When a credit card’s annual fee is over $600, many people raise an eyebrow and question whether its benefits make that fee worth paying. That’s certainly the case with the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card — the most premium card in the Marriott credit card family. This card has a suite of impressive benefits,…

Every year, Hyatt breaks our little hearts when it announces which hotels are changing award categories because it means that some of our favorite properties will cost more World of Hyatt points. (In Hyatt’s defense, some properties go down, too.) In February, we found out that 118 Hyatt hotels are shifting up in category, and…

Rewards credit cards are a great way to earn valuable reward currency for expenses you already make on the regular. They also make travel more comfortable thanks to transferable points and miles. Earlier in my credit card journey, I initially thought I had to be tied to one particular airline or hotel loyalty program to…

For the first time since 2020, the Avianca lounge at Miami International Airport (MIA) has reopened its doors. Except now, it’s a joint venture with TAP Air Portugal — the first of its kind. After being closed for four years, the space underwent a renovation from October 2024 to March 2025. It officially opens Friday,…

London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) closed early Friday due to a fire at a nearby electrical substation, and it could be some time before it re-opens to passengers. According to the airport’s latest update, Heathrow will remain closed until at least midnight on Friday night while power is restored to the terminals. That means all arriving…

Quick take: The new Aria Suites are taking Cathay Pacific’s already stellar business class to the next level. Pros The new seats offer up-to-the-minute tech. Luxurious amenities include Bamford bedding and skin care products. Inflight menus offer plenty of delicious Asian and Western options. Cons Only a few planes feature the new Aria Suites at…

You might have heard about avid cruiser Jenny Phenix. She’s the 68-year-old Floridian who joined a three-year, round-the-world maritime adventure but got booted from the ship before it even set sail. Her offense? She publicly complained about her frustration with the cruise line and its failure to deliver on its promises. People were shocked at…

No flights will arrive or depart at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) after the U.K. hub was forced to close following a fire at a nearby electrical substation. The airport will be closed on Friday until at least midnight while power is restored and contingency plans are implemented. “Heathrow is experiencing a significant power outage across…

When you share your points and miles redemptions with your friends and family, they’ll likely ask for your advice on which credit card they should get next. If they take your advice, you may be able to benefit by sending them your referral link and earning a bonus. But what if your friend or family…