If you’ve ever watched someone realize their wallet is gone halfway through a European vacation (or if you’re me, you know the feeling firsthand), you know why anti-theft bags have become so popular. I’ve traveled to more than 65 countries, and while I’ve thankfully only been pickpocketed once (Berlin, if you’re curious), it was enough […]
Can You Book Rosewood on Points? Here’s Why We Don’t
Every time I post a luxury hotel, someone inevitably asks the same question: “Can I book this on points?” Sometimes for IHG, Hyatt, Marriott, and Hilton, the answer is yes. The better question, though, is whether you should. One thing I’ve noticed after years of collecting points is that many people become so focused on […]
Can You Book Four Seasons on Points? Yes, But I Wouldn’t – Here’s Why
As someone who books travel for hundreds of families per year, one of the questions I get is whether resorts like Four Seasons can be booked on points. The answer is technically yes, but it’s probably not the redemption you want to make. Unlike Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton, and IHG, Four Seasons doesn’t have a loyalty […]
The Amex Platinum Card: Why It’s Worth it
Right now, they’re offering a targeted welcome offer of up to 175,000 miles when you follow a referral link, which you can access here! The American Express Platinum Card, often heralded as the epitome of luxury in the credit card world, comes with a hefty annual fee of $895. This fee may seem huge, but […]
The 9 Best Suitcases with a Lifetime Warranty
There may be no better travel companion than a great suitcase. As a seasoned traveler, I’ve come to realize that there’s no point in buying luggage without a lifetime warranty. Inevitably, it’ll get damaged, end up in a landfill, and I’ll be shelling out for another suitcase, and on it goes. No longer, friends! Since […]