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  • Museums

    We Stepped Off the Train Into NYC’s Most Famous Closed Subway Station

    by joeheg January 21, 2026
    by joeheg January 21, 2026

    Opened in 1904 as the original southern terminus of New York City’s first subway line, the Old City Hall station was designed as a showpiece—not just a place to catch …

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  • Points & Miles

    So You’ve Booked Your Dream Award Ticket — Now What?

    by joeheg January 21, 2026
    by joeheg January 21, 2026

    You’ve been working toward your dream trip for as long as you can remember. You set a goal, diligently saved your points or miles, and finally booked that coveted award …

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  • Airlines

    What Does It Mean When A Plane Is ETOPS Certified

    by joeheg January 20, 2026
    by joeheg January 20, 2026

    Sitting in my window seat on a Southwest 737 MAX8, preparing for the short flight from Atlanta to Orlando, I snapped a quick picture of the plane at the gate …

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  • Hotels

    Hilton’s “NEW” Points Unlimited Promo for 2026 Is… Not New

    by joeheg January 19, 2026
    by joeheg January 19, 2026

    Hilton Honors is back with its first promotion of 2026, and—credit where it’s due—they dusted off an older name instead of cycling through the same two titles they’ve been alternating …

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    American Express Gold Card Review: Great for Groceries & Dining (If You Use the Credits)

    by joeheg January 19, 2026
    by joeheg January 19, 2026

    American Express offers several charge cards, each with unique benefits. The Green Card is an excellent entry-level travel card, and the Platinum Card is a luxury lifestyle card with a …

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  • Tips and Tricks

    The Cheap Flight Mistake Points People Still Make

    by joeheg January 18, 2026
    by joeheg January 18, 2026

    Searching for domestic round-trip airfare is kind of like using MapQuest printouts — it still works, but it’s not how most people actually travel anymore. Most U.S. airlines price tickets …

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  • Hotels

    We’re Not Chasing Hotel Status—Here’s What We’ll Have in 2026 Anyway

    by joeheg January 18, 2026
    by joeheg January 18, 2026

    While we’re not in the habit of chasing hotel elite status, having even a basic level of status can come with undeniable perks—like stronger Wi-Fi, a later checkout, or simply …

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  • Points & Miles

    Do Airline Miles Expire? U.S. Expiration Policies by Program

    by joeheg January 17, 2026
    by joeheg January 17, 2026

    Airlines have dramatically changed their policies on the expiration of loyalty program points. Previously, almost every plan required some activity in your account to keep your points active. There’s been …

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  • Airlines

    Is Delta Comfort+ Worth the Extra Cost?

    by joeheg January 17, 2026
    by joeheg January 17, 2026

    Is Delta Comfort+ worth the upgrade, or is it just a pricey promise of extra legroom? On domestic flights, Delta offers multiple seat options, but today we’re diving into what …

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  • Points & Miles

    We Used Southwest’s Companion Pass for a Year—Was It Worth It?

    by joeheg January 16, 2026
    by joeheg January 16, 2026

    In February of last year, we jumped on one of those Southwest offers that seems to pop up like clockwork at the start of the year: a credit-card welcome offer …

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    • Museums
    • New York City
    • Newbies (& those who don’t travel often)
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    • Tips and Tricks
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