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The Chase Sapphire Preferred^® Card launched over a decade ago, democratizing the travel rewards card market. This popular card offers users enticing travel perks, from no foreign transaction fees to access to 10+ airline and hotel transfer partners — all…

Virgin Voyages is one of the newer entrants in the cruise industry as it inaugurated its first sailings at the height of the pandemic. With travel roaring back, Virgin Voyages has already been a hit, operating itineraries in the Caribbean,…

This fall, the French flag carrier will land in Raleigh-Durham — marking the airport’s first Dreamliner service, as first reported by Ishrion Aviation. Over the last year, airlines from Avelo to Breeze to Icelandair have launched flights from Raleigh-Durham International…

After a grand tour of some of Spain’s best coastal hotspots earlier this summer, I decided to stop in the country’s capital, Madrid, for my last hurrah, and chose to stay at the still-new Thompson Madrid while I was there….

We’ve all been there: you want to return an item to the store but barely miss the return window. However, not all hope is lost. Rather than eating the cost altogether, you should check if your credit card comes with…

When flying between New York and London, there’s no shortage of routes to choose from. While U.K. carriers and major U.S. airlines have your bases covered, competition for this route is fiercer than ever, thanks to newer entrants like JetBlue…

Airline: All Nippon Airways (ANA)Aircraft: Boeing 777-300ERFlight #: NH 108Route: Tokyo (HND) to San Francisco (SFO)Date: May 16, 2023Duration: 9hr 30 minCabin and Layout: First class, 1-2-1Seat: 1DCost: 55,000 Virgin Atlantic Flying Club Virgin Points + $321.56 in taxes and fees After an incredible 3 weeks in Asia,…

It would be impossible to see and explore Tokyo in its entirety in 2 days. With such limited time for my first visit to the city, I let go of all expectations and instead focused on the few hours I…

Airline: Korean AirAircraft: Airbus A321neoFlight #: KE2106Route: Tokyo (HND) to Seoul-Gimpo (GMP)Date: April 25, 2023Duration: 2hr 25minCabin and Layout: Business class, 2-2Seat: 8BCost: 22,500 SKYPASS miles + $62.96 in taxes & fees Korean Air is known for its classic sky-blue livery and seats in various shades of blue…

Boston-based travelers, you’re in luck. Just in time for the busy summer travel season, Chase will officially open the doors of the very first Sapphire Lounge by The Club location in the U.S. In partnership with The Club, the nearly…

Airline: ANAAircraft: Boeing 777-300ERFlight #: NH159Route: New York (JFK) to Tokyo (HND)Date: April 24, 2023Duration: 14hr 0minCabin and Layout: Business class, 1-2-1Seat: 6HCost: 47,500 Virgin Points + $360.70 in taxes & fees As the last vestiges of pandemic-era restrictions are finally disappearing in the rearview, 2023 has been…

As the old adage goes, “It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey along the way.” That’s what most people expect from the famed Road to Hana highway on Maui, anyhow. This 65-mile stretch twists and turns along the…

One of the reasons why people often chase top-tier airline elite status is for the confirmed upgrade awards. The value can be immense, as you can upgrade your seat into the best available cabin on your flight for a fraction…

I know I’m not alone in saying that Scottsdale is one of my favorite domestic vacation spots. The desert city is home to world-class golf courses, endless spas, and resorts. Plus, your chances of a rainy day are slim, with…

Ever seen a bright blue Tesla whipping around in New York City? Revel, which started as an electric moped rental service, has since expanded to offering rideshares and is a solid alternative to Uber, Lyft, or even yellow cabs. The…

Recently, the Chase Sapphire Preferred^® Card was offering an elevated 80,000-point welcome offer. While the offer is no longer available, if you were one of the lucky ones to snag this card with the elevated offer, you may be wondering…

It’s almost been 3 years since I made my big move to Manhattan. While that may not grant me official New Yorker status just yet, I’ve come to the point where I consider this buzzing metropolis my home. That said,…

Airline: Delta Air LinesAircraft: Boeing 767-300Flight #: DL312Route: New York (JFK) to Honolulu (HNL)Date: March 23, 2023Duration: 11 hr 37 minCabin and Layout: Delta One business class, 1-2-1Seat: 3ACost: $348.50 While those who live on the West Coast can choose from…

Avelo Airlines, the start-up budget carrier that first spread its wings in April 2021, has since grown to offer nearly 40 destinations across the nation. Connecting smaller, underserved airports to popular destinations is the name of the game with Avelo….

The Auberge Collection, a small collection of 25 luxury hotels and resorts around the globe, has added a dreamy 13th-century French chateau to its growing list of properties. Just before the peak summer season, the Domaine des Etangs hotel officially…

Despite listening to Taylor Swift’s music for her entire 17-year career, I had still never seen my favorite artist live. I couldn’t afford a ticket to her shows growing up, and it has been 5 years since she last went…