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Hyatt continues to expand its luxury and lifestyle brands with the opening of Thompson Palm Springs. This modern new hotel will be located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert city, with sweeping views of the San Jacinto Mountains. Here…

Travelers, rejoice! Chicago’s Midway Airport finally has a lounge. The Club MDW is now open, and Upgraded Points was invited to get a first look at this new airport lounge prior to opening day. The new 3,265-square-foot lounge celebrates Chicago’s…

The author was traveling as a guest of Turkish Airlines. All opinions are the author’s own, and the airline had no input in this article. Turkish Airlines just introduced a new menu item for business class passengers on select flights….

Flight delays are an unfortunate part of travel sometimes. While I have actually had pretty good luck recently with most of my flights, a recent trip on Southwest Airlines was the exception — my flight was delayed 3 hours due…

The Southwest Companion Pass is one of the best deals in travel. This coveted pass allows you to bring a companion on any Southwest flight for just the cost of the taxes and fees. Even better, if you can time…

The author was an invited guest of the Grand Bohemian Lodge Greenville, Autograph Collection. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input into this review. If a chic lodge and an art gallery got together and…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Southwest is out with another new promotion that allows Rapid Rewards members to earn the coveted Companion Pass for a limited time. Perhaps the best thing about this promotion…

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection just debuted its second ship, Ilma, on a 7-night journey from Monte Carlo to Rome. This new yacht features innovative designs, luxurious suites, and first-class amenities on sailings through the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. The Ritz-Carlton…

If there’s one thing that divides travelers, it’s whether or not they like the Southwest Airlines boarding process. I’ve been on both sides of the spectrum. Open seating was great when my daughter was young, but now that I have…

IHG Hotels & Resorts just announced a new property coming to the Maldives. Noku Maldives, Vignette Collection will debut in December 2024 on Kudafunafaru Island. This new Maldives resort will be a first for the Vignette Collection, a collection of…

Monterey Beach Hotel, the only beachfront property on the Monterey Peninsula just opened in California. As part of the Marriott Tribute Portfolio brand, this new hotel is an exciting addition to Marriott’s portfolio. Let’s jump into the details of this…

Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) program and has just been added to the growing list of hotels bookable through Hilton. Until recently, SLH partnered with Hyatt, but now Hilton has that…

Virgin Voyages is an adults-only cruise line that offers a premium product with lots of inclusions. It has often been cited as the cruise line for people who don’t really like cruises. Virgin’s unique approach to cruising has made it…

The author stayed as a guest of Frangipani. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. I recently visited Anguilla for the first time. This under-the-radar Caribbean island won me…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. There’s an elevated welcome offer on the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card for up to 75,000 points. Hyatt points are some of our favorites, so this is a…

The decision to keep or cancel a credit card is one that many of us in the points and miles hobby are quite familiar with. While I have some cards that have a secure spot in my wallet, others go…

There’s a new Chase Offer for Sandals and Beaches Resorts for $40 back after spending $400. Sandals Resorts are couples-only, all-inclusive resorts that have been a staple in the industry for decades, while Beaches Resorts are family-friendly all-inclusive properties. Let’s…

No one expects to have a medical emergency while they are traveling. While most casual travelers probably won’t ever have medical issues during a vacation, if you travel as much as I do, it’s bound to happen. And it finally…

There’s a new targeted promotion from American Airlines to earn bonus Loyalty Points and help you get that next level of elite status. If you have a co-branded credit card with the airline, you’ll want to check your AA account…

San Antonio, Texas, just got a new luxury hotel — InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk is now open. This modern new hotel aims to attract both leisure and business travelers. It’s convenient for exploring San Antonio’s top attractions plus it has…

The author was traveling as an invited guest of Malliouhana. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. I recently returned from a 4-night stay on the Caribbean island of Anguilla,…