Redeeming points for free hotel stays is a great way to save money on your travels. But even better is maximizing your redemptions to get an award night for no additional points. It sounds too good to be true, but it’s not. Several major hotel chains offer the opportunity to pick up the fourth or…

The Standard, Singapore provided TPG with a complimentary two-night stay so that we could get an inside look at the property. The opinions expressed below are entirely those of the author and weren’t subject to review by the hotel or any external entity. What comes to mind when you think of Singapore? Perhaps a diverse…

From requests for more coffee to inquiries about Wi-Fi access, flight attendants field all kinds of questions during their flights. One question most flight attendants never hear is, “How did you magically travel from the front of the plane to the back of the plane so quickly?” Brenda and Glenda Key, however, have heard this…

There is a sweet deal out there right now for Walmart+ subscribers, which will include many TPG readers since the monthly membership fee is refunded as a statement credit as a perk of holding The Platinum Card® from American Express. You can earn $15 in Lyft credits and another $15 in Walmart Cash just for…

As 2024 winds down, we’re looking ahead to changes coming to the travel world in 2025. From new hotels and airline routes to premium credit cards and swanky airport lounges, here are 11 things we’re looking forward to next year. Related: Points and miles tasks to complete by the end of the year Points on…

It’s never fun when your luggage fails to arrive at your destination at the same time as you. Unfortunately, that happens to thousands of travelers each day. More than 270,000 checked bags were mishandled (meaning lost or delayed) in the U.S. in August 2024, according to a recent report from the U.S. Department of Transportation….

As we close out the year, it’s time for our annual predictions on what to expect from credit cards and rewards in 2025. On the radar? Banks aggressively courting premium credit card holders, exciting card launches and new redemption opportunities — amid a turbulent legislative environment. Let’s dive into 10 trends to expect from your…

As 2025 approaches, more than a few changes will impact international and domestic travel, particularly those related to entry requirements and tourist taxes. To keep you up to speed and ensure that your travels in 2025 go smoothly, we’ve rounded up some of the biggest changes below. Here’s what you can expect as we roll…