Panama. Panamahahaha. Panama (City)
The sail into Panama City involves navigating through dozens of ships laid up and waiting their turn to pass through the Panama Canal. It’s quite strange to see so many…
Major game changer: Rove Miles adds Lufthansa as a transfer partner — why it matters
Rove Miles, the new credit card-free rewards program that lets you earn points on hotels, flights and shopping, has added Lufthansa’s Miles & More loyalty program as its newest transfer…
Deal alert: Chase cardholders can save up to 50% on top luggage brands like Tumi
We absolutely love a shopping portal here at TPG. Online shopping portals provide easy ways to find deals and earn or redeem bonus points, miles or cash back on purchases…
BREAKING: Thousands of flight cancellations to begin Friday if shutdown continues
The government shutdown is about to affect air travel in a big way. Starting Friday, airlines will have to cancel thousands of flights per day if Congress can’t reach an…
How to maximize the statement credits on Hilton’s cobranded credit cards
Statement credits are one of the easiest ways to offset an annual fee — and Hilton Honors American Express cardmembers have more ways to trigger them than you might think.…
Act fast: Fly to Hawaii from 7,500 miles with new Alaska Air award sale
Hot on the heels of a big Global Getaways sale, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines dropped another great offer. This time, it’s aimed squarely at Atmos Rewards plan members (formerly…
A Punt on Puntarenas
The day begins with a healthy shove from a Costa Rican tug, pushing us into dock at Puntarenas. The pier is well situated, providing direct access to the town beyond.…
Pretty(ish) Puerto Quetzal
The sail into Puerto Quetzal involves an almost complete 360º loop to clear the sea wall and access the pier at the cruise terminal. This also involved navigating through a…
Choice Privileges announces positive changes to its loyalty program
The Choice Privileges hotel loyalty program just announced some positive changes that will take effect starting in early 2026. Details are thin for some of these changes, but here’s what…
Delta unveils stylish new uniforms with Missoni accessories, a nod to classic looks and a return of the ‘wrap dress’
Delta Air Lines has unveiled all-new uniforms that it will soon deploy for its flight attendants, gate agents, lounge workers and ground staff, and TPG was there as the airline…