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After announcing the concept of a theme park designed especially for young families earlier this year, Universal has finally unveiled the name — Universal Kids Resort. The company broke ground in Frisco, Texas, in November 2023, intending to open in…

On Thursday, November 30, 2023, United’s first-ever Airbus A321neo took to the skies from Houston (IAH) to Chicago (ORD). This is a big deal for a couple of reasons, one being that this is the first new Airbus that United…

The holiday season is officially upon us, and at Upgraded Points, that means lots of travel and keeping an eye on sales! Black Friday is the biggest shopping day of the year, with almost every retailer rolling out some sort…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. You might remember an epic deal from a couple of years ago that offered the opportunity to earn millions (yes, millions) of American Airlines AAdvantage Miles by donating to…

Great (and long overdue) news for points and miles fans: You can now redeem JetBlue TrueBlue points for flights on Qatar Airways. Although JetBlue and Qatar have had a codeshare agreement for many years, it wasn’t until this month that…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Citi Merchant Offers have been steadily improving, especially in the travel department. Right now, targeted Citi cardholders should check their accounts for Citi Merchant Offers for $20 back on…

I’m always excited to get my hands on the latest piece of technology, and I’m typically one of the first in line (virtually, at least) when Apple releases a new iPhone. This year was no exception with the announcement of…

Chase has been playing catch-up when it comes to branded lounges. After opening the Sapphire Lounge by The Club in Hong Kong (HKG) and an outdoor Sapphire Terrace in the often quite hot Austin, Texas, we now have the Sapphire…

Disney and cruise fans finally have some more information on the long-awaited sister ship to the Disney Wish — Disney Treasure. Featuring themed spaces inspired by Disney theme parks and fan-favorite films, including “Aladdin,” “Coco,” “Moana,” and “Zootopia,” guests will…

Visiting Walt Disney World can be a magical experience for many people. However, those with disabilities can find the long lines and Florida heat a major barrier to an enjoyable park day. Fortunately, Disney is committed to making sure that…

“Not every hotel that we stay at needs to be a fancy resort,” is what I kept telling myself as I was booking the Hilton Garden Inn Waikiki Beach. After spending 2 weeks at some great Hawaiian resorts on O‘ahu…

“Minions” fans, there is a new attraction at Universal Studios Orlando Resort you won’t want to miss. Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast had a soft opening this week for technical rehearsals where guests were allowed to get a sneak peek at…

Hyatt has some unique hotels in its portfolio, and right now there’s an Amex Offer floating around that could save you $100 at Independent Collection brands in the Americas, Asia, and Europe. This offer could save you up to 25%…

I found myself on a long layover at São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) on a cheap LATAM economy ticket that did not include lounge access. After roaming around the terminal for a while, I quickly realized that if I wanted…

After spending 5 nights running around Las Vegas with my family, I was tasked with ensuring the first part of our Hawaiian vacation was genuinely relaxing. My wife has Multiple Sclerosis (MS), so while she loves traveling, the logistics of…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you’ve been craving a “caipirinha” and those famous Brazilian beaches, you do not want to miss this deal. Right now, we are seeing flights to The Marvelous City…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you have a Citi card, check your account for a targeted offer to earn $20 back on eligible travel purchases by June 24, 2023. This offer came as…

Good news for Apple and United fans: the airline is now supporting Live Activities for iPhone users — a first for any U.S. airline. With this feature, you’ll be able to get important information about their trip in real-time directly…

Airline: Hawaiian AirlinesAircraft: Airbus A330-200Flight #: HA5Route: Las Vegas (LAS) to Honolulu (HNL)Date: January 5, 2023Duration: 6hr 30minCabin and Layout: First class, 18 seats, 2-2-2 configurationSeat: 2H, 2J, 3H, 3JMiles Used: 40,000 HawaiianMiles per seat transferred from American ExpressTotal Paid Including Taxes and Fees: 160,000 miles +…

There is so much to see and do in Hawaiʻi. When my family and I visited for the first time, we focused on the islands of O‘ahu and Maui, but for our return trip, we knew we needed to add…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. If you have a Citi card, check your accounts for a Citi Merchant Offer for $20 back on Hawaiian Airlines.  While Amex Offers gets most of the attention, Citi…