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Travel Tuesday: Planning a Vacation Using Credit Card Benefits
A few weeks ago, I decided it was high time that my wife and I take at least a short vacation. So, doing things I bit backward, I selected some dates and then wrote down some possible destinations. Where did we choose to go? Northwest Arkansas. That choice came down to a few factors. For...
airplane flying above the clouds
Travel Tuesday: This Report Says the Best Airline is... Spirit?
Those who travel often probably have a favorite airline. This loyalty could be due to what available flights a carrier offers from their home airport, lounge locations, frequent flyer program perks, or other amenities offered. But, what domestic carrier is objectively the best... and how would one go about measuring that? Well, the folks at...
entrance to Deta SkyClub ATL
Travel Tuesday: Delta's Newest Sky Club in Atlanta Has Arrived
Delta has debuted its latest Sky Club location at its hometown hub β€” which also happens to be the busiest airport in the world: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta. This week, the airline shared a first look at its new Concourse D lounge. While this is now the eighth Sky Club at ATL, there were previously nine, with...
MGM Rewards Cards
Travel Tuesday: MGM Rewards is Adding New Perks for Members
For the past several years, the Las Vegas Strip has been dominated by two major players: Caesars and MGM. Sure, new properties not owned by either behemoth β€” such as Resorts World and Fontainebleau β€” have come to town and other properties including TI, Wynn, and more still exist... but, it's pretty much a duopoly....
beautiful beach sunset with WeatherPromise Vacation app
Travel Tuesday: JetBlue Vacations Now Lets You Hedge Against a Rainy Trip
In past articles, I've talked about how I tend to purchase and pack items that will assist me in the event that rain occurs during my trip. For example, I'm always sure to bring my water-resistant Allbirds Mizzles hightops to ensure I have dry feet and have eyed the Quikflip Dryflip for similar comfort reasons....
entry to airport lounge in Las Vegas Airport
Travel Tuesday: Airport Lounge Wars are Heating Up in Las Vegas
In recent years, airport lounges have seemingly exploded in popularity. Of course, that boom corresponds to an increase in attainability. That is to say that, these days, there are plenty of premium credit cards that include some level of lounge access as a perk. Moreover, a few of these card issuers are building lounge locations...
king bed at Park MGM Las Vegas
Travel Tuesday: Park MGM Las Vegas King Room Hotel Review
Over the past few years, I've written a few times about my stays at Park MGM. While that statement is technically true, I've actually stayed at NoMad β€” the boutique hotel that occupies the top four floors of the building (and is set for a rebrand soon, by the way). In turn, despite my numerous...
view inside a luxury suite in The Palazzo at The Venetian
Travel Tuesday: The Palazzo at The Venetian Hotel Review (Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts)
It was sometime in October when I realized that I had yet to redeem the annual $200 Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts credit that comes on my American Express Platinum Card. Since this credit is based on a calendar year, I would need to act relatively fast if I wanted to make use of it....
Alaska Airlines Bag Tag device
Travel Tuesday: Alaska Airlines' Interesting and Gimmicky Piece of Travel Tech
For those tired of waiting in line to print off bag tags at the airport, Alaska Airlines has introduced a new solution. Recently, the airline started selling its electronic permanent bag tags to the general public. So what are these things all about β€” and will I be picking one up for myself? I first...
illustration of how to donate travel rewards to charities
Travel Tuesday: Donating Your Travel Currency on Giving Tuesday
Lest you think we're done with the retail holidays, today marks another β€” albeit quite different β€” one: Giving Tuesday. For those unaware, this is the day that emphasizes charitable donations over retail purchases. Actually, in addition to Giving Tuesday, today has also become known as Travel Tuesday (no relation to this column). Notably, while...
Shake Shack burger on a Delta plane
Travel Tuesday: Delta is Bringing Shake Shack Burgers to the Sky
Once upon a time, when you flew anywhere of reasonable distance, you'd be served a meal onboard. And while this wasn't always the best food (see: stand-up comedy bits from the 80s and 90s), it was included with your ticket. Of course, those days are long gone β€”Β unless, of course, you're flying in first class....
new W Las Vegas structure
Travel Tuesday: Delano at Mandalay Bay to Become W Las Vegas
A Vegas property is changing brands... again. This week, MGM Resorts and Marriott announced that the W Las Vegas would be debuting later this year. The hotel will occupy what is currently the Delano tower at Mandalay Bay. This update comes as MGM and Marriott continue to expand their partnership. First announced in July of...
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A few months ago, I came across an ad on Instagram that said I could get free Starbucks each week just for 1) being a homeowner and 2) having good credit. Naturally, I was skeptical. In fact, although I started to fill out the information needed to get this deal, I put it aside for...
PupRing Review: Is it Legit? Worth It?
Since my wife and I got our dog Rigby, we've slowly but surely come to fit every stereotype of a modern pet owner. Yes, 90% of the photos on my phone are of her. My wife and I constantly send each other videos of dogs that remind us of Rigby. And somehow our dog spends...
Apple Card is Adding an Uber Perk (While Losing Another Benefit)
For months, Apple Card customers and observers have been waiting for updates on the card's future. After all, reports that the tech company and Goldman Sachs have been looking to end their partnership have been swirling for some time. Plus, if/when the product does change hands, it's expected that some major adjustments to its offerings...
Travel Tuesday: Planning a Vacation Using Credit Card Benefits
A few weeks ago, I decided it was high time that my wife and I take at least a short vacation. So, doing things I bit backward, I selected some dates and then wrote down some possible destinations. Where did we choose to go? Northwest Arkansas. That choice came down to a few factors. For...