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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…

The Platinum Card^® from American Express is the gift that keeps on giving. Cardholders now have the option of free or discounted access to 3 additional digital entertainment channels: Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu.  The latest additions are among the most…

Update: Please see the most recent development in this story: Spirit Terminates Frontier Merger, Will Move Forward With JetBlue. We were barely getting used to the thought of low-cost giants Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines merging to create 1 giant…

U.S. Bank has just shared the details of a new welcome bonus for the U.S. Bank Cash+^® Visa Signature^® Card. While U.S. Bank credit cards might not get nearly as much attention as other issuers, the U.S. Bank Cash+ Signature…

Delta Air Lines has announced 2 new routes from New York (JFK): Kansas City (MCI) and Milwaukee (MKE). Both of the routes will launch on June 6, 2022, and will operate once daily — here’s the rest of what you…

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….

Less than a year ago, Hyatt announced that it was finalizing a $2.7 billion acquisition of Apple Leisure Group, which would bring over 100 new all-inclusive resort-style properties to the portfolio. Now, these hotels are starting to become integrated into…

Update: JetBlue’s service between Boston and Gatwick has been delayed to August 22, 2022, and service between Boston and Heathrow has been delayed to September 20, 2022.  Following the successful launch of the carrier’s first-ever transatlantic flights between New York…

Italian start-up airline ITA has officially begun flying long-haul routes from its base in Milan-Malpensa (MXP). On April 2, 2022, the airline’s first nonstop long-haul flight from the northern Italian city landed at New York’s Kennedy Airport (JFK). The airline…

American Airlines will be launching nonstop flights from Miami to Ocho Rios, Jamaica. The new flight will bring customers to resorts throughout the island and will be the third destination in Jamaica that American will serve. The Flight The flight…

After an almost 2-year hiatus, American Airlines is once again flying nonstop between its hub in Philadelphia (PHL) and the popular Portuguese capital of Lisbon (LIS). After the route was originally launched, it proved popular among travelers looking to explore…

After the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Delta Air Lines made some tweaks to its SkyMiles program to make it easier for flyers to achieve and maintain Medallion elite status. Now, it’s making 1 of those changes permanent, in addition…

Update: The offers mentioned below have expired and are no longer avilable.  The recently launched World of Hyatt Business Credit Card is a great option for traveling business owners who often stay at Hyatt hotels thanks to its perks and earning…

Update:The offer mentioned below has expired and is no longer available. For a limited time, StatusMatch.com is offering the opportunity to match your elite status to Royal Air Maroc’s Safar Flyer program. While you may not think having Royal Air…

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…

Air Tahiti Nui is set to launch nonstop flights between Papeete (PPT) in French Polynesia and Seattle (SEA) starting October 4, 2022. Seattle will join Los Angeles (LAX) as the airline’s second U.S. destination. Building on this move, Alaska Airlines…

Bilt Rewards has partnered with Wells Fargo & Company to issue a co-branded credit card to allow members to pay for their rent and earn points with no transaction fee at any rental property in the U.S. Since its entrance…

Building on its current flight from Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Sydney (SYD), Qantas will add a second flight from the airport — this time to Melbourne (MEL), one of Australia’s 3 transpacific gateway cities. The Timing The new service to…

Capital One is launching its Capital One Entertainment program for eligible cardholders. The new entertainment platform will provide 2 things for cardmembers — access to events worldwide and also the ability to use miles or cash back earned through individual…

Alaska Airlines plans to retire its Airbus family of aircraft as well as its Bombardier Q400 propeller aircraft by the end of 2023 in an effort to simplify the fleet to save on costs. Current Fleet Alaska Airlines is the…