Editor’s note: Disney Cruise Line provided TPG with access to a three-night media preview sailing. The opinions expressed below are the author’s own and weren’t subject to review by the line. At a glance It’s a family-friendly ship with activities for kids and adults, both separately and together. Onboard spaces are themed to favorite Disney characters…
MSC World America will bring a new world of cruising to Florida’s shores when it makes its debut in April 2025, and we couldn’t be more excited. Designed for immersive and enriching experiences at sea, the ship is the first in MSC’s groundbreaking World Class to sail in the Caribbean, where it will offer seven-night…
I had to travel to South Africa for a work conference in October, and I was dreading the thought of spending 22 hours in economy to get there. The last time I flew such a long distance in coach was three years prior when I hopped aboard Qantas for the 17-hour trek from Dallas to…
As a traveler, I’m a proud member of team carry-on. Each time I fly, whether it be for a few days or a few weeks, I strive to fit everything into a carry-on bag. There are plenty of other people who prefer to check a bag, though. Whether you’re with me on team carry-on or…
Conrad Cabo might be what you called your spring break buddies back in the day, but soon it’ll be where you rally your friends for a luxe vacation in Mexico. Hilton just announced that Conrad Los Cabos is set to open in 2027, and the Baja resort already looks like one you can’t miss. Once…
Editor’s note: The Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London provided TPG with a complimentary two-night stay so that we could get an inside look at the hotel and its amenities. The opinions expressed below are entirely those of the author and weren’t subject to review by the hotel or any external entity. ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY If…
As someone who frequently shops for myself, I feel it is my duty to share what I find. Your in-house TPG shopper is back with her favorites in this curated holiday gift guide. This guide includes 30 of our top picks for travel tech, luggage, gear and more. Through personal and professional travels, the TPG…
With just weeks left in 2024, travelers are tallying their status-earning achievements to lock in benefits to enjoy in 2025. You may hope to earn elite status for the first time this year or you may be chasing a higher status tier. If you’re in that boat, you might plan to get there through organic…
American Airlines is once again going long from Pittsburgh. The Fort Worth-based carrier will add a new service from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) beginning on April 4, as first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by a carrier spokesperson. The airline will deploy a Boeing 737-800 on the…
Packing for a cruise is an art form, and everyone has their favorite cruise packing hacks. I’ve scoured the internet, talked to fellow cruisers and even been known to sneak peeks inside cabins with open doors, always looking for newer or better ways to pack and manage all the stuff we need to take with…