Airways became the first U.S. carrier to scrap change and cancellation fees in February 2020.Fast forward three years later, and the New York-based carrier is clawing back some of the flexibility that travelers have enjoyed when making modifications to their flights — without providing any notice.As of March 8, all newly issued JetBlue credits will only be … [Read more...]
Why the Amex Gold is the perfect ‘in-between’ card
If you're looking for a new card, you may find yourself struggling to justify a hefty annual fee on a premium card but dissatisfied with the lower number of perks on most mid-tier cards. It can feel impossible to find a perfect "in-between" card.And you're not imagining it. There just aren’t many cards that fit into the area between the two tiers. However, one card offers the perfect “in-between” … [Read more...]
8 women influencing luxury travel tell us what’s hot for 2023
As the hospitality industry strives for a more equitable future in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, more women have moved into leadership roles creating the luxury hotel brands we know and love today.While we are still waiting to see a woman become CEO of a major hotel chain, it is not surprising that hotel companies have tapped women to lead the luxury sector. Research … [Read more...]
A 2nd Peppa Pig Theme Park coming to Dallas area in 2024
Come 2024, a family of adorable pink pigs will be moving to Texas.North America's first Peppa Pig Theme Park in Winter Haven, Florida, just celebrated its first birthday Feb. 24; now, Merlin Entertainments has announced it will open a second Peppa Pig Theme Park location in the Dallas-Fort Worth area in 2024.TARAH CHIEFFI/THE POINTS GUYThe new Peppa Pig Theme Park will be located in North Richland … [Read more...]
Airbnb Widened Marketing Edge Against Rivals in 2022
Skift Take Airbnb, which is very standoffish when it comes to paying for digital ads on Google.com and Google Travel, is winning the marketing sweepstakes by a landslide. Not even close. Dennis Schaal Online Travel This Week In the perennial quest to turn bargaining-hunting travelers with little brand loyalty into customers making bookings and generating revenue … [Read more...]
Why it might be cheaper to fly abroad to ski
Skiing and snowboarding have never been budget-friendly sports. But in recent years, the prices of single-day lift tickets have skyrocketed to, in some cases, more than $200 per person, per day at several North American ski resorts.A single-day ticket for one person at Arizona’s Snowbowl — a ski resort in North America you generally wouldn't think of as pricey when compared to other spots like … [Read more...]
$100 property credits, bonus points and more: Week 2 of Wyndham Member Month is here
Wyndham Rewards is about to reach 100 million members. So, it's hosting Wyndham Member Month with five weeks of deals to celebrate.We're now in week two of Wyndham Member Month. So, here's what you need to know about the currently available Wyndham Rewards deals.Related: Best hotel credit cardsStay 3 nights, earn 2 freeViva Wyndham Azteca All Inclusive Resort in Mexico. KATIE GENTER/THE POINTS … [Read more...]
Discovering Historic Sanford, Florida
Located halfway between Orlando’s theme parks and the beaches of Daytona, historic Sanford is one of Central Florida’s lesser-known gems. It makes a perfect day trip if you’re in the area, but also offers a great weekend getaway. This charming town on Lake Monroe is filled with restaurants, antique shops, craft breweries, and nature spots. Art galleries beckon visitors, and frequent festivals fill … [Read more...]
Cruise ship drinks packages: A line-by-line guide
It’s easy to run up a monster bill ordering wine, beer and mixed drinks by the glass on a cruise ship. The cost of alcoholic drinks on cruise vessels — particularly cocktails — can be pricey. But for those who regularly order several alcoholic drinks a day when cruising, there’s a way to save: a flat-fee drinks package.All the major mass-market cruise lines offer flat-fee drinks packages that, in … [Read more...]
Tourism’s Sustainability Pitch Needs to Be More Subtle for Gen Z
Skift Take Gen Zers don't care what tourism businesses say about their sustainability efforts. They just want to see it in their day-to-day experience. Dawit Habtemariam Tourism businesses that talk about how sustainable they are won’t win points with Generation Z travelers. In fact, they run the risk of pushing them away, said Etienne Matichard, director of sales … [Read more...]
Ink Business Preferred Credit Card review: A great all-around business card
Editor's note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information.Ink Business Preferred Card overviewThe Ink Business Preferred Credit Card is an excellent all-around business credit card, offering a sizable sign-up bonus and the ability to earn valuable Ultimate Rewards points on a variety of business expenses. Those rewards can then be transferred to 14 airline and hotel partners … [Read more...]
101 Niche Website Ideas For 2023 (+How To Make Money)
I’ve personally started nearly a dozen niche websites over the years and currently run 5 websites across different niches. I also teach others how to start, grow, and monetize niche websites and have helped nearly 1,000 people start new niche sites.Table of Contents Surprisingly, with all of this experience in the field, I still haven’t written a post about this on the blog or written a guest … [Read more...]
Epic Pass prices released for next year with some new enhancements
While the snow is still very good in many parts of the country, it's time to start thinking about the next ski season.Epic Pass pricing and details for the 2023-2024 season were just released, and prices start at just $48 for a one-day pass for adults and $24 for kids.With how the industry works these days, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, the best way to pay for your lift tickets is … [Read more...]
Richard Branson’s Virgin Hotels property is open in NYC — here’s a 1st look
New York City's most famed hotels, such as The Plaza and the original St. Regis, are centered around Central Park. But these days, if you want to stay in the most dynamic hotel neighborhood in Manhattan, you need to head to NoMad — a bustling neighborhood home to flower markets, views of the imposing Empire State Building and some of the most exciting hotel openings in recent years.Another new … [Read more...]
5 ways you might be missing the value of your Amex Platinum card
Even though The Platinum Card® from American Express has a steep $695 annual fee (see rates and fees), this premium travel card still boasts enough perks that the annual fee can be worth it — if you use them. Plus, the card has a history of juicy welcome bonuses, ranging in value from $1,200-$2,000 in TPG's valuations.Related: Is the Amex Platinum worth the annual fee?The card also offers the … [Read more...]
What’s the difference between a passport book and passport card?
If you've ever applied for or renewed a U.S. passport, you may have noticed the option to purchase both a passport book and a passport card.Although both serve as proof of your U.S. citizenship and identity, they are used for different travel purposes.Here's all you need to know about the differences between a passport book and a passport card, as well as which one you should get.What is a … [Read more...]
The best all-inclusive resorts in the world with swim-up rooms
When you think of a tropical vacation, chances are that relaxing in a shimmering infinity pool, cocktail in hand, taking in the views of sugary white sands and turquoise water, is not too far off.A gorgeous swimming pool (and at TPG, we’ve been vocal about our favorites) isn’t just the icing on the cake — it can truly make a vacation.No longer focused on quantity over quality, all-inclusive … [Read more...]
Holy cow: Testing JSX’s blazing-fast Starlink Wi-Fi with Apple’s new MacBook Pro
The future is here, especially if you’re flying on JSX.The carrier, which operates 30-seat regional jets in an extra-spacious configuration from private airport terminals, recently became the launch customer for Starlink’s inflight internet service.Starlink, an arm of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, provides high-speed satellite internet access in over 50 countries worldwide. While the company’s customers … [Read more...]