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If you travel a lot and you own a 4-wheel drive vehicle like a Jeep, Toyota TJ, Ford Explorer or any other 4x4 vehicle that you like to play with offroad, chances are you’ll want to tow your 4-wheel drive vehicle along with you instead of driving it to the offroad destination. That being said, if you regularly go to far away locations to explore various off-road trails and don’t want to sleep in your jeep, then this is a given if you’ll be traveling in a motorhome or RV....

Boat safety is important and that is why personal flotation devices (PFDs) are required on all boats. There are different types of PFDs and one is the Type IV, which can be thrown to someone in the water and help prevent them from drowning. While not the best PFD for paddling, it is important for all boaters to understand what a Type IV PFD is and how and when to use it....

Is there a maximum handicap index in the USGA Handicap System, the highest handicap index a golfer can have? Yes, there is. In fact, there are two: One maximum handicap for men and a different (slightly higher) one for women. On this page we’ll run through how the highest golf handicaps come into play, and what they are. Maximum Scores Per Hole First, if you’re looking for info on maximum hole scores under the USGA Handicap System, know that those do exist, too....

In our latest YouTube video, we follow in the footsteps of our previous races to European capitals Amsterdam and Paris — this time racing from the capital of England to the capital of Scotland, pitting train against plane between London and Edinburgh.We start both our journeys from the Tower of London. Liam took the London Underground to Kings Cross, connecting to a London North Eastern Railway service to Edinburgh Waverley before making the dash up Castle Rock to the race finish point, Edinburgh Castle....

We thought it was a joke at first — but April Fools’ Day was last week.German leisure airline Condor on Monday revealed a new livery and, well, we have questions.The livery was unveiled in Toulouse, France, as the airline’s first Airbus A330neo left the paint hangar. It’s got stripes. A lot of stripes.Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free biweekly Aviation newsletter.Here’s how the airline describes it:Condor is vacation....

Bad news, millennials: Virgin Voyages, the hip new cruise line backed by Richard Branson, isn’t just for you.In fact, you’re just a slice of its target market.As the line’s first vessel, the 2,770-passenger Scarlet Lady, prepares for its Miami debut next week, Virgin Voyages executives are saying the often-repeated storyline that it’s a cruise brand for the under-40 crowd just isn’t right.It never was, they say – although some might quibble with that....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.A handful of American Airlines cobranded credit cards have offered a nifty perk that gets you 10% back on award redemptions (up to 10,000 miles per year), but unfortunately that’s been phased out.The perk was slated to disappear from the Citi AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite Mastercard, Barclays AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite Mastercard and AAdvantage Aviator Silver World Elite Mastercard as of May 1, 2019, but as Miles to Memories reports, it looks like holders of the two Barclays AA credit cards may still have access to the rebate....

This viewpoint from The Points Guy’s Brian Kelly was originally published in his weekly newsletter. Sign up to receive curated travel intel from Brian Kelly.A friend recently invited me to spend a week at his home on Moskito Island, one of Sir Richard Branson’s private islands in the British Virgin Islands. A few estates are scattered around the island.(Photo courtesy of Virgin Limited Edition)Here’s a fun fact: You can rent Branson’s estate on this island....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Want to see the latest flight deals as soon as they’re published? Follow The Points Guy on Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to text message alerts from our deals feed, @tpg_alerts.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend that you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Amtrak is bringing back its Double Days promotion where riders can earn bonus points on train tickets and more.Amtrak Guest Rewards members usually receive two points per dollar on Amtrak purchases, but with Double Days, members will be able to earn 4x points on Amtrak purchases and 6x points through Amtrak’s partners.Here’s how the promotion works: Riders will first need to register for Double Days here....

Travelers on a budget have a new way to fly business class with the introduction of restrictive “basic business,” fares. Only a few airlines have introduced it so far — but could it be part of a growing trend toward a no-frills fare for premium cabins?The latest airline to unveil a so-called basic business class comes from Finnair, which rolled out a new ‘Business Light’ fare this week. Travelers get a seat up front and carry-on bags, but that’s it....

These baked Parmesan pork chops are incredibly delicious and served with a tangy, creamy lemon basil sauce! They are easy to make and are ready in just 30 minutes. Break up the ‘usual’ dinner routine with this spectacular pork dinner that will leave you wishing that you had made more! Bone In Parmesan Pork Chops Recipe These oven-baked Parmesan pork chops are paired so perfectly with this lemon basil sauce that they will become your new family favorite!...

Jump to Recipe Casserole recipes are the ultimate one-pan family dinner because they come in so many different varieties! They are perfect for busy weeknights since most casseroles take very little prep time and leftovers make great lunches the next day! Give these casserole recipes a try and find your family’s new favorite meal! Easy Casserole Recipe Ideas Casseroles are the best all-in-one dish. They offer a variety of flavor combinations and layers of wonderful textures that blend together perfectly....

Chocolate billionaires are a tasty candy that features Rice Krispies and pecans that are coated with caramel and then dipped in chocolate! These bite-sized treats are crazy delicious and perfect for any occasion! It’s hard to believe they are so good when they only use 6 ingredients! Easy Chocolate Billionaires These chocolate billionaires have a deliciously chewy and crunchy caramel interior with a smooth rich milk chocolate coating. They are great for making to share with large crowds at holiday parties or simply gifting for any occasion!...

Well, this certainly isn’t ideal. Earlier this month, United Airlines rolled out a new Mile Play promotion, giving its MileagePlus members an opportunity to earn bonus miles after completing specific travel-related tasks.For example, I was offered an opportunity to earn 7,800 bonus United miles after booking four premium trips totaling at least $650 each. TPG values United miles at 1.3 cents, making this offer worth just over $100 — certainly not a reason to spend $2,600 on United flights on its own....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.This is a story about when greed is not so good.Let me start by saying I’m a huge fan of Chase cards. I’ve been able to redeem Chase points for some of the most expensive hotels in the world, including the Park Hyatt Sydney and the Park Hyatt Tokyo.Park Hyatt Sydney, March 2018. (Photo by Clint Henderson/The Points Guy)New to The Points Guy?...

Jump to RecipeIf you love Mongolian Beef as much as we do, you will love this Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef! So delicious and so easy! This Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef is a great no-fuss meal for busy days! This recipe is super easy and tastes incredible! Any night of the week, just add the ingredients to your crockpot and set the heat to high for an easy dinner ready in two hours....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend that you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking. Remember: Fares may disappear quickly, so book right away and take advantage of Orbitz’s courtesy cancellation if you’re unable to travel....

Jump to Recipe This easy Christmas dinner menu is the ultimate guide to hosting the most epic holiday feast without stressing yourself out! Build your ideal menu by choosing one (or a few) recipes from each section. There are plenty of Christmas appetizers, main courses, drinks, side dishes, and desserts to choose from! Easy Christmas Recipes Everyone knows hosting the holiday family get-together can be taxing. You have to clean the house, do all the shopping, and prepare a Christmas-worthy dinner spread....

Pan fried sweet potatoes are a quick and easy side dish that’s cooked to crispy perfection with minimal ingredients! These tasty sweet potatoes are tossed with olive oil and seasoning, then fried until fork tender. Serve them up nice and hot for the whole family to enjoy! Crispy Stove Top Sweet Potatoes Stove-top sweet potatoes come together quickly and taste amazing when you cook them in a frying pan with some olive oil and seasonings....