TPG reader Hal sent me a message on Facebook to ask about transferring points:I tend to focus on earning transferable points because they give you access to multiple loyalty programs at once. That …
What to do if You — or the Person Next to You — is a Passenger of Size on the Plane
Long gone are the days of half-empty 747s flying between New York and LA, when passengers milled about in plush piano lounges and sat in economy seats wide enough to comfortably accommodate Catheri…
Comedian T.J. Miller on Lost Baggage, Airport Hell and Checking His Shoes
What’s the most exotic locale you’ve hit so far?Appelton, Wisconsin, hands down. I know where to go for the giant Chinese buffet.What are some items you can’t leave home without?A…
abortion access in North America
When I moved to Mexico three years ago I didn’t have a clue about the country’s abortion legislation or practice. It wasn’t a topic that I would discuss with my friends or family …
Best outdoors places in Philly
HAVE A SOME TIME TO EXPLORE PHILLY? Want to spend it outside? We dug into our new travelstoke app to find the best spots for you.Rittenhouse SquareReading Viaduct Park Interesting that Google calls…
100 tips for traveling for free
TRAVELING IS EASY. PAYING FOR TRAVEL is not. There are a trillion travel hacks on the internet — some of them good, some of them bad — that are aimed towards traveling cheap, but sortin…
Where to Find the Best Views in Havana, Cuba
1. Bar Piscina Mirador at Hotel SaratogaThis spot is ideal if you want to take in some amazing Havana views while soaking up some serious Cuban sunshine. The rooftop pool and lounge area has chairs…
Deal Alert: New York to Singapore from $588 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…
Unreal video capture of the Perseid Meteor Shower
EVERY SUMMER I TRY AND reserve at least a few weekends to spend up in the high Sierras. This year I was fortunate enough to camp at Blue Lakes for the Perseid Meteor Shower. It didn’t take mu…
10 Things No One Tells You About Edinburgh
The beautiful city of Edinburgh is best known for its stunning castle, (surprisingly) tasty haggis and world-renowned festivals. While all of these attractions are worth checking out, the Scottish …