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Update: Please see the most recent development in this story: Spirit Terminates Frontier Merger, Will Move Forward With JetBlue. Spirit Airlines is all-in on its planned merger with Frontier Airlines after a surprise bid from JetBlue Airways. The airline’s board…

More Russian airlines are feeling the heat from the country’s war against Ukraine. Just days after a Russian airline was suspended from the Oneworld alliance, SkyTeam has announced Russia’s largest airline has also been suspended from its alliance. Here’s what…

There is more bad news for Russian airlines in the face of the country’s invasion of Ukraine. S7 Airlines, one of Russia’s largest carriers, announced that its membership in the Oneworld alliance is suspended. Here’s what this announcement means. S7…

Hyatt is expanding its portfolio in Europe and recently announced plans for a Thompson hotel in Vienna, Austria. There are a lot of exciting details, so let’s dive right in! Hyatt Announces Plan for Thompson Vienna Hyatt has announced that…

Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Want an easy way to earn some miles? Not a Delta SkyMiles member? Well, you’re in luck because the program is running a new promotion just for new…

Marriott is making a sizable investment in a handful of properties in Canada. The hotel chain is modernizing 3 Canadian Sheraton properties — 1 in Montréal and 2 in Toronto — as travel rebounds during the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s everything…

Southwest Airlines is a popular option for travelers seeking budget deals and no assigned seating. The Dallas-based airline announced that it would be adding service to several popular destinations, just in time for summer travel. Here’s a breakdown of the…

Alaska Airlines says it’s about to get a lot easier (and cheaper) to connect to the internet on its flights. The SeaTac-based airline just announced that Wi-Fi on most of its jets will now cost just $8. Let’s dive in to…

Hilton has just inked a deal for a new high-end hotel, and it’s headed Down Under. The chain has announced that construction has begun on the Waldorf Astoria Sydney, part of AW One Circular Quay’s mixed-use development, One Circular Quay….

A new hotel in Miami is now open, and if you’re an IHG One Rewards loyalist (or enjoy a good deal), you’ll want to pay attention. Let’s dig into all of the details! IHG Opens Atwell Suites Miami Brickell IHG…

Dropping off your checked baggage at the airport before a flight has often been a confusing — and even frustrating — process. It may be unclear which line you’re supposed to be in, and those lines can often be very…

Many travelers thought the beloved Airbus A380 was yet another tragic casualty of the coronavirus pandemic. However, the world’s largest commercial airliner has some life in it yet — and 1 Middle Eastern airline is actually bringing some of its…

Update: As of July 2022, this development has now been acquired by Accor and is now expected to include a Faena hotel. New York City has no shortage of luxury hotels, but a new one is coming to the Big…

Having TSA PreCheck can genuinely change the way you travel. The program, run by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), allows travelers the agency considers “low-risk” to go through a security screening without removing their shoes, liquids, or laptops from their…

A brand new airline is about to offer another way to fly from the U.S. to the Dominican Republic. Arajet is a new ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) based in the Dominican Republic that plans to begin operations from its base at…

Few people associate airplanes with healthy food options. But, Delta Air Lines is leaning toward healthier and more sustainable options for flyers as it announces new plant-based options on some routes. Here’s what you need to know about these new…

Europe-based MSC Cruises has announced that it’s coming to New York City and will begin offering year-round sailings starting April 2023. There’s a lot to unpack, so let’s dive into the details. MSC Cruises Will Sail From New York City…

If you’re like us and love it when airlines announce new flight routes, you’re going to want to keep reading. Start-up airline Breeze just announced that it will add a whopping 35 routes from 10 new cities. Let’s take a…

Canadian airline WestJet announced that it would acquire another Canadian airline, the low-cost carrier Sunwing. WestJet will also acquire Sunwing’s vacation package arm, Sunwing Vacations. Here’s what you need to know. WestJet Acquires Sunwing WestJet is a relatively new airline,…

Dropping off bags at the airport is about to get easier for travelers when flying United Airlines in select cities. The Chicago-based airline announced that it’s rolling out a new bag drop system where customers can skip the line and…

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has shared the details of 2 brand-new properties in the U.S., located in very different parts of the country. In Florida, the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale is now open for guests, and…