Last night, passengers at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) received word of gunfire inside terminals 6, 7 and 8 around 8:45pm. Police acted fast, setting up a command post and not allowing a…
13 MileagePlus Awards to Book Before October 6
On October 6, United is “enhancing the way you book MileagePlus awards.” In reality, there are no real enhancements. United is decimating the current stopover system that — while …
My 5 Travel Essentials: Celebrity Designer Clare Vivier
It was during home-ec class at high school in St. Paul that the stitch itch got celeb designer Clare Vivier.“I loved learning to sew,” said Vivier, who nurtured that affection over the …
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
1. Lonesome Pine OverlookThis 6.7-mile (round-trip) hike is on the more strenuous side, but you’ll be rewarded with almost complete solitude once you reach the summit. You can grab a trail ma…
Nightlife spots to hit up in Boston
Boston may not be known as a party Mecca but during my time there, I found that there was a spot for every taste and mood. If you enjoy knocking back beers at the bar, I’ve got you. If you li…
Amazing Deal Alert: US to Amsterdam, Budapest and More from $399 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, which allows y…
Debunking Credit Card Myths: Does It Matter If I Don’t Pay My Balance In Full?
It’s no surprise that travel rewards credit cards are a common topic of conversation here at TPG. Taking advantage of top sign-up bonuses and utilizing bonus categories and other maximization…
Amazing Deal Alert: Hyatt Regency Paris for 3,000 Points + $20 Per Night
Update 2: This deal is no longer available.Update: Note that this property is currently undergoing a complete renovation. Here’s a statement from the hotel’s website:The hotel has begun…
Should I Keep Sapphire Preferred If I Get Sapphire Reserve?
TPG reader Ben sent me a message on Facebook for help deciding between rewards credit cards:Since it was formally announced just a few weeks ago, the new Chase Sapphire Reserve Card has been making…
Can I Use the Southwest Companion Pass on Existing Reservations?
TPG reader Andrew sent me a message on Facebook to ask about booking companion fares:The Southwest Companion Pass is one of the most popular travel rewards available, partly because of how easy it …