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Travel Tuesday: How Much is Airline Lounge Access Really Worth?

Since applying for the American Express Platinum card in late 2019, I've mentioned airport lounge life on this site with some frequency. Furthermore, if I'm being honest, the lounge access said Platinum card provided was a big factor in why my wife and I were interested in getting the card....
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Travel Tuesday: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place (Chicago) Hotel Review

For the past three years, my wife and I have been traveling to Chicago to cover C2E2. Before you ask, that stands for "Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo" and, while we have attended in 2020, 2021, and now 2022, the times of year have been very different, with the initial...
Wally's gas pumps

Travel Tuesday: Wally's — Is the Mega Gas Station Better than Buc-ee's?

A few months back, I shared my experience visiting a Buc-ee's for the first time when on a road trip to Florida. Well, this past weekend, my wife and I headed up to Chicago for C2E2. Along the way, we noticed a large gas station called Wally's, which seemed to...
Aeropress Go and cup

Travel Tuesday: Aeropress Go Travel Coffee Press Review

When my wife and I are traveling and working, one of the biggest considerations is how we're going to get our morning coffee. It's not even like we're big caffeine addicts or need our java to function, but coffee has become something we look forward to enjoying every morning as...
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Quikflip Hero Hoodie Review — A Clever Piece of Travel Apparel?

When packing for a trip, there are a few things I can’t leave home without. At the top of the list (among the numerous chargers and cables I need for my various devices these days), is a comfortable hoodie. Not only is this a must while flying or driving but...
MGM Grand sign

Travel Tuesday: MGM Grand King Room Review

It's time for another entry into my Las Vegas Content Bonanza™, which will close out the trio of hotels we stayed at on our most recent visit. Today, our travels will take us to an iconic hotel with one of the most recognizable names in Vegas: The MGM Grand. This...
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AAA Review: Is AAA Worth It in 2024?

When I turned 16 years old and got my driver’s license, one of the gifts my father gave me was a AAA (American Automobile Association) membership. In 2013, following a short lapse in membership, my wife and I decided that our road-tripping ways would make having AAA a smart idea....
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Travel Tuesday: Universal's Aventura Hotel Review

For as many theme parks as I've been to in my life, it's not very often that I actually get to stay on property at these resorts. So, while visiting Orlando back in October 2023, I decided to change that and book a stay at Universal's Aventura Hotel — located at...
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How You Can Save Even More with Pepper Rewards This Month

A mere few weeks ago, I discovered an app called Pepper Rewards — and I've been in love with it since. Simply put, the app allows you to buy digital gift cards from several brands and earn 5% back. While this 5% back can't be used for cash, it can...
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Allbirds Offering 30% Off Sale Ahead of Spring (Rainy) Season

One of my favorite shoe brands is having a sale. Currently, Allbirds is offering 30% off on a number of their shoes, including their water-resistant models. By using the code SPRING30 at check out, you can save 30% on "select styles" of shoes. Thankfully, "select styles" include both the Wool...