On many a cruise, rubber ducks can be found peeking out from random hiding places, beckoning passengers to pick them up and read their accompanying information tags. Perhaps you’ll find one hidden behind a plant by the Doe family from Springfield or another carefully placed somewhere in the buffet by the Smiths from Greenville. What […]
Skiing has long had a reputation as a sport for the wealthy. Since its introduction to North America in the early 20th century, it’s typically been reserved for those who can afford to take time off from work to spend exorbitant amounts of money traveling to far-flung destinations like Colorado, Idaho and New England. Today,
Showing loyalty to Celebrity Cruises can get you some great rewards. Like many frequent cruiser programs, Celebrity’s Captain’s Club loyalty program doesn’t offer all that many truly valuable perks at its lower tiers. But as you rise through the status levels, you’ll quickly reach a point where you’re getting all sorts of discounts, freebies and
The American Express Centurion Lounge network will be a little less posh going forward. That’s because the issuer is shuttering all of the spas across its lounge network, a company spokesperson exclusively confirmed to TPG. When Amex first started opening lounges in 2013, the issuer paid special attention to amenities that would help attract cardmembers
If you believe cryptocurrency is a good long-term investment, you might be considering adding crypto credit cards to your wallet. A growing number of companies are working to offer cryptocurrency rewards for crypto enthusiasts who want to participate in the digital currency economy. Of course, this particular type of reward currency isn’t for everyone. It’s
The striking, craggy coastline of Maine’s Acadia National Park has been an enticing destination for travelers since it was first declared a national park in the summer of 1916. On Mount Desert Island, three hours up the coast from Portland, deep cobalt waters crash in foamy waves against granite cliffs and mist-shrouded beaches. The great
We’re still a month or so away from turkeys appearing on supermarket shelves en masse and familiar holiday tunes playing on the loudspeakers in stores. However, now is the best time to get serious about booking holiday travel — particularly when it comes to flights. To avoid paying a premium for holiday travel, it’s a
Chase offers a full lineup of rewards credit cards, including the Sapphire and Freedom card families for consumers and the Ink Business family for business owners. However, there is some overlap in the earning structures and benefits offered by these cards. One example is the Chase Freedom Unlimited® and Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card. Both
Since 2013, TSA PreCheck has allowed users to avoid the hassle of waiting in a long airport security line, plus the annoying process of taking off their shoes and removing laptops, liquids and other items from their carry-on bags. Thanks to the dedicated TSA PreCheck security checkpoints at many airports, you don’t have to worry
It’s a new day at one of the most storied W Hotels properties in the brand network. This week, W Hollywood unveiled the result of a renovation that’s meant to bring West Coast flagship status to the lifestyle hotel. The refurbishment is part of a broader overhaul across the W Hotels brand to restore the