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Bedbugs infiltrating Paris: What it’s like dealing with an infestation

​  Editor’s note: This story has been recently updated. Bedbugs have once again made the news. This time, according to reports, they are afflicting Paris as the French capital prepares to ramp up and host the 2024 Summer Olympics. Social media footage has gone viral capturing bedbugs in Airbnbs, on public transportation and at a […]

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Europe awards starting at 11,250 miles: This month’s Flying Blue Promo Rewards

​  Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. When booking discounted travel, numerous opportunities are available, ranging from paid ticket sales to redemption promotions. However, one of the most reliable deals is the monthly Promo Rewards offered by Air France-KLM Flying Blue. These exclusive discounts are on the Flying Blue

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How to redeem Aeroplan points for maximum value

​  Air Canada’s loyalty program, Aeroplan, is a favorite among award travelers, and for good reason. It’s easy to earn Aeroplan points, and the redemption rates are great, with plenty of sweet spots. The program was independently run for several years, but that all changed in 2020 when Air Canada retook the reins and launched

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Enjoy a ‘Highest Cash Back Guarantee’ with this online shopping portal

​  If you aren’t earning points or extra cash back on your online purchases, you’re likely leaving serious rewards on the table. Thankfully, it’s as simple as a couple of extra clicks before you buy your next lawnmower at homedepot.com, jeans from gap.com or decorative dish towels and must-have home goods from target.com. And with

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How the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program could help you on your next trip abroad

​  Editor’s note: This post has been updated. Though careful planning and common sense are two of the best ways to stay safe when traveling, security situations can rapidly change in foreign countries. That’s why the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs has created the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program to help keep you up-to-date on

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Starts today: Earn up to 21,000 bonus points on Hyatt stays this fall

​  Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. Thanks to Hyatt‘s newest Bonus Journeys promotion, World of Hyatt members can earn 3,000 bonus points for every three eligible nights on select stays at more than 1,250 Hyatt hotels and resorts from Oct. 6 to Nov. 30. Plus, World of

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These promotions will make your next hotel stay more rewarding

​  Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. In 2020 and 2021, many major hotel companies offered some of their most generous promotions. That’s how some TPG staffers achieved top-tier Hyatt Globalist with just 10 nights. But those days are far behind us. Overall, hotel promotions aren’t quite as

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The 10 best places to visit in December

​  In December, the world transforms. The Northern Hemisphere sees winter’s touch with snow and chill, while the Southern Hemisphere basks in summer’s warmth. Travelers can choose anything from snow-capped landscapes ideal for winter sports to sunlit beaches for relaxation. As the year-end approaches, many places come alive with holiday preparations, each offering unique cultural

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Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Capital One Venture Rewards: Which $95 card should you get?

​  Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Shelling out hundreds of dollars in annual fees for premium credit cards is not for everyone, especially when you’re new to the points and miles world. Fortunately, plenty of travel credit cards will set you back less than $100 a year

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Overlanding Upgrades

  Why has overlanding boomed in the past few years? Simple: There’s no better way to explore America’s vast public lands. You can cover lots of ground, camp in remote sites with unmatched solitude, pack plenty of supplies to sleep and eat well, and the whole experience is accessible to anyone with a high-clearance, four-wheel-drive

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