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Marriott has shared that the brand-new JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa has opened on the popular beach island of Jeju in South Korea. “We are delighted to introduce the JW Marriott brand to Jeju Island, one of South Korea’s…

Disney Cruise Line announced on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, that it would base its still-unnamed new ship in Singapore for at least 5 years starting in 2025. “This is a very exciting year for The Walt Disney Company — 2023…

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…

Apple is the latest company to get in on the buy now, pay later trend with its newest service known as Apple Pay Later. “There’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to how people manage their finances. Many people are…

IHG has opened its first hotel on the island of Guam. The all-new Crowne Plaza Resort welcomed its first guests on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. “We very much look forward to introducing our beautiful new resort experience to local residents…

JW Marriott has opened its first property in Spain with a new hotel near the Puerta del Sol in the heart of Madrid. Let’s take a look at the new hotel and how you can book a stay! JW Marriott…

Saudi Arabia, a country with huge plans to rebrand itself as a global tourist destination, is to welcome a third Rosewood property. The Rosewood Hotels and Resort — one of the most prestigious luxury lifestyle brands in the world —…

Wyndham Rewards has made a customer-friendly change for its members. Certain Club Wyndham properties are available for booking at just 7,500 Wyndham Rewards points per night — a 50% savings over the previous “Go Free Condo Award” rates, as first…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Both personal IHG co-branded cards, the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card and the IHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card, have increased welcome bonus offers — but they’re ending…

The start-up low-cost carrier Breeze Airways will launch a new route to and from Charleston — but it’s not what you’re thinking. Here’s what you need to know! Breeze Adds Charleston, West Virginia to Route Map Breeze Airways announced on…

Hyatt is continuing its strategic luxury and all-inclusive brand growth in Mexico, aiming to augment its presence by 30% by 2025. That’s excellent news for Hyatt loyalists, who will see plenty of exciting new properties across Mexico starting later this…

Any skier or snowboarder knows that a trip to the slopes is much more than just showing up ready to shred. You have to have a full set of gear to have a successful trip, and if you’re not an…

A pair of European airlines have announced plans to start charging business class customers for choosing their seats in advance. Air France and KLM’s new policy — which is sure to be met with derision by premium passengers — will…

Airline: United Airlines Aircraft: Boeing 777-200 Flight #: UA 164 Route: Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) Date: Saturday, March 25, 2023 Duration: 12 hours and 27 minutes Cabin + Layout: Economy Class; 156 seats in…

Amtrak recently closed its Washington, D.C. Union Station Lounge for several weeks for refurbishment, and the lounge has reopened this week with some minor changes. This lounge has been one of Amtrak’s older lounges that has gone without refurbishment for…

Update: The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Qantas is offering double points or status credits for bookings made by March 28, 2023. If you’re able to plan ahead and book your flights now, you’ll be…

The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne, the second Ritz-Carlton hotel in Australia, has officially opened its doors. Described as “an oasis of elevated luxury in the heart of the metropolis,” the newest addition to the Ritz-Carlton brand aims to please. Here’s everything you…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Greek carrier Aegean Airlines is offering an attractive sale where you can save up to €100 (~$108 USD) on round-trip flights from Greece to all international destinations served by…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Citi cardholders, check your Citi Merchant Offers for $50 back on JetBlue Airways.  Citi has been on the slow slide of rolling out attractive travel Merchant Offers, but this…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. Two of Chase’s most popular business credit cards, the Ink Business Cash^® Credit Card and the Ink Business Unlimited^® Credit Card, have a lot to offer cardholders, and come…

IHG says it will develop 3 new hotels in Egypt from this year through 2026. Egypt is one of the Middle East’s fastest growing travel destinations, so it makes sense that IHG would choose to expand in the country. Let’s…