Update 12/19/16: This promo is no longer available.Uber is once again offering $20 off your next ride, for existing customers as well. However, this time the promo is only available in New York Cit…
Alaska Makes Some Positive Changes to Its Mileage Plan Program
We’re so accustomed to seeing airlines devalue their frequent flyer programs — Alaska Airlines included — that it’s a relief that Alaska’s making its own a little swee…
What’s on Tap? A Look Ahead at the Holiday Week
On Saturdays we take a look back at the stories of the past week, but Sundays are about the future! With so much going on in the world of travel, it’s not easy keeping track of everything. So…
Deal Alert: US to Cancun Nonstop From $155 Round-Trip
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…
Can I Use Chase Ultimate Rewards Points to Book Any Hotel?
TPG reader Tracy sent me a message on Facebook to ask about booking hotels:I generally maximize my Ultimate Rewards points by transferring them to airline and hotel partners, but you can also get d…
Starwood Announces End of Caesars Partnership on December 31
Starwood Preferred Guest has announced that its three-year partnership with Caesars Entertainment will not be renewed, and is coming to an end on December 31, 2016.The agreement, which launched in …
Does My Baby Need to Enroll Separately in Global Entry?
TPG reader Mike sent me a message on Facebook to ask about expedited security for infants:I think Global Entry rocks, and I recommend it to anyone who flies often (both in the US and abroad). Acces…
WATCH: A deep look at China’s relationship with skiing
China: A Skier’s Journey from Jordan Manley on Vimeo.THIS 16-minute documentary by Vancouver filmmaker Jordan Manley — featuring skiers Chad Sayers and Forrest Coots — has won sev…
Montanans are passionate about…
1. Naming beer after bears.With brews with names like Golden Grizzly Ale, Bear Bottom Blond, and Bear Dance Black IPA, it’s pretty clear where Montana’s 40-some breweries get a lot of t…
The 17 funniest Swedish expressions
1. A Swede doesn’t tell someone to “take a hike”… he tells someone to “throw themselves in the wall.” (Släng dig i väggen)3. A Swede doesn’t tel…