It’s hard to top Barcelona, Spain’s most cosmopolitan and fun city. I love the place, but I’m not alone. Every year, nearly 10 million visitors swoop into town, rambling the Ramblas, touring hidden corners of the Old City, and marveling at playful Modernista architecture. Several tempting day trips from Barcelona offer a change of scene —…
If you’ve spent any time around TPG, you know that the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card is one of our most beloved cards. We often recommend it as a great travel rewards card for beginners and travel rewards veterans alike for its solid earning potential, excellent point redemption options and relatively low annual fee. We love the card so much…
My ancestors came from Norway, so I’m partial to that corner of Europe. But even if you’re not from Viking stock, don’t miss the fjords. From Oslo, northern Europe’s most scenic train takes you up and over the country’s mountainous spine and into the land of shiplap dreams. The tourist board calls it “Norway in a…
Embarking on a family road trip is an exciting adventure, and Southern California offers a plethora of captivating destinations for every member of the family to enjoy. From stunning beaches and vibrant cities to awe-inspiring natural wonders, this region has it all. To help you plan an unforgettable journey, we have compiled a list of…
Warsaw, the capital of Poland, doesn’t appear at the top of many European travelers’ wish lists. But that’s just one reason you may want to visit. With evocative sights, an epic history, and low prices, Warsaw is a diamond in the rough. Warsaw has almost none of the cobbled medieval charm that makes Kraków inviting. And if you’re…
The importance of packing light cannot be overemphasized, but, for your good, I’ll try. You’ll never meet a traveler who, after five trips, brags: “Every year I pack heavier.” You can’t travel heavy, happy, and cheap. Pick two. One Bag, That’s It My self-imposed limit is 20 pounds in a 9″ × 21″ × 14″…
One of the great allures of cruising is that a lot is included in the fare. Those $499-a-week rates that you see advertised include not just a room on a ship but also meals and entertainment. The ship also acts as your transportation — it gets you from place to place at no extra cost….
Cruise vacations provide an all-inclusive experience where you can relax, indulge, and explore the high seas. However, it’s essential to navigate the world of extra charges wisely to avoid overspending and ensure a budget-friendly voyage. In this article, we’ll delve into the cruise ship extras that are truly worth the cost, as well as those…
The Marriott Bonvoy program has gone through some fundamental changes as of late, but Bonvoy points still have value when redeemed for hotel stays and even airline tickets. But how do you actually put them to use while maximizing their potential value? In this article, we’ll dive deep and show you all the different ways…
Star Alliance’s 26 member airlines connect passengers to 1,300 destinations on around 20,000 daily flights. If you hold miles in a Star Alliance program like United Airlines MileagePlus or Air Canada Aeroplan, you can use your miles to fly on any of the Star Alliance carriers, assuming there’s award space. And if you have transferable points from a credit card, you may be…
