My Italy Trip Recap (and My Favorite Rewards Redemptions)

I recently got back from a ten-day trip in Italy with my husband, my best friend, and her husband. It was my bestie’s 40th birthday and they have never been to Italy before. We wanted to see the popular sights, but we also wanted to drink limoncello, do a lot of people …

Are You Avoiding Mexico City for Outdated Reasons?

Are You Avoiding Mexico City for Outdated Reasons?

There’s a fantastic Metropolis a few hours’ flight away on a plane, for often not much more than a domestic flight. Have you visited Mexico City or is there something holding you back?   Most U.S. and Canadian travelers—even experienced ones—know less about the largest city in our hemisphere than …

10 ways I saved on my trip to Nice, France

10 ways I saved on my trip to Nice, France

Blue sky, blue sea, and palm trees — it’s easy to see why Nice is such a favorite with visitors. But its popularity can make it expensive, especially when you consider its proximity to notoriously pricey places such as Monaco and Cannes. However, with a bit of planning, it is …