Embed from Getty Images IN THE FLURRY OF STORIES THAT COME FROM the Olympics — Jackasses lying about robberies, famous athletes making weird faces, and entire countries cheating — it&rs…
What if you could understand every language in the world? This earpiece makes it possible
THE LANGUAGE BARRIER’s days are numbered. Pilot by Waverly Labs is a smart earpiece that translates languages as they are spoken. The company managed to raise $2,800,454 on Indiegogo and will…
When To Visit Sweden: 23 Stunning Pictures Of Swedish Winters And Summers
DID YOU KNOW, 69% of Sweden is covered in forests? And the country boasts over 95,700 lakes? Oh, and that its capital Stockholm’s inhabitants number 850,000? Sweden is full of all-year-round …
Watch: 7 gestures you’ll need to survive in Brazil
IF YOU HAPPEN TO BE IN BRAZIL for the Olympics, but also exploring the country, you’ve probably noticed: Brazilians use many hand gestures. Some of them just emphasize what they’re sayi…
Debunking Credit Card Myths: Does Applying for a Card Permanently Impact My Credit Score?
We devote a significant amount of time to talking about travel rewards credit cards here at TPG. By utilizing top sign-up bonuses and strategically swiping your cards for a variety of purchases, yo…
Do I Have to Book Directly with Southwest to Use the Companion Pass?
TPG reader Matt sent me a message on Facebook to ask about using a companion ticket on flights booked through a third party:You can get a lot of value out of companion tickets, but many of them com…
Do Hotels Charge Taxes and Fees on Cash + Points Awards?
TPG reader Jonathan sent me a message on Facebook to ask about booking hotel awards:One of the biggest advantages of redeeming points for hotel rooms is that you typically don’t pay taxes on …
Which Delta Platinum Choice Benefit Should I Select?
TPG reader Jason sent me a message on Facebook to ask about elite benefits:Choice Benefits are a fairly unique feature of the Delta SkyMiles program. Once you qualify for Platinum or Diamond Medall…
10 Wineries You Can Visit During a Long Layover
The eternal question of what to do during a long layover — or when you’re suddenly faced with a cancellation or unanticipated free time before a scheduled return flight — may just…
This New App Helps Doctors Deal With In-Flight Medical Emergencies
When you step onto an airplane, there are a few things you have little to no control over: turbulence, talkative seat-mates, whether or not your mixed nuts will be warmed and medical emergencies, j…