Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend that you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz or Expedia, whi…
Winter in Minneapolis Northwest
THE COMMUNITIES on the northwest outskirts of Minneapolis combine the best of Minnesota — close enough to the big city to offer easy urban access, but also situated right on the doorstep of t…
The Top 6 Cash-Back Cards for 2017
What’s a list of cash-back cards doing on a website called The Points Guy? It’s an excellent question, and there’s an excellent answer. With airfares so low — especially for…
Southwest Extends Companion Pass Transfer Eligibility Through March 2017
A few days ago, Southwest decided to kick off the new year with a very unfortunate change. A loophole that previously allowed customers to transfer points from hotel and car rental programs in orde…
Catching a drunk pilot
THIS PAST SATURDAY, IN CALGARY, Canada, officials pulled a pilot off his plane and arrested him. He had been passed out drunk in the cockpit. This came on the heels of another incident last week in…
A Record Number of Americans Traveled Abroad in 2016
If you made heavy use of your passport in 2016, you’re not alone. According to recent stats from the National Travel and Tourism Office, the past year saw an increase of more than 8 percent i…
Governor Cuomo Announces $10 Billion Upgrade to JFK Airport
New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) came in at #2 on our list of worst airports in the United States — fortunately, it’ll soon get a much-needed $10 billion upg…
10+ must see spots in Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv rests right on the Mediterranean Sea in Israel. The weather is pleasant year-round and people are always out enjoying it — running, biking, walking their dogs. It just takes one suns…
11 best spots in Toronto to capture awesome photos
Toronto’s most iconic images include old stone buildings, modern glass towers, and Lake Ontario. Check out this list to find out exactly where to go, and even where to stand, to capture those…
4 Tips for Cashing in on the Chase Freedom 5x Bonus
If you’re carrying the Chase Freedom card in your wallet, getting from here to there is going to be more rewarding between now and the end of March. Gas stations and local commuter transporta…