Lori Zaino
The Points Guy
Madrid, MD, Spain
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The 19 best IHG hotels in the world
Use your IHG One Rewards points at one of these amazing IHG hotels around the world. → Read More
13 things to know about London's Other House hotel and private club
Private clubs are all the rage. Does The Other House hotel in London measure up? We stepped inside to find out. → Read More
11 of the best points hotels in Europe for a snowy winter holiday
Find the best points hotels for a snowy winter holiday in Europe, where you can use IHG One Rewards, Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy and World of Hyatt points. → Read More
How to get to Machu Picchu
This guide explains how to get to Machu Picchu, step-by-step. → Read More
6 Ways To Save Money On Holiday Travel
Holiday travel doesn’t have to be expensive. Use these tips to save money on flights, hotels and other travel expenses this season. → Read More
5 fantastic Europe vacations to take on a budget
A Europe getaway doesn't have to break the bank. Whether it's a ski trip in Italy, a road trip along the Adriatic or a train journey in Eastern Europe, TPG has you covered. → Read More
How to travel to Madrid on a budget and still have a great time
Tips, tricks and information on how to visit Madrid — one of Europe's more affordable capital cities — taking in all there is to do, see, drink and eat without breaking the bank. → Read More
10 of the most underrated vacation destinations in Africa
Visit these underrated, lesser-known spots in Africa for a vacation filled with adventure, beach and wildlife fun. → Read More
7 spectacular European train trips you need to take this fall
Here are some of the most interesting rail journeys for admiring stunning fall foliage and visiting charming and off-the-beaten-track destinations in Europe this autumn. → Read More
13 must-have items the TPG team can't travel without
These are the top travel items TPG team members won't leave home without. → Read More
15 of the most beautiful villages in Spain
For a charming and low-key getaway, consider visiting one of Spain's most beautiful villages for a vacation. → Read More
Why visiting Europe in fall is perfect for families
Traveling this summer has proved to be busy, chaotic and expensive. Your vacation plans may have been affected, or even postponed, by flight cancelations, → Read More
12 best budget beach destinations in the US
An expensive beach jaunt to Mykonos, Greece, or a luxurious getaway to the Hamptons may not be possible for everyone. With inflation and rising gas prices → Read More
11 most underrated destinations in France
Vacations in France often mean a weekend jaunt to Paris or a glamorous sunshine holiday in Cannes. However, there’s so much more to the country than the → Read More
Why you should use packing cubes to improve your (traveling) life
I used to think packing cubes (individual little bags for your suitcase) were useless — an extra expense and a mess of nylon, mesh and zips. → Read More
7 amazing spots in Mexico’s Riviera Maya that aren’t Tulum
Editor's note: This is a recurring article updated with new information. → Read More
Go here, not there: Overlooked European cities you need to visit
First-time and frequent visitors to urban European tourist hotspots such as Barcelona and Amsterdam can find endless options for new restaurants, attractions, → Read More
Explore the secret, party-free sides of Ibiza, Spain: Wellness, cuisine, family-friendly beaches and more
Ibiza has a reputation as a party destination — an exotic Spanish isle where bronzed, carefree youth dressed in white dance the night away to EDM beats. → Read More
7 family-friendly destinations in Mexico (that aren't the Riviera Maya)
Thanks to numerous all-inclusive resorts and near-guaranteed winter sunshine (outside of hurricane season, at least), Mexican vacation hot spots like Cancun, → Read More
A first look inside the Madrid Edition, the city's newest luxury Marriott hotel
Editor’s note: The Madrid Edition provided a complimentary stay so that TPG could get an early look a the property’s renovations. The opinions expressed below → Read More