Take a Tour of Queen Elizabeth II’s London
Queen Elizabeth’s remarkable reign left an indelible mark on London—and left some older landmarks better of than they were before. Take a tour of the places that figured largest in her life.
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When to take the train instead of flying or driving
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Most people immediately think of driving or flying when thinking about their transportation choices, rather than taking a train. And it’s true the U.S. is far behind many other countries when it comes to train route options and frequency. However, on many routes, traveling by train can be an…
Hurricanes Earl and Kay disrupt cruises to Bermuda, Mexican Riviera
A growing Hurricane Earl is causing some significant changes to cruises to Bermuda this week as it barrels toward the island, even as another hurricane in the Pacific threatens to disrupt sailings along the Mexican Riviera. Cruise giant Carnival‘s 3,690-passenger Carnival Magic was forced to depart Bermuda late Wednesday — a day ahead of schedule — to get out…
Club Med pulls out of US market — for now
Club Med is saying goodbye to the U.S. until 2024. The brand parted ways with its popular all-inclusive location in Florida, the Sandpiper Bay in Port St. Lucie, on Sept. 5, the hotel group confirmed to TPG. Altitude International Holdings now owns the former Sandpiper Bay Resort and is continuing to operate the resort, honor existing bookings and take new…
Marriott Homes & Villas promotion: Earn 10,000 Marriott points with a 3-night stay
Homes & Villas by Marriott is a curated portfolio of rental properties around the world. There aren’t nearly as many homes to choose from as on a site like Airbnb — but the trade-off is that all homes must meet a certain standard to be listed on Marriott Homes & Villas. Marriot vets each property before posting it on…
Why you should have multiple credit cards
If you have a friend with more credit cards than there are days in a week, you might wonder why it would make sense to carry multiple credit cards. While you may not want to carry a binder containing dozens of credit cards, holding multiple credit cards can be a way to increase the rewards you earn, access a…
Maximizing points, miles and coverage with Apple’s new iPhone 14
Editor’s note: This story has been updated with new information. It’s that time of year again. Apple’s latest smartphone family, the iPhone 14 group, has officially been unveiled, and the new models will start hitting store shelves on Sept. 16. Pre-orders for the iPhone 14 begin on Friday, Sept. 9, just two days after the company’s “Far Out” special…
Why families are (again) betting on a trip to Las Vegas
You may think Las Vegas is the go-to destination for couples getaways and over-the-top bachelor and bachelorette parties. And, you’d be correct. However, for some, there can be much more to Vegas than just its adult-oriented scene. In fact, Sin City offers a surprising amount of amenities for families who want to make the trip to the city of…
Amex cardmembers can now round up purchases to donate to charity
American Express on Thursday launched a new program called Amex Round-Up, allowing cardholders to round up their purchases and donate to charity when paying with American Express credit cards. At present, this is a pilot program and not yet open to everyone with an Amex card. Let’s take a look at who can participate, how Amex Round-Up works and…
The Postcard Hotel Recognised as ‘Asia’s Leading Boutique Hotel Brand
Scaling new heights in offering unparalleled experiential luxury to discerning guests, The Postcard Hotel takes home multiple recognitions and leaves a mark yet again at this year’s World Travel Awards 2022, in a glittering ceremony last evening at Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.
