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When I tell people that I pay $895 per year (see rates and fees) for my American Express Platinum Card®, I’m usually met with confusion at how I could possibly justify that price tag. I love being able to respond by saying that I actually profit off of this card in terms of value each … Read more

For years now, Jackson Hole has loomed large in my mind as the epitome of a true western mountain town. There’s unbeatable skiing, both inbound and backcountry; authentic saloons around every corner; proximity to not one but two massive, wildlife-filled national parks. I’ve always been romanced by the idea of the Tetons with their jagged … Read more

Taking red-eye flights is a reality of intercontinental travel. After all, the vast majority of flights from the U.S. to Europe take off late in the day, fly through the night and land the next morning across the Atlantic. You’re also likely to spend the night on a plane if you’re headed deep into South … Read more

If you have a premium Chase credit card in your wallet, every so often, it makes sense to think about things like: Is the annual fee worth paying? Are you actually using the card’s benefits? Does the card still fit your spending and travel? If you answer no to any of the questions above, you … Read more

I was worried that the “Miracle on the Hudson Experience” at the Sullenberger Aviation Museum would be a Disney-like ride, akin to flight-theater attractions that simulate flying over a city. To my relief, that’s not what the museum experience was about. “Miracle on the Hudson” refers to the Jan. 15, 2009, incident in which US … Read more

For most people, booking the right hotel stay comes down to a few simple factors: price, location and amenities. “Oh, this one includes free breakfast,” one might say to themselves, and voila, it’s booked. For some communities, it’s not so simple. Until my father started traveling again after having his leg amputated, I never understood … Read more