I love doing hotel price checks because you never quite know what you’re going to find... And this one was especially fun for me as I lived in Chicago for 3 years back in my 30s. So, I searched the windy city - Chicago for 2 adults, staying 3 - 6 December 2026, and compared the public prices I could find (in this case booking.com) with the private member prices available through my firm favourite travel club, Travel Advantage. Same city. Same dates. Same room types. And the p

New York is one of the most popular autumn city breaks for good reason. By late October, Central Park is filled with gorgeous autumn colors, the weather is ideal for walking, Halloween decorations are everywhere, and it's the perfect time to enjoy Broadway shows, rooftop bars and long weekends exploring the city before winter arrives. The only downside? Hotel prices can be eye-watering. As you likely know by now, I'm a natural born researcher, and one of the things I love loo

How to save money on your accomodation in New York and spend it on experiences instead.