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Last year I flew across the country to meet a group of women I met on Instagram. It sounds a little nuts, but it ended up being fantastic. We’re all heavily involved in the points-and-miles world so we got along…

The new and improved Centurion Lounge in Seattle has officially opened, and it’s a massive upgrade from the old lounge. You can find the expanded location on the mezzanine level of the Central Terminal of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Here…

The long-awaited Virgin Hotels New York City is now open! This exciting new hotel is a bold and modern space in the heart of Manhattan. Let’s take a look at what this new hotel is all about. Virgin Hotels New…

“All-inclusive” is a term you’ve probably heard if you’ve searched for a vacation destination recently, but what, exactly, does it mean? The dictionary definition is “including everything or everyone,” but when we’re talking about all-inclusive in terms of travel, it’s…

Hyatt has announced plans for the Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya, which will be the Hyatt House brand’s first location in Toyko and second in Japan. This new hotel is scheduled to open in mid-2024. Here’s what we know so far…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Choice Hotels has a limited-time promotion that allows you to save up to 14,000 Choice Privileges points per night on select hotels. Here are all of the details about…

There’s a new Hyatt property in Orlando, Florida. Hyatt House Orlando Airport is a brand-new hotel located at the entrance to the airport in the Gateway Village area. This is great news for families and business travelers alike looking for…

New York City can be an expensive place to visit, especially if you want to stay in a luxury hotel. It’s a place I’ll travel to any chance I get, and this was actually my second trip there in as…

The Destination by Hyatt brand, a collection of upscale independent hotels and resorts, is expanding to the United Kingdom. SCHLOSS Roxburghe, an exquisite countryside estate in Scotland, has recently undergone a full renovation, reopening its doors as a Destination by…

A number of premium credit cards offer exclusive travel perks for cardholders, including access to elite-like benefits at notable hotel properties around the world. For American Express, it’s the Fine Hotels & Resorts program. And for Chase, there’s the Luxury…

Capital One Shopping is a shopping portal designed to help you find the best deals and save money on all of your purchases. You don’t need a Capital One credit card to use it, and it’s different from Capital One…

Using points and miles to make luxury travel more affordable is kind of my thing. I love using points and miles to plan exotic trips to faraway destinations. But, let’s be real — most of us can’t travel like that…

The week between Christmas and New Year’s was troublesome (to say the least) for Southwest Airlines and its passengers. Many travelers were left stranded in airports away from home without luggage and many (myself included) had their trips totally ruined….

I recently took a weekend trip to New York City with my daughter for her birthday. Since New York is expensive, I knew I wanted to book my hotel room with points. Hyatt is my go-to hotel brand and thankfully…

Sonesta might not be the first brand you think of when it comes to hotels, and it’s definitely not the most exciting program. However, we love any opportunity to earn points for doing practically nothing, so it might be a…

When my friend texted me yesterday that her flight was canceled, I took a wild guess that she was flying Southwest Airlines (I was right). The epic meltdown of Southwest Airlines is all over the news now, and I’m one…

When I was planning a recent trip to New York City, I knew I wanted to choose a hotel located nearby Central Park South. My plans were to see a Broadway show and the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, and I…

On a recent trip to New York City, I was excited to check out the new Escape Lounge – A Centurion Studio Partner from my home airport of John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) just 2 weeks after its opening….

American Airlines made headlines last year when it unveiled a new, simplified elite status program, Loyalty Points. Now, just a year later, it’s already making adjustments — some good and some not so good. Here are all the details you’ll…

Carnival just revealed the details of its new Italian-themed ship, Carnival Venezia, which will debut in June of 2023. This ship is the first in a series of “Carnival Fun Italian Style” ships that will feature Italian-inspired decor and experiences….

If your first question when I tell you I just visited Curaçao is, “Where’s that?” you’re not alone. This Caribbean island may not be as well known as some other popular vacation spots but it shouldn’t be counted out. Located…