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I just got back from Switzerland, where I spent 3 nights at the Park Hyatt Zürich. The original plan for this European trip was to only go to Germany. However, when I saw that the Park Hyatt Zürich had 3…

Carlsbad Caverns National Park stretches over 46,766 acres of land, including deserts, caves, and forests. This national park is in southeastern New Mexico and part of the Guadalupe Mountains. Each year, nearly half a million visitors come to this national…

Part of planning for your next vacation should include asking yourself, “What if something goes wrong?” Your answer to that question likely includes shopping for travel insurance. Choosing the right policy can reduce your out-of-pocket expenses if you have delays,…

When you use your credit card, you generally don’t need a PIN (personal identification number) to make a purchase. But there are a few instances where you might need a PIN for your credit card, such as getting a cash…

Located 10 miles south of downtown Baltimore and 30 miles north of Washington, D.C., Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is a popular choice for travelers from both cities. However, the airport is pretty barren when it comes to lounge…

I stayed at the Great Wolf Lodge Grapevine in the Dallas, Texas, area with my family of 5 for 2 nights in May 2023. We visited with another family and packed a lot of fun into 3 short days at…

American Express is well-known for its premium card products and benefits, with many thinking the brand is just for those interested in luxury and travel. But did you know that Amex has many tiers or levels of cards? The bank…

Wellness retreats are an easy way to enjoy a vacation while also taking the time to focus on your well-being. Whether it be a spa break, a yoga retreat, or a luxury wellness resort, a wellness retreat allows you to…

A derogatory mark on your credit report can make getting approved for new credit challenging. From late payments to bankruptcies, derogatory marks may stay on your credit for up to 7 years — or sometimes 10 years for certain types…

Airline: Qatar AirwaysAircraft: Boeing 777-200LRFlight #: QR731Route: Doha (DOH) to Dallas Ft. Worth (DFW)Date: May 1, 2023Duration: 16hr 5minCabin and Layout: Economy class, 3-4-3Seat: 22HCost: $2,665 (for round-trip airfare Doha (DOH) to Asheville (AVL) via Dallas Ft. Worth (DFW)) While I often fly Qatar Airways from my home…

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is one of the fastest-growing airports in the United States, with annual passenger traffic of around 21 million. However, it may come as a surprise that AUS only has 3 full-fledged lounges (with 1 more operating…

Wind Cave is one of the world’s oldest caves, creating a mazelike underground chamber system. Each year, over a million visitors come to explore Wind Cave National Park. It is teeming with wildlife, has many miles of scenic roads, and…

“Are you sure we’re in the right place?” I asked the Uber driver when he stopped. “This is the address,” he said. A nondescript building with no visible signage on a tree-lined residential street didn’t seem like the right spot…

Delta and American Express have had a long-standing relationship that’s proven fruitful for both companies. The 2 have collaborated to provide an almost overwhelming number of co-branded credit cards for consumers to choose from, and selecting the right one for…

From NYC to upstate, there’s plenty to see in New York, but did you know the state’s beaches also deserve a spot on your travel bucket list? With miles of coastline and a plethora of inland lakes to its name,…

Gazing out over the Mediterranean, exploring medieval villages and castles, strolling regal gardens, and practicing your high-school French, German, Italian, or Spanish … these are all things that you probably envision when thinking about your next European vacation. But perhaps…

Breeze Airways is a low-cost carrier that offers flexible fares, with or without luggage included, allowing passengers to keep costs low when traveling light. For passengers that require carry-on and checked luggage, the airline’s fare bundles offer good value for…

While Qatar Airways’ Al Mourjan Business Lounge and Al Safwa First Lounge garner a lot of attention from transit passengers at Doha’s Hamad International Airport (DOH), not all of us fly premium classes or have the status to gain entry to these…

When it comes to breastfeeding an infant when you’re away from home, there have been, until recently, few options for privacy. While a restroom or scarf to cover your baby (and yourself) while nursing works in a pinch, it’s not…

I attended a Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) “ownership” presentation in Las Vegas in May 2023. As a travel and finance nerd, it was honestly pretty fun, and I found it more fascinating than the awkward, high-pressure sales meeting I was…

Hilton has a strong presence in Reykjavik, the relatively small capital city of Iceland, and I’ve had the pleasure of staying at 2 of the 4 Hilton properties there. My favorite time to visit Iceland is the first part of…