Over the last two years, hotel and resort rates in the U.S. soared amid a reopening economy and pent-up travel demand coming out of coronavirus pandemic lockdowns. But that ascent hit ever-so-slight turbulence in one of the priciest hotel segments earlier this spring. U.S. luxury resort rates dipped 0.7% in March, the first time the […]

A major part of so-called drip pricing appears to be a thing of the past at the world’s largest hotel company. In recent years, resort fees have often topped the list of travel annoyances, as these fees — which sometimes approach $100 a night — have not typically been included in the initial listed nightly […]

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. When you apply for a great travel rewards card, the last thing you want is to be turned down. The sign-up bonus, the benefits and the points earned are luring you in, so you’ll want to do everything possible to be approved. In […]

As a business owner, it’s important to continue expanding your business and finding solutions to optimize shipping. Shipping freight internationally can be intimidating, but you’ll find the best solution for your business after weighing the pros and cons. If you’re having trouble deciding between air or ocean freight, these pointers can guide you when contacting […]

Asia Miles is the loyalty program of Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific and HK Express. These airlines connect Hong Kong with the world, with Cathay Pacific’s route network covering many major cities in Asia, Australia, Europe and North America. The airline is also a Oneworld member, so you can earn and redeem miles with other major […]

Imagine the frustration of staying at a Hyatt Category 3 property and accidentally paying for it with a Category 1-7 free night certificate — all while a Category 1-4 free night certificate sits in your account. Ouch. This experience taught me about a World of Hyatt quirk you should know. Here’s how to ensure Hyatt […]

Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information and offers. Citi is a TPG advertising partner. Citi Premier® Card overview The Citi Premier® Card is an under-the-radar gem with a phenomenal range of bonus categories. While the card isn’t as strong on the redemption side as similar offerings from Chase or Amex, the […]

Spirit Airlines is back with a new status match. If you hold status with an airline or hotel company, you may be eligible for instant entry-level Silver or top-tier Gold status in the Free Spirit Program. And unlike the offerings from most other carriers, this status is valid for a full 12 months, without any […]

Etihad Airways’ stopover program is back this year. It allows travelers to schedule extended layovers through its base at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) at certain hotels for a discounted rate. The national airline of the United Arab Emirates is back with the same three stopover options from last year: Best of Abu Dhabi, Stopover […]

One of the best parts of a cruise is that you don’t have to worry about dusting, vacuuming, scrubbing or otherwise lifting a finger to clean during your vacation. That’s due, in large part, to your room steward (also known as a cabin steward or cabin attendant). These cruise line employees make sure your cabin […]