Carly Helfand

Find out all the reasons why one TPG staffer is fond of Hilton's approach to "free" breakfast — and why she thinks more travelers should embrace them.

Ready to apply for your next credit card? Consider one issued by Chase — there's a bunch of great options suitable for every type of budget, spender and lifestyle.

When it comes to choosing a credit card, what matters most is picking the best one for you based on where you want to travel, where you live, what you spend your money on and how much you typically spend, among other factors. In this list, we've rounded up some stellar products, any of which would be a great addition to your rotation.

The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card earns 3 points per dollar spent on online grocery shopping. Even if you're not sold on it as your only method for food sourcing, it can still play a part in your rewards strategy.

A 100,000-point offer doesn't come around often. Be sure to apply for the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card before May 15 at 9 a.m EDT.

I'll tell you: You'll find yourself on the wrong side of a special offer that, if history tells us anything, may not come around again for years.

Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve combines the peninsula's panoramic ocean views and stunning biodiversity with the impeccable service, attention to detail and deep sense of place that distinguish the Ritz-Carlton Reserve brand.

A look at the best credit cards from Carly Helfand, Director of Points, Miles and Credit Cards at TPG, to help you maximize your travel rewards.

With comfortable accommodations, great food, friendly service and plentiful award availability, the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica represents a fantastic new option for Hilton loyalists to redeem their points for a tropical getaway.

Monday, American Express revealed it would be "making its largest investment ever" in a card refresh, with major changes coming to The Platinum