Bilt Rent Day (May 1): Up to 100% Southwest Airlines transfer bonus and more
Bilt added the Southwest Rapid Rewards program as its 19th transfer partner, and it isn’t wasting any time in celebrating that addition with a Rent Day that offers up to a 100% transfer bonus from Bilt Rewards to the Southwest Rapid Rewards program. For one day (May 1), Bilt members can transfer points to Southwest […]
Where I Find the Best Travel Deals in 2025
Finding the best travel deals is a matter of timing. A lot of people think travel is just expensive, but in reality, there are incredible deals happening all the time. They often don’t last too long, and you have to act quickly. That can sometimes be a problem when a deal requires jumping on a […]
Amex Business Gold vs. Amex Business Platinum: Credit card showdown
In the American Express lineup of small-business cards, the American Express® Business Gold Card and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express are two popular offerings. But just like their consumer counterparts, these two cards are each geared toward cardholders with different goals and needs. Let’s review these cards to see how the refreshed Amex […]
Why You Have More Time to Travel Than You Think
Time. There just never seems to be enough of it. It always seems to move too fast (and, every year, it seems to just move faster). Time is something people always tell me they don’t have enough of and is one of the main reasons why they don’t travel as much as they would like. […]
Prime Visa current welcome offer
If you’re someone who orders pretty much everything from Amazon, you may consider joining the ranks of TPGers who have and love the Prime Visa (see rates and fees). The Prime Visa is Amazon’s flagship credit card from Chase that is beloved by TPG staffers and readers alike thanks to its unmatched cash-back earnings on […]
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Pompeii (Updated 2025)
When I was growing up, I wanted to be an archeologist. I loved history (and still do), and the thought of uncovering temples and tombs in jungles excited me. I used to read books on Greek and Roman history and have discussions with my history teacher, even as young as 13. In short, I was […]
You can use your Global Entry card as a Real ID
The Real ID Act will go into effect May 7. After that date, American travelers will need an ID that complies with the Real ID requirements in order to pass through U.S. airport security checkpoints — even for domestic flights. This change aims to set clearer standards for government-issued photo IDs. The law established a […]
Become a Master Traveler in 2025
Most people aren’t born savvy travelers. It’s something that only comes with on-the-road experience. Travel savviness is a process born of missed buses, foolish behavior, cultural unawareness, and countless tiny errors. Then, one day, you begin to seamlessly move through airports and integrate yourself into new cultures like a fish to water. In the beginning, […]
The best credit cards to use for United flights
You’re about to buy a flight, and you have a credit card with that airline’s name stamped on the front. That’s the best card to use for this purchase, right? Or, would you be better served if you used some other credit card? You have options for earning extra points and miles when you pay. […]
My Daily Drop Pro Review
I’m a big fan of Daily Drop. It’s a points, miles, travel, and credit card newsletter created by my friends, Kara and Nate (they run a big YouTube channel of the same name). Daily Drop keeps you informed about the latest news and information around points & miles, as well as updates across the airline […]