Banyan Tree poised to open brand’s first hotel in Japan

Whether you’re new to cruising or someone who’s sailed tons of times but hates the prep, packing for a cruise can be a daunting task. There are standard items — including duct tape — that should be a part of any solid cruise packing list. But what if you want to drill down even further…

There are two primary ways to book “free” stays at Marriott properties worldwide: You can redeem Marriott Bonvoy points, and you can use free night awards. The latter are earned from activities like renewing your Marriott credit card membership each year or meeting an annual spending threshold. The Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card and…

Many consumers start building their credit by opening credit cards that do not charge annual fees. This is an inexpensive way to start building your credit history and start earning rewards without having to pay for an expensive card year after year. As time passes, some folks may ditch that no-annual-fee card in favor of…

Maine’s breathtaking coastline is unlike any other. It’s only about 280 miles from the New Hampshire border to the New Brunswick, Canada, border if you follow the region’s principal road, U.S. Route 1 (along with state Route 189 for the final stretch). However, this jagged shoreline is anything but a straight shot. And if you…

At TPG, one of our main missions is to teach our readers how to use points and miles to secure dream trips they otherwise wouldn’t have been able to afford. Often, we don’t hear about the trips that our readers end up taking, but every now and again, we’re gifted with tales of special experiences….

Call it a new era for Princess Cruises. The California-based line’s new ship, Sun Princess, is its biggest ever by far. But it’s not just size that sets it apart. As I am seeing this week during an early look at the still-not-quite-finished, 4,300-passenger vessel, its design marks a turn for the line as it…