The best hotels in Las Vegas for a Sin City getaway
In Las Vegas, hotels and resorts are very much the stars of the show. There are more than 150,000 rooms in town — not to mention some of the most over-the-top hotel suites you can imagine. Whether you want a central location on the Las Vegas Strip, easy access to some of the best things […]
The Secret Mission to Spy on North Korea’s Leader
The Secret Mission to Spy on North Korea’s Leader The Secret Mission to Spy on North Korea’s Leader Published on September 5, 2025 | By Dave Philipps, Claire Hogan, Laura Salaberry, and Blake Kimmel In 2019, a covert operation took place that would forever change the dynamics of intelligence gathering in North Korea. A specialized […]
Best credit cards of September 2025: 4 top picks based on firsthand experience
When it comes to credit card options, we're living in an amazing age. Selection has never been better, with competitive options across a wide range of price points and reward types. Choosing the right credit card for your specific lifestyle and travel goals can make a huge difference in how many rewards you earn and […]
Celebrating 1 year of partnership: The coolest SLH hotels you can book with Hilton Honors points
You probably already know some of Hilton's most iconic luxury brands, like Conrad and Waldorf Astoria. But did you know that in 2024, Hilton partnered with Small Luxury Hotels of the World, a collection of some of the world's best independent hotels and resorts, to bring hundreds of properties into the Hilton Honors ecosystem? Now, […]
What We Saw at a Job Fair for ICE
Job Fair Insights for ICE Recruitment Understanding ICE Recruitment Amidst Increased Deportations As the landscape of immigration enforcement shifts under the Trump administration, recruitment efforts for the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have intensified. This blog explores insights gathered from a recent job fair aimed at attracting new applicants for ICE positions in Texas. […]
How I transitioned from cash-back rewards to my points and miles card strategy
My wallet has come a long way. I've always believed that credit cards are a gateway to smart spending, eventually leading to top-tier rewards. But when I was just getting started, I couldn't simply apply for a premium card like The Platinum Card® from American Express. I needed to start with an option better suited […]
Best ways to use Amex Membership Rewards points, from business class flights to Europe to budget friendly hotel stays
It's no secret that American Express Membership Rewards points are one of our favorite credit card reward currencies. TPG's August 2025 valuations value Membership Rewards points at 2 cents per point. However, leveraging the right transfer partners makes it easy to get even more value out of your points. And with American Express having 17 […]
A Father Took His Daughters to School. Then Came the Gunshots.
Deal alert: Points and miles travel deals for August 2025
From bonus points on your next hotel stay to generous sales on airline miles, we're always looking for travel deals that help you earn more points and miles and redeem them for maximum value. In other words, we want to help you book the vacation of your dreams. This week, we found first-class tickets to […]
Blair joins White House meeting with Trump on post-war Gaza
The talks come as Israel prepares to seize Gaza City as a step towards full control of the territory.