How to use credit cards responsibly
Credit cards are powerful financial tools. Used responsibly, they can offer you valuable rewards and benefits and, of course, a secure and convenient method of payment. But what does “use responsibly” actually mean? Here are our top tips on how to avoid making mistakes with your credit cards. Pay your bills on time and in […]
Buy bonus points and miles with these February promotions
Loyalty programs are huge moneymakers for airlines and hotel companies because they support many revenue streams. One of these revenue streams is selling airline miles and hotel points directly to travelers. Programs can get an immediate cash injection by selling points and miles as travelers prepay for future travel. However, as a traveler, keep in […]
13 things you should do before every cruise
You’ve booked your cruise. You’ve booked your flights. You’ve booked your pre- and post-cruise hotels. Now, it’s just a matter of counting the days until your on-the-water adventure begins, right? Well, not quite. There are many (mostly) little things you still need to do before you begin your journey to the pier to board your […]
No kids allowed: California’s Alila Marea is now an adults-only resort
The popular Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas near San Diego is saying goodbye to guests under 18. As of Feb. 14, the resort is officially an adults-only property. The 130-room Alila property in Encinitas, California, decided to shift to an adults-only environment to “further elevate the serene ambience of this oceanfront enclave,” the property shared […]
30% off award flights to Europe on TAP Air Portugal
TAP Air Portugal is offering 30% off award bookings from the U.S. to Portugal and elsewhere in Europe. Round-trip travel starts at 40,600 Miles&Go miles to select destinations, including Lisbon, Portugal; Madrid; Rome; Paris; and London. This deal is available to book through Feb. 24 for travel by March 31. Deal basics TAP AIR PORTUGAL […]
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa review
The Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa is one of two Category 7 World of Hyatt properties in the Maldives. This resort opened as an Alila in 2009 and reflagged to Park Hyatt in 2011. Now, the 51-key resort calls itself the “Living Island” and caters to travelers looking to get away to a remote island while […]
JetBlue becomes Capital One transfer partner
There’s good news for travelers with Capital One miles: The program has re-added JetBlue TrueBlue as a transfer partner. Capital One first added JetBlue to its roster of 15-plus transfer partners in 2019, but it dropped it in 2021. Now, JetBlue is back, opening up new possibilities for Capital One cardholders to redeem their hard-earned […]
What Makes A Good Website: 10 Must-Have Features
When you’re getting your business up and running online, it can be challenging to figure out what makes a good website. Now, more than ever, it’s essential to have a website that showcases everything your business is about, even if you have a brick-and-mortar store. Since I began freelancing, I’ve created numerous websites, but the […]
Credit card benefits that reset on the account anniversary
Like airline and hotel elite status, many benefits of travel rewards credit cards are based on the calendar year. However, many credit cards offer statement credits and other perks that are timed to the account anniversary (and payment of the annual fee) rather than the calendar year — and it’s important to know the distinction. […]
The 5 Best Cities with Lightning-Fast Internet for Digital Nomads
I’ve been a digital nomad for the last three years and have worked in many places around the world. Some were excellent, others… not so much. I’m happy to share with you five of my favorite cities for remote working. Having fast and reliable internet is one of the most critical things to consider when […]