5 things you need to know about debit and credit card holds
If you've ever checked your credit card or bank account after a gas station purchase or during a hotel stay and noticed "pending" charges larger than what you've actually spent,…
Delta One private security unveiled at New York’s JFK
Last month, Delta Air Lines cut the ribbon on its second business-class-only lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). A beautiful but smaller, more food-and-beverage focused outpost, the new LAX…
Using Hertz elite perks and earning bonus miles with Capital One Venture X
No one likes waiting in line — for anything. And some of the worst lines can be those at airport rental car counters. These (frustratingly) always seem to appear after…
4 credit card excuses to stop telling yourself
According to the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (PDF link), 82% of U.S. citizens over 18 years old have at least one credit card. However, that still means almost 20%…
34 Maldives resorts you can book with points and miles
I've stayed at nine different Maldives resorts over the last four years. During these stays, I discovered that — more so than in any other destination I've visited — each…
Is the $100 property credit for select Hilton cardmembers worth using?
Hilton Honors offers several cobranded American Express cards. The Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card is a solid midlevel card, but I believe the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card…
Marriott breakfast guide for Platinum Elite and higher members
Some Marriott brands, such as SpringHill Suites and Residence Inn, offer complimentary breakfast to all guests as a brand amenity. For stays at most other Marriott brands, though, it's more…
This super-long world cruise is now a 4-month Pacific sailing
Would you like to spend more than 130 days exploring Asia, the Pacific and Alaska? Princess Cruises has switched up its previously announced world cruise itinerary to make the voyage…
Marriott just opened a new hotel in Salt Lake City’s historic train depot
Historic train stations are cool — but they're even better once converted into a trendy hotel where you can earn and use Marriott Bonvoy points, right?That's exactly what you'll find…
12 best things to do in Icy Strait Point and Hoonah, Alaska, on a cruise
Icy Strait Point will be your favorite cruise port in Alaska — or your least favorite.Why? You might love the densely forested setting of Chichagof Island, which has the world's…
