The benefits of elite status are popular with savvy travelers, but rental car elite status doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. Rental car status can pay off — it helped one former TPG staffer rent a $100,000 BMW 7 Series for $3 per day. Whether you’re planning a road
Out of Town Blog The Joy of Doing Nothing: Why Active Idleness Is the Secret to the Perfect French Holiday In a world obsessed with productivity, it’s easy to forget that doing “nothing” can be the most restorative thing of all — especially when that nothing involves basking in the
Out of Town Blog Should You Move Overseas for Work? The Pros and Cons of Becoming an Expat Australia regularly ranks high on the list of destinations people most want to move to for work from abroad. Becoming an Expat in Australia by Arvin Wiyono via Unsplash Considering its sunny
The hardest part of travel is deciding where to go. Do you want to spend time relaxing in the quiet of nature, soaking up sun on the beach or getting lost in a vibrant city full of life? Luckily, here in the U.S., some of our most exciting cities let
I recently had the chance to stay at the Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice, a gorgeous hotel located on the island of Giudecca in a restored flour mill building — and it’s a hotel you definitely want to have on your radar. SUMMER HULL/THE POINTS GUY My stay here was provided
American Express offers rewards credit cards with generous welcome bonuses and valuable benefits. While Amex doesn’t follow a defined policy like Chase’s 5/24 rule, it enforces strict application and lifetime bonus restrictions. Not only does American Express limit the number of cards you can have and how often you can
Out of Town Blog Metro Pacific Tollways retraces Cavite’s heroic trail Rich in history, faith, and culture, Cavite is among the most lively provinces south of the Capital city. In line with its goal to boost regional tourism, Biyaheng South, the tourism advocacy initiative of Metro Pacific Tollways South (MPT
Out of Town Blog Exploring the Philippines: A Travel Guide to Hidden Gems, Culture, and Coastal Escapes The Philippines, comprising over 7,641 islands, presents each with unique attractions—from pristine beaches and historic churches to vibrant traditions and diverse cuisines. Whether you’re an experienced traveler or just starting out, the Philippines
Out of Town Blog Rediscovering town life: How online screen printing revives local identity during your travels. When we think about traveling, especially the kind that takes us out of town, we think destination: beaches, mountains, hidden cafes, or that perfect photo shoot. However, traveling is not just a process
Chase Ultimate Rewards points make an excellent foundation for an award traveler’s portfolio. Like other transferable loyalty currencies, these points can be redeemed for highly valuable awards through airline and hotel transfer partners. As with any transferable points program, an essential aspect of using Chase Ultimate Rewards points is knowing
Loyal American Airlines passengers will now be able to use their AAdvantage miles for inflight purchases on all flights, expanding the option across the carrier’s entire network. The new policy, which went into effect Tuesday, will allow travelers to redeem AAdvantage miles for inflight purchases on all regional flights, American
Every car rental company has a “do not rent,” or DNR, list containing the names of former customers who are no longer allowed to rent vehicles with them. In fact, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise and others sometimes permanently ban even top-tier elite members in their loyalty program if they find the
