Many travelers believe the Delta Air Lines SkyMiles program has decreased in value over the years. In 2023, Delta announced SkyMiles changes that were so unpopular that it walked back some of the changes about one month later. But Delta Medallion status is still extremely valuable. One particularly valuable perk available to Platinum Medallion members […]

Despite its hefty $550 annual fee (see rates and fees), the rates and fees are well worth it thanks to its offering of Hilton Honors elite status, statement credits and impressive earning rates. The most valuable benefit of the Hilton Aspire Amex is its offering of Hilton Honors Diamond status, which earns bonus points on

I stayed at the Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton in South Africa shortly after it opened. When I checked my account activity after my stay, I noticed an “opening bonus” of 2,000 points. Then I remembered that Hyatt offers 500 bonus points per night on qualifying stays at new hotels. I unknowingly received the benefit since

I knew there was a reason I was drawn to the Center Stage Bar on Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Cruise Line‘s newest ship and the third in the Excel Class. But I couldn’t quite put my finger on what it was. The bar — along with several other dining venues and the onboard shops — wasn’t

Chase offers four cards in their Ink Business family line. The most valuable one to points and miles enthusiasts tends to be the Ink Business Preferred Credit Card. It used to offer 100,000 bonus points with a hefty $15,000 spending requirement. However, now you can unlock the same amount of points with only an $8,000

This year will be a big one for new cruise ships, with three major vessels on the way that promise to break new ground in cruising. The most notable of the three, Icon of the Seas, is the first of a new series of megaships from Royal Caribbean that will be larger than any cruise

Welcome to February, the month where 29 days (yes, it’s a leap year) pack in more punch than you’d expect. It’s a time for love, adventure and a dash of winter magic, but where should you spend this extra-special month? Imagine yourself basking on a sun-drenched beach where the winter chill is just a distant

The airline network planners didn’t simply fast forward to 2024. Instead, they spent much of December — especially the weeks leading up to the Christmas holiday — rolling out tweaks to their route maps. This includes some big expansions from Air Canada and Frontier, as well as JetBlue, which joined the fray in adding service

It’s often a flyer’s greatest dilemma: Do you opt for carry-on or checked bags? Some frequent travelers are staunch advocates of only traveling with a carry-on bag. Others don’t want the hassle and prefer to check a bag. Some flyers make the call on a flight-by-flight basis; a short business trip could require only a

Qatar Qsuites are some of the most coveted airplane seats ever crafted. As repeat TPG award winners, Qsuites are widely considered to be the best business class experience — particularly for couples, as select seats can be combined and converted into a double bed. There are three popular airline currencies for booking Qsuites: These three