It’s been an exciting end of September in the points and miles world, thanks in large part to the finalization of Marriott and Starwood’s merger. This became official on Friday, and whi…
US presidential campaign scandals
If you have been following the US presidential campaign, you know that it has been dominated by scandals coming from both the Democratic (Hillary Clinton) and Republican candidate (Donald Trump).Jo…
traveling with my daughter is cheap
This time last year I was working long hours and barely seeing my 6-year-old daughter, Emmie. Right now we’re sharing a watermelon juice in the Vietnamese town of Hoi An after playing on the …
13 things you have to do to claim you’ve visited Detroit
1. Visit Motown Historical Museum – some of the most legendary musicians came from here like Aretha Franklin, The Supremes, the Jackson Five, and many more. Detroit IS Motown. 2. Ride the peo…
10 signs you were born and raised in Virginia Beach
You have been absolutely spoiled to death with quality seafood. Danielle KnewstepYou still can’t believe it’s actually illegal, and punishable by a $250 fine, to cuss in public at the o…
10 of the most dramatic high desert spots in the West
Horshoe Bend, Page, AZ Grand Canyon Village, United States Get up close and personal with the edge#hiking Galleta Meadows Borrego Springs, United States You can’t miss the gigantic metal anim…
10 unexpected problems you’re going to have when you become an immigrant
Temporary or permanent, you’ve moved away from the country of your birth (and passport) into the wild unknown… or at least, unknown to you. You’ve shouldered your backpack or clo…
Cameras Compared: iPhone 7 Plus vs. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Not to be mistaken with the airline-unfriendly Galaxy Note 7, the Galaxy S7 Edge is Samsung’s other flagship smartphone. While the phone is a bit smaller overall, the S7 Edge’s display …
This Week Only: Buy IHG Points With a 100% Bonus
Earning points and miles via the traditional method (actually staying in hotels or flying) is just one way to boost your account balance. Fortunately, travel providers make it relatively easy to ac…
How to piss off a Texan
Call yourself a cowboy.Unless you spend your days rising before dawn to herd cattle or care for other livestock, you haven’t earned this coveted title. Most of us aren’t worthy of the t…