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Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, known to locals as either “Reagan” or “National” depending on who you ask, is the closest airport to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. While it’s technically located in Arlington, Virginia, it’s a stone’s throw away…

When staying in Salzburg, Austria, there’s 1 large hotel that nearly everyone recommends: the Sheraton Grand Salzburg. The Sheraton is one of the larger hotels in the city and doesn’t fit the typical Sheraton profile; it’s a step up. It’s…

If you’re trying to earn elite status with American Airlines but don’t have enough Loyalty Points to reach the next tier, American is providing another way to get you there — albeit at a significant cost. You’re now able to…

While New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is the closest airport to the hustle and bustle of Manhattan, it can be one of the more difficult airports to get to in the New York City region, mainly due to its lack…

As a low-cost carrier, Southwest does everything possible to minimize costs and create a lower-fare experience. One of the ways it does this is to put a single economy class of service on its planes. It doesn’t have to worry…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Renting a car can be expensive, but there’s a new Amex Offer that will save you $90 on any Hertz rental that is $350 or more. This can be…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. There’s a new Amex Offer out that will save you quite a bit of money if you need to purchase a new ticket on Air New Zealand. Amex Offers…

The Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Salzburg, is one of the most luxurious hotels in all of Salzburg, Austria, and its location is simply unbeatable when it comes to visiting the city’s historic sites, restaurants, and shopping. Nestled…

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is located in Newark, New Jersey, just a few miles away from the hustle and bustle of New York City. While the airport isn’t technically located in New York, it is 1 of the 3…

Marriott Bonvoy has officially revamped its Suite Night Award program for Platinum and Titanium Elite members. On the plus side, the program has expanded to include more rooms. But there are some downsides, too, such as upgrades only clearing 3…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Accor has a promotion through which you can earn 2x bonus points at participating European and North African hotels for stays of 2 or more nights through March 14,…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Chase Offers, a discount program available on most Chase credit cards, has a targeted offer where you can save 15% on purchases from Walmart.com. As Walmart sells a variety…

American Airlines operates several service classes on its planes, each offering unique amenities designed for different types of travelers. Sometimes, there isn’t much variation between classes, so it’s important to discern between them to see which suits your next flight….

Santa Barbara is a coastal haven about 2 hours north of Los Angeles. Home to several universities, the city offers both a college-town atmosphere paired with a high-end feel thanks to its picturesque views and expensive homes. Situated right in…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Amtrak has brought back back a popular promotion from last year: a buy one, get one sale for routes across New York State for the next 2 months. You’ll…

It’s common for hotel chains to offer incentives to encourage new users to sign up for their loyalty program. Right now, Hilton Honors is out with the latest iteration of its new member promotion which will award up to 3,000…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. There’s a great new Amex Offer available that can earn you a significant amount of money back on your next cruise purchase! When you spend $700 or more on…

If you fly Alaska Airlines, be aware that the airline soon will be instituting increased fees for checked baggage. While it’s common to pay for checked baggage on most U.S. airlines, it’s unfortunate to see them increase. These higher fees…

If you’re an aviation buff, you’ll find this really interesting. For the last 20 or so years, Delta Air Lines has offered trading cards for its aircraft fleet. You can collect all the different cards for a fun way to…

Allegiant Air is adding several new snack and drink options to its onboard menu. The airline, which operates on an ultra-low-cost model, charges for onboard purchases and has added several new, familiar, premium brands to its menu selection. Onboard Purchasing…

If you hold status in a European or Middle Eastern airline and are a resident of those same areas, you can now match to Royal Jordanian Airlines Royal Club elite status. Of particular interest, you can match to Royal Jordanian Royal…