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It’s easier than ever to stay at an all-inclusive resort in Latin America and the Caribbean, thanks to a new partnership between Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and Decameron All Inclusive Hotels & Resorts. Here’s what you need to know. Wyndham…

Cheese, chocolate, and beautiful scenery … what more could you want in a destination? How about arriving there in a lie-flat business class? Our team has found plenty of availability for flights to Zurich, Switzerland from several U.S. airports for…

There’s some exciting news from Marriott this morning. The first Tribute Portfolio property in the Middle East has debuted in Dubai — and it is stunning. Let’s dive right in! Marriott’s Newest Dubai Hotel The First Collection at Jumeirah Village…

Earlier this month, Virgin Voyages released a few awesome sailings bookable with points for a limited time. At the lowest price point, travelers could book a 5-night Caribbean cruise for 115,000 points — for 2 sailors. There is no doubt…

Southwest Airlines will launch seasonal, daily flights between Orlando (MCO) and Nassau (NAS). Let’s take a look at this exciting new route! New Route to the Bahamas The summer route between Orlando and Nassau, Bahamas, will operate between June 4…

After a renovation, Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, is open for guests in the gorgeous city of Cape Town, South Africa. Here’s what you need to know about this newly-opened hotel. South Africa’s First Fairmont Hotel Cape Grace, A…

If your stash of World of Hyatt points is running low, the latest purchase promotion presents a good opportunity for you to replenish your stockpile — but you’ll need to do so before July 1, 2024. Here are the details…

Hyatt has opened its first hotel in Zimbabwe, located in the capital city of Harare. Here’s what you need to know — and how to book the hotel with points! Hyatt Expanding Its Footprint in Africa Hyatt Regency Harare The…

IHG Hotels & Resorts plans to double its portfolio in Vietnam by 2028. But first, it’s debuting 2 luxury brands in the country, Hotel Indigo, and Vignette Collection, and opening several new InterContinental resorts. Here’s what you need to know…

Concert tourism, or “gig tripping,” is on the rise, mostly fueled by Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour. With more mega tours scheduled for summer 2024, this travel trend seems to be here to stay as fans turn these concerts into…

Nearly all financial experts agree that having access to at least 1 credit card is an important financial tool. The question of how many cards a person should carry, however, is more complicated. According to data from the Financial Industry…

Citi has debuted its newest ThankYou Rewards card, the Citi Strata Premier℠ Card, which is now open for applications. Let’s learn more about the new Citi Strata Premier card and see if it deserves a spot in your wallet. Citi…

After more than a year since the iconic Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World closed for a re-theme, we now know that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, its replacement, will open on June 28, 2024! Fans can “Drop on in” and enjoy…

Low-cost carrier Norse is serving up its ultra-low-cost fares across the Atlantic once again. This time the carrier is offering round-trip fares to Rome (FCO) from New York (JFK) starting at just $364 — a trip to the Italian capital…

If Switzerland is on your must-visit list — and you want to do it in style — you’re going to want to pay attention. Right now, you can book business class tickets with Air Canada Aeroplan points from a couple…

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) met on Thursday, May 9, 2024, amid mounting pressure from regulators on credit cards that earn travel rewards. This hearing follows an announcement in December¹ saying that the…

You can now bring the whole crew to Paris because we just found tons of business class award space from several U.S. airports. Here’s your chance to burn your points to fly comfortably in lie-flat seats and enjoy a glass…

Amex is celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Platinum Card^® from American Express with special offers and experiences across travel, dining, retail, and more. This card is extremely popular with travelers for good reason — and now, there are even more…

The Platinum Card^® from American Express is turning 40, and Amex wants to celebrate with lots of exciting perks and bonuses for cardmembers, including a limited-time 40% transfer bonus to Hilton Honors. Let’s take a look at the details of…

Earning hotel loyalty points can be easier than finding good value at redemption time, especially for an aspirational stay. While I enjoy the occasional luxury hotel, I tend to gravitate towards properties I can purchase with fewer points yet still…

The Platinum Card^® from American Express is turning 40, and Amex is celebrating in style! Existing cardmembers have a lot to look forward to, including getting a third night free at over 200 Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel…