Hero to Zero: The Chase Sapphire Reserve Is Now Garbage
The rumors are true: Chase is going the way of Amex and adding "benefits" to its best card. Turns out these aren't really benefits. You just pay more.
Review: Hotel Indigo Barcelona – Plaza Cataluyna, A Nice City Centre Pick
The Hotel Indigo Barcelona - Plaza Catalunya offers small, but comfortable rooms at an enviable location in Eixample. Here's my full review of the property.
Which Airline Should I Pick For My 2020 Amex Airline Fee Credit?
With the death of the gift card purchase route, what are we left with that triggers the Amex airline incidental fee credit on 2020? Here are your options:
3 Trips I Look Forward to Most in 2020
This past year brought us many great travel experiences. But now it's time to look forward! Here is what is on the travel agenda for 2020:
Is Jet Lag Worse Going East or West?
Jet lag is an awful part of travel and it's unavoidable. Changing continents takes its toll. But does direction matter? Is jet lag worse going east or west?
New Family Travel Destination, Thing I Hate in This Hobby, and a Airline Crash Cover-Up?
Here is the latest set of interesting stories and news from around the travel web that I find interesting and hope you do, too!
5 Reasons Why 5-Star Hotels Are Overrated
Finding yourself looking for luxury hotels with your points? Here are my reasons why 5-star hotel stays are overrated and you should probably skip them.
My Top Posts Of 2019 As We Enter 2020
As we enter the new year, I thought I'd take a look back at the top posts from 2019 as my first calendar year with Travel Update comes to a close.
Review: Alitalia A320 Europe Business Class
Intra-Europe business class usually leaves much to be desired, and Alitalia A320 Europe business class is no exception. Here is my review of the experience.
Travel Privilege Tuesday: The Richness of U.S. Credit Card Rewards
Have you ever thought about how much value the banks offer you to sign up for a new card? The richness of U.S. credit card rewards is actually unique.