Last Updated: 12/4/2023 | December 4th, 2023 Backpacking Europe is a rite of passage. With a well-worn travel trail, a huge variety of amazing destinations, and tons of hostels, Europe is a fun, safe, and easy place to travel. It’s where I first started backpacking over 15 years ago, and I still make sure to…

Posted: 12/14/23 | December 14th, 2023 The Eternal City, Rome has a rich history stretching back millennia. Over the centuries, it’s been rebuilt and rebuilt (and then rebuilt again), creating layers and layers of history for the modern-day traveler to explore. Wandering through the city, it seems like every time you round a corner, you…

Posted: 12/14/23 | December 14th, 2023 Chicago is one of my favorite American cities. I love the striking architecture, sprawling green spaces, delicious food (don’t skip the deep dish pizza), and world-class museums. There’s a lot to do in this cosmopolitan city, no matter your budget or travel style. The same goes for choosing a…

Whether you’re a beginner to points and miles or a seasoned pro, it’s always a good idea to have at least one flat-rate earning credit card in your wallet. Beginners can use these cards as a great jumping-off point for earning rewards because there aren’t any bonus categories to worry about maximizing. In contrast, more…

Alaska Airlines is overhauling four major parts of its Mileage Plan loyalty program. The changes include simplifying how you earn status, introducing the ability to earn status from credit card spending, devaluing a key perk of becoming an MVP elite and revamping the benefits package you receive when you hit status and more. Overall, these…

The Ptown party doesn’t have to stop just because it’s winter. The popular Crown & Anchor resort — a hotel, dining and nightlife venue in Provincetown, Massachusetts — is heading to South Florida this weekend for the “Spread Queer Cheer” tour. The event, running from Thursday through Sunday, will feature more than a dozen Ptown-based…

From the Florida Keys to Amelia Island and Orlando to St. Pete Beach, when it comes to all-inclusive vacations, the Sunshine State delivers everything under the sun. While Florida may not have as many traditional all-inclusive resorts as international destinations like Mexico, there are packages, deals and experience resort credits that turn many of these…

For Dec. 13 only, United Airlines frequent flyers with a cobranded United credit card can save up to 35% off flights from the U.S. to two cities in Australia and two in New Zealand, starting at 35,000 United MileagePlus miles one-way. Though this deal is exclusively advertised for United cardholders, non-cardholders can book this deal…

Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card overview The Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card provides complimentary Sky Club access when flying on Delta, as well as the ability to earn elite status through spending on the card. It’s best suited for frequent flyers who want Delta-specific perks, including lounge access, a boost toward elite status…

The University of Alabama 100,000 points for the Feb. 17 basketball game against Texas A&M Two tickets, two club passes into the Club Room with food and drinks provided, a parking pass and a $50 gift card to the team store 225,000 points for the March 2 basketball game against Tennessee Two tickets, two club…