One of the most hotly anticipated new resorts in the World of Hyatt program is finally accepting bookings. You can book the Andaz Turks and Caicos Grace Bay beginning on June 1, 2027. Not only is it the island’s first […]
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Choice Privileges Japan sweet spot takes a hit
For years, Choice Privileges has been one of the best-value ways to book hotels in Japan with points. The program has offered relatively inexpensive yet centrally located award options, making it my go-to loyalty program when visiting Japan. In the […]
New to points and miles? Don’t sleep on bonus challenges
Some of us are into points and miles for the luxury of it all: the business-class flights with tablecloth service and the opulent hotel upgrades to stunning suites so high up your eyes might start to water. I fall into […]
Marriott Bonvoy Bold Credit Card review: Full details
Marriott Bonvoy Bold Credit Card overview The Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card (see rates and fees) is Marriott’s entry-level personal cobranded credit card. This no-annual-fee product offers a way to earn Marriott Bonvoy points and gives cardholders a jump-start on […]
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless review: Is this card worth it?
You don’t have to be a Marriott Bonvoy loyalist to find ongoing value in the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card (see rates and fees). The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless stands out in the Marriott card suite thanks to its solid lineup […]
How to know if you need vaccinations before your next trip
Recent deadly outbreaks of Ebola in Africa and hantavirus on a cruise ship have made headlines — but some less unusual diseases present a threat much closer to home. Some threats, like yellow fever and rabies, mainly apply to travelers […]
The best gas credit cards to add to your wallet
Unless you primarily commute via public transit, chances are you’ve recently stopped to gas up. Whether you spent a few dollars topping off your tank or paid triple digits for a fill-up, if you didn’t use a gas credit card, […]
Hyatt’s extended booking window, a famed LA hotel gets a new life and other hotel news
Believe it or not, summer is here. I’m writing this column from ultra-humid and hot Miami, where I’ll spend a week at a hospitality conference trying to learn what’s new, what’s great and where you should go spend your hard-earned […]
The best credit card welcome bonuses of June 2026
If you haven’t evaluated your credit card portfolio lately, now is a great time to do so. That’s because we regularly update this roundup to feature top welcome bonuses from cards that made the cut for our best credit cards […]