October 2024

Kyle Olsen

If you’re familiar with TPG’s valuations, you’ll notice transferable rewards currencies such as American Express Membership Rewards points and Chase Ultimate Rewards points consistently rank as some of the most valuable rewards. You can earn these rewards with some of the best travel credit cards. But what makes these rewards particularly valuable is the ability […]

Katie Genter

Citi closed applications for its premium ThankYou Rewards card, the Citi Prestige® Card, in July 2021. However, some cardmembers, myself included, have kept the card and continued paying its $495 annual fee because of its valuable benefits. Our Citi Prestige Card review explains all the benefits and why you should consider keeping the card if

Meghna Maharishi

Despite being smaller than the Big Three legacy carriers, Alaska Airlines has gained popularity among American travelers thanks to its loyalty program, Mileage Plan. As a member of Oneworld, the program offers numerous high-value partnerships with airlines like American Airlines, British Airways and Cathay Pacific. Additionally, it has nonalliance partnerships with airlines such as Icelandair,

Kyle Olsen

United Airlines has launched a new round of Mile Play promotions, which award bonus miles to targeted members after they complete specific tasks. Now’s a good time to check your eligibility and register — even if you’re unsure about your upcoming travel plans. To see if you’re eligible and to register, visit United’s Mile Play

Sean Cudahy

Five new long-distance domestic flights are coming to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). After months of public and behind-the-scenes jockeying among airlines and lawmakers, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced tentative approval for the airlines — and cities — awarded these highly-coveted flight rights. A DOT spokesperson on Wednesday confirmed to TPG the new

Tarah Chieffi

Last month, TPG reported on the growing number of travelers forced to pay a fine after unknowingly breaking a little-known Mexican customs rule that allows only one portable computing device per traveler. As per the regulation, a laptop and a tablet are both considered personal computing devices. (You can also bring up to two cellphones.)

Zach Griff

Earlier this year, American Airlines promised that it would enable online redemptions for systemwide upgrade certificates. Well, 2024 is (nearly) coming to a close, and the Fort Worth-based carrier is finally making good on its promise — at least in a limited way. Beginning on Monday, American has started a limited-time beta test of online

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Kimpton Karma Rewards folded into the IHG loyalty program in early 2018. But, to the delight of Kimpton loyalists, Kimpton Inner Circle status still exists within the IHG One Rewards program. Kimpton Inner Circle is an invite-only status that offers perks at Kimpton

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Many of the best travel rewards cards provide valuable premium travel benefits. For example, The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express offer many perks, including complimentary entry to Centurion Lounges and extra benefits on luxury hotel

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Many hotel loyalty programs have shifted to dynamic pricing, making it difficult to know how many points you’ll need for each hotel night on your upcoming vacation. Will your free night certificate be sufficient? Or will you be priced out, with hotels