The morning of Feb. 11, 1986, was a new dawn for United Airlines. Overnight, the carrier went from offering just three flights across the Pacific Ocean to operating a full hub at Tokyo’s Narita Airport (NRT) and connecting the U.S. with at least six cities in Asia. That hub, which United bought from Pan Am…
I’m a tough critic when it comes to Italian restaurants as I was born Italian but grew up in the U.S. I’m the “heritage keeper” of the family, and a vital part of that responsibility is keeping the recipes and southern Italian cooking techniques alive in our kitchen. I make pasta with semolina I import…
The Hilton Honors American Express Business Card is a great pick for small-business owners loyal to Hilton. It offers complimentary Hilton Gold elite status and several business management tools for a moderate $195 annual fee (see rates and fees). Enrollment is required for select benefits; terms apply. This card’s benefits and the welcome offer can…
Amsterdam celebrates a milestone event in 2025: its 750th anniversary, which is officially on October 27 (the day the city was first mentioned in official records). However, a yearlong calendar of events promises plenty of options to join the fun whenever travelers are visiting, from small neighborhood gatherings to city-wide shindigs — like a nine-mile…
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is often hailed as the best starter card for travel rewards — the first card that beginners to points and miles should get. And with good reason. However, it’s not just a card for newbies. Even the more intermediate and advanced points and miles collectors often…
One appealing aspect of the Hilton Honors program is redeeming points for upgraded room types. Hilton premium room rewards mean you can secure the room type you want — or need — when booking. For example, if you want a room with a specific view, you can book it with points. Likewise, if you want…
Although some travelers like to redeem their points regardless of the redemption rate, many of us are interested in getting good value when redeeming our rewards. The value you’ll get from Hilton Honors redemptions will vary depending on how you redeem. For example, redeeming Hilton points for premium rooms or Amazon purchases often provides a…
As credit card annual fees continue to climb, it’s natural to start questioning how much value you’re getting from adding a new card to your wallet. This is especially true since multiple cards out there charge no annual fee. However, there can be solid reasons to pay an annual fee. Many popular rewards cards come…
No matter where you go in America’s 50th state, Hawaii offers a wide variety of topographies, accommodations, activities and experiences. Related: The best ways to get to Hawaii using points and miles Each Hawaiian island has its own distinctive vibe. Six major islands in Hawaii are open to visitors, including Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai…
Every year, the TPG Awards honor excellence in credit cards, loyalty programs and travel. Please click here to read more about our winner selection process and methodology for the 2024 TPG Awards. Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card overview The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is the issuer’s first foray into the…
