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Wyndham is leaning further into the extended stay segment with an agreement for 5 residence-style hotels in the U.S. Let’s look at this news and learn how you can book these new hotels with Wyndham points. Wyndham Residences Debut in…

World of Hyatt has historically had fewer all-inclusive options than rivals Marriott and Hilton. That has changed in recent years due to the acquisitions of AMR Collection and others. Now, the chain is expanding its all-inclusive segment through a partnership…

Porter Airlines, the Canadian airline based at Toronto’s Billy Bishop Airport (YTZ), has announced its largest winter schedule. The airline says it will offer up to 180 daily flights to 34 destinations — including several in the U.S. Let’s take a…

The low-cost Avelo Airlines is back with some big news. It is significantly expanding operations from Central Florida’s Lakeland International Airport (LAL), plus adding a new route to Salt Lake City (SLC). There’s a lot of news to cover, so…

If you’re a fan of The Venetian Resort Las Vegas and have some IHG One Rewards points to spend, you may want to use them now. IHG has announced that the resort will leave the IHG program next year. Let’s…

An ultra-luxe Ritz Carlton resort in the United Arab Emirates is reopening after substantial refreshes that added new villas, dining options, and entertainment. Let’s take a look at the resort and how you can book it with Marriott Bonvoy points!…

Low-cost carrier Norse Atlantic Airways is adding a new route (and resuming a former one) from its Los Angeles (LAX) gateway. Here’s what you need to know! Norse Atlantic Adds LAX-Rome; Resumes Oslo Norse Atlantic announced on October 21, 2024,…

Are you in Toronto or Montreal (or can you get there by car or flight)? If so, there’s a fantastic business class deal to Portugal — starting at just $1,278 round-trip! Here’s what you need to know. Fare Deal —…

Several U.S. airlines cleared a significant hurdle from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), which paves the way for longer flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Here’s what you need to know about the new routes. 5 Airlines…

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is planting its flag on the Greek island of Mykonos, as it plans to open a property there next year. Here’s what you need to know about this new luxury property. Four Seasons Resort Mykonos…

We have some big news out of the Big Apple today. The swanky Four Seasons hotel in Midtown Manhattan, closed since 2020, is reopening next month for guests. Before it opens, here’s everything you need to know about the ultra-luxe…

Marriott is expanding its footprint in Dubai by opening a brand new Renaissance Hotel. Here’s what you need to know about the new Renaissance Business Bay Hotel, Dubai. Renaissance Comes To Dubai Located in Downtown Dubai, the Renaissance Business Bay…

Some exciting news from Delta Air Lines. The Atlanta-based carrier has announced a first: nonstop flights from its Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) hub to Copenhagen (CPH) in Denmark. Additionally, Delta will bring back service between Los Angeles (LAX) and Shanghai (PVG) next summer….

Everyone loves Amex Offers, which are deals linked to your cards and allow you to earn statement credits or bonus Membership Rewards points. Now, American Express is offering a way to save money on purchases with Alaska Airlines when booked directly through…

Hilton recently announced that it would acquire Graduate Hotels, and the brand is already making big waves with new hotels on or near U.S. college campuses. The first Graduate hotel in Alabama has just opened near the campus of Auburn…

A new National Coffee Day promotion makes buying Delta gift cards more lucrative than usual. From now until October 2, 2024, anyone who buys $150+ in Delta gift cards will also receive a free $10 Starbucks eGift card (while supplies…

Want to stay in a restored château near Paris at a super-deep discount? IHG just opened a new InterContinental hotel in the French countryside, and rates start at just 50,000 points per night. Let’s take a look! New InterContinental Hotel…

IHG’s fast-growing Vignette Collection brand is coming to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. When it fully opens next year, Straylight Yas, Vignette Collection, will add nearly 1,400 rooms to IHG’s portfolio. Here’s a glimpse of the resort. Massive Resort Coming…

Some big news out of the Middle East today: IHG will open a whopping 80+-story tower in the Dubai Marina next year. Let’s take a look at the details behind this new Dubai hotel. The Tallest Tower Hotel Will Open…

Icelandair is expanding in the United States yet again — next year, the airline will begin service to Nashville (BNA). Here’s what you need to know about this exciting new route. Seasonal Service Begins in May 2025 Icelandair will begin…

IHG announced today, September 26, that it plans to open the first Garner hotel in Türkiye, near Istanbul Airport (IST), in 2025. Let’s take a look at this news. Garner Expands to Türkiye IHG has inked a deal for the…