Is it worth paying extra for a balcony cabin? As someone who has written about cruising for more than two decades, I have heard that question a lot, and I know where I stand on it: Absolutely. You’ll almost always pay more for a balcony cabin on a ship than for a cabin that just … Read more
Those in prime locations throughout Canada and the northern U.S. may be in for a spectacular celestial show this week as a solar storm makes way for the most magical astrological phenomena there is: the northern lights. The legendary aurora borealis might be visible low on the horizon across northern U.S states, from Washington to … Read more
Despite the disappointment among Hyatt enthusiasts with this year’s category changes, there are several strategies you can use to make the most of World of Hyatt free night certificates. You can earn World of Hyatt free night certificates through the World of Hyatt Credit Card, Hyatt Brand Explorer promotion and Hyatt Milestone Rewards. This guide … Read more
Chase’s array of personal credit card products ranges from the ultra-premium Chase Sapphire Reserve to the “cash back” Chase Freedom Flex and Chase Freedom Unlimited cards, which don’t charge annual fees. With so many options, picking the right card can be difficult if you aren’t sure what you want. Thanks to Chase’s 5/24 rule (which … Read more
I spent a weekend with my family at the Great Wolf Lodge Maryland, and the entire time I couldn’t stop thinking, “This is like a cruise ship — on land.” One of our more recent family vacations had been a sailing on Carnival Cruise Line’s new Carnival Celebration cruise ship. Everywhere we went on the … Read more
To round out 2023 as a year of great bonus-earning opportunities, Chase Freedom (no longer available to new applicants) and Chase Freedom Flex℠ cardholders have another set of excellent bonus categories for Q4: PayPal, select charities and wholesale clubs. Those of us who have maxed out our bonus earnings with PayPal in past holiday seasons … Read more
Halloween is on the horizon, but if you are visiting a U.S. theme park anytime between now and All Hallows Eve, it’s already here. From Disney World to Legoland and many theme parks in between, characters are swapping their usual garb for spooky costumes. Jack-o’-lanterns are being placed in every available corner and, at a … Read more
There’s some great news for Amex cardmembers passing through the New York City area: The issuer will soon have a Centurion Lounge in all three of the region’s big airports. Though American Express already operates Centurion Lounge outposts in New York’s LaGuardia and JFK airports, Newark is currently missing one. Fortunately, that’ll be changing at … Read more
Quick take: Emirates A380 business class lives up to the hype, with an enjoyable experience and luxurious amenities from start to finish. Pros: It’s an excellent lounge in New York with a variety of Champagne choices that create a sense of occasion as well as a wide range of hot food. Eye-catching Bulgari amenity kits … Read more
Becoming a freelancer is the goal for many because you can work on your own terms and you’re not location-bound. There are lots of different freelancer job boards out there, but one of the best options is Upwork. In this post, I’m going to tell you how to make money on Upwork. I’ve personally been … Read more
