Top 3 Tips for Exploring New York’s Best Holiday Market I believe myself to be what I would call a “true” New Yorker, which means I love New York around the holidays. From Rockefeller Center to just walking around the different neighborhoods, I love the energy. I’ll be honest – I’m not a huge shopper. […]
My Top Four Travel Milestones
November 13, 2019 by Leave a Comment
My Top Four Travel Milestones Over these past two decades, I’ve been fortunate to check off many major travel accomplishments, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I’ve travelled to every country in the world, trekked to the ends of the earth, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and visited every National Park in the United States. […]
Tips to Maximize Rewards for Fall & Holiday Travel
October 28, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Hey guys! I recently did a Q&A about how to get more out of fall and holiday travel. Along with John Sellers from Bank of America and Janet Alvarez from Wise Bread, we discussed our most memorable experiences, tips to help make your upcoming trips more financially rewarding, and pointers on what to do when […]
Five Tips for Baseball Season
August 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Five Tips for Baseball Season One of my favorite things to do every summer is watch America’s favorite pastime: baseball. My love for the sport recently took me to London to cheer on the New York Yankees (go team!) as they took on the Boston Red Sox in a two-game series at London Stadium. It […]
Seven Tips to Make Your Summer Getaway Fun and Financially Rewarding
June 24, 2019 by 5 Comments
Seven Tips to Make Your Summer Getaway Fun and Financially Rewarding Traveling the world has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I’ve been able to experience awesome new food, scenery and adventures with a combo of advanced planning, research and a little bit of creativity. With summer travel season kicking into […]
How to Pack a Suitcase Like a Pro
April 30, 2019 by 8 Comments
How to Pack a Suitcase Like a Pro Organizing your suitcase and finances before vacation Although I try to make traveling the world look easy, a lot of planning goes in to my trips. From deciding whether I’ll bring a carry-on vs. checked bag, to ordering foreign currency, packing and financial planning are both essential […]
My Top Four Warm Weather Destinations
February 11, 2019 by 9 Comments
Visit These Winter Vacation Destinations and Get Financial Rewards, Too As you probably know, New York City is one of my favorite places in the world and I’m lucky enough to call it home. Come this time of year, however, I dream about escaping the polar vortex. Depending on where you live, I’d imagine you […]
Holiday Shopping & Travel: Treat Others Now, Treat Yourself Later
November 12, 2018 by 7 Comments
The holiday season is a time of giving, but that doesn’t only mean clothes, electronics or home goods. As you probably know, I love travel and I get all warm and fuzzy when I’m gifting those types of experiences to my friends and family during the holidays – whether it’s tickets to a sports event […]
It’s Your Vacation, Make a Plan and Take It!
June 1, 2018 by 3 Comments
Do you find yourself struggling to find time to get away for a dream vacation – with excuses like too many errands, finding someone to take care of your pet, or family obligations? When I worked on Wall Street I found myself focusing on work, rather than experiencing the world. After 9/11, I realized that […]
