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United Airlines is planning to open its latest Polaris lounge at Washington, D.C.’s Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Sterling, VA in October. This top lounge offering for United and Star Alliance customers will enhance the passenger experience at Dulles and further…

Alaska Airlines is the newest member of the Oneworld alliance and has started a codeshare agreement with partner Iberia Airlines, the Spanish flag carrier. What Is a Codeshare? A codeshare is where one airline sells seats on another airline’s flights…

Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. There’s nothing better than using points on a hotel, only to receive a free night in return. That’s just what you can do with Hyatt’s latest offer at…

American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are both in the Oneworld alliance, and Alaska’s Mileage Plan has very close ties to American’s AAdvantage frequent flyer program. Among many benefits, Alaska elites receive extra legroom seating, complimentary upgrades, and free changes on…

As COVID-19 spread across the country and impacted the travel industry, many hotel brands were quick to eliminate breakfast options, instead opting to offer simple to-go packages or forgoing breakfast at all. Now, Marriott is reintroducing breakfast to 4 of…

American Airlines and IndiGo, one of the largest low-cost airlines in India, have formed a partnership to increase connectivity throughout India. The new codeshare agreement, expected to begin in October 2021, will allow American Airlines to put its flight number…

If you have a Visa Infinite credit card, a new perk has hit your cadre of benefits. Starting this month, you’ll receive 3 free years of Shipt, an on-demand grocery and shopping delivery service. A Visa Infinite credit card is…

Amtrak now offers more premium food on some of its long-distance trains and flagship Acela service in the Northeast. While the food on Amtrak has evolved quite considerably over the years, most recently there was a steep decline in the…

Amtrak is the national passenger rail service company that operates trains throughout the U.S. Offering both a mix of local and long-distance services, Amtrak serves both major cities and rural towns that otherwise don’t have any other public transit. While…

When you want to fly American Airlines’ most exclusive premium product, you need to look for the Flagship branding, signaling the highest service levels. While you won’t find it on every plane or route, you will on the largest, most…

American Airlines has announced the reopening of 2 of its most used Flagship Lounges, the premium lounge offering for its highest-tier AAdvantage elite passengers and international premium cabin passengers. Flagship Lounges Reopening New York (JFK) Flagship Lounge The JFK Flagship…

Expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2021, Hyatt has acquired Apple Leisure Group (ALG), operator of approximately 100 mid- to upper-scale resorts and hotels around the world. New Brands and Destinations The properties are located in Europe, Mexico,…

Denver International Airport (DEN) is one of the major fortress airports in the U.S., home to nearly every major airline. To complement the travel experience, American Express has opened up its latest Centurion Lounge here, accessible to select cardholders prior…

On every aircraft worldwide, there are seats located against a bulkhead — a wall dividing either crew areas, galleys, or other classes of service on the plane. These seats can be coveted for some flyers, providing extra legroom, and, in…

The Mar Monte Hotel, formerly known as the Hyatt Santa Barbara, is Hyatt’s upper-end hotel located along the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway in Santa Barbara, California. There are 2 Hyatt properties in Santa Barbara — the other being the Hyatt…

The Hyatt Centric Waikiki Beach is one of 3 Hyatt hotels located in downtown Honolulu, right near the famous Waikiki Beach. This hotel is an affordable property and provides an upgraded stay experience, though it does have some drawbacks. Hyatt brands…

Amtrak offers several lounge offerings in major stations throughout its network, each offering a quiet place to wait before boarding your train. While most lounges offer the same amenities, they’re great spaces to escape the hustle and bustle of the…

British Airways, the flagship carrier of the U.K., operates an airport lounge network of over 60 lounges in 30 airports worldwide. British Airways lounges are primarily located throughout the U.K., EU, and the U.S., and offer an enhanced airport lounge…

During the busy travel season to Hawaii in December, American Airlines usually operates a 787-8 aircraft from Phoenix (PHX) to Maui (OGG). This flat-bed equipped aircraft is one of the most comfortable ways to get to Maui and is how…

When you’re traveling between the Hawaiian Islands, there are really only 2 major carriers you can fly — Southwest Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Only 1 of these airlines, Hawaiian, offers a premium class product, catering to the business traveler and…

The Lahaina Shores Beach Resort, a Destination by Hyatt property, is located on the island of Maui in the town of Lahaina. It’s a very well-located hotel, with usually reasonable rates, and is a great use of World of Hyatt…