Chris Dong
Condé Nast Traveler
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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San Francisco Airport's Revamped Centurion Lounge Has Napa Valley Wines, Hawaiian-Inspired Cuisine, and Plenty of Elbow Room
Overcrowding will no longer be an issue, thanks to 16,000 square feet of space. Visitors will also enjoy regional wines and food by Bay Area chef Ravi Kapur. → Read More
The AmEx Centurion Lounge at Seattle's Airport Just Got a Huge Upgrade
The nearly 14,000-square-foot-space makes arriving to the airport early worth your while, with hand-made espresso drinks, all-you-can-eat soul food, and more. → Read More
American Express Gold Card review: Great for everyday purchases and a bonus worth up to $1,200
The Amex Gold card is one of the best for everyday spending, and is even offering a great bonus of 60,000 points after spending $4,000 in the first 3 months. → Read More
Make the most of your food delivery orders with these 10 credit cards
Several great rewards credit cards offer discounts on bonus points on food delivery services like DoorDash and Uber Eats. Here are the ones you should know about. → Read More
Luxury perks for a reasonable annual fee: A review of Capital One Venture X
Venture X, Capital One's first foray into the world of premium travel rewards cards, knocks it out of the park and is nearly a no-brainer for luxury-seeking travelers. → Read More
Venti-sized disappointment: A review of the Starbucks Rewards Visa credit card
This Starbucks credit card is only for the most die-hard of Frappucino fans out there. For everyone else, look elsewhere. → Read More
A guide to the best credit cards for Airbnb stays
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. → Read More
The ultimate credit card concierge test: 3 cards, $300 and 1 night in NYC
As consumer trends evolve, so, too, do the perks on your credit card. → Read More
Fast shipping battle: We put Amazon Prime and Walmart+ to the ultimate test
We're living in an era of instant, or nearly instant, delivery. → Read More
Check your account: American Airlines Loyalty Points are now posting
Earlier today, American completely revamped how you earn status with the official launch of Loyalty Points. → Read More
You’ll soon be able to get exclusive restaurant reservations through Capital One
Forget just travel. The ongoing value of a rewards credit card has evolved beyond airports, planes and hotels. Today's biggest trend? Lifestyle benefits. → Read More
Amazon Prime now costs $139: This fast delivery alternative is complimentary with your Amex Platinum
For years, one site and one service dominated the world of shopping convenience: Amazon Prime. The benefit of having packages delivered from the retail giant → Read More
Suddenly, my Hyatt free night certificates feel nearly worthless
Devaluations are an inevitable reality in the world of loyalty programs. → Read More
Flexible free night certificates from Marriott and IHG are coming — but it’s not all good news
There are perks aplenty on cobranded hotel credit cards, including automatic elite status and elevated earning rates on stays. → Read More
Faster Wi-Fi but slimmer seats: Here’s a first look onboard Amtrak’s newest trains
You can experience the future of U.S. train travel today. → Read More
Amex is launching its first-ever all-digital checking account — and you can earn points
A major player is entering the world of digital checking accounts. → Read More
A chic refresh for a Canadian classic: What it's like staying at the renovated Park Hyatt Toronto
Toronto's distinct neighborhoods each have a unique vibe. → Read More
Paradise in Patagonia: How I made a dream South America trip happen in the age of omicron
I live north of the equator — and always have. → Read More
Top off with points: Some IHG cardholders can soon apply free night certificates to any hotel
Earlier this month, IHG announced that a host of major updates would be coming to its loyalty program. → Read More
No longer available, but potentially worth keeping: Citi Prestige Card review
Editor’s note: This card is no longer open to new applicants, so we've updated this article with new information. Citi is a TPG advertising partner. → Read More