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After a test phase recently, American Airlines now offers the ability to redeem coveted systemwide upgrade certificates online, a welcome change to frequent flyers. No more waiting on hold while praying award space doesn’t disappear. Here’s what you should know…

Lufthansa and the Italian government have reached an agreement on the sale of a large stake in ITA Airways. All that’s left before the Italian flag carrier becomes a part of the Lufthansa Group is an official approval from the…

As of November 11, 2024, U.S. Bank has made the decision to stop accepting applications for the U.S. Bank Altitude^® Reserve Visa Infinite^® Card. As of now, this doesn’t affect existing cardholders. Here is a look at what this means for…

Netherlands-based KLM is expanding its service on the West Coast, with flights to San Diego (SAN) launching next year. Here’s what to know about the new route! 3 New KLM Routes From Amsterdam KLM has announced 3x weekly flights between…

Greyhound has announced a fleet of 60 brand-new buses as it plans to upgrade its aging fleet in the next few years. Let’s take a look! Greyhound Adds Passenger-Friendly Upgrades to New Buses Greyhound is rolling out dozens of new buses,…

Tahiti is a dream destination for many travelers, but getting there can be expensive. Well, thanks to some fresh award availability and a sale on miles, you can book flights to paradise in business class for 75% off retail prices….

Wyndham Rewards has announced the launch of Wyndham Travel Packages, a new platform that allows program members to book hotels, flights, car rentals, and more in a single place. Here’s a look at everything you need to know. Wyndham Travel…

The ultra-luxe Mondrian brand is debuting in Australia with the opening of the Mondrian Gold Coast, scheduled for 2025. Let’s take a look at this new resort coming to Australia’s Gold Coast next year. Swanky Ennismore Brand Opening in Australia…

Earned any Alaska Airlines miles recently? If so, you may be able to multiply those Mileage Plan miles by up to 8x with up to a 30% discount. This promotion is essentially a way to buy Alaska Airlines miles by…

The more credit cards I get and the longer I am in the points and miles game, the more I appreciate easy-to-use benefits. That’s why I love the digital entertainment credit on The Platinum Card^® from American Express. This annual…

There’s a new way to spend your Virgin Points. Virgin Red members can now redeem points on stays at 6 additional hotels in the U.S. and U.K. “We’re thrilled to expand our offering by giving members the chance to turn…

Chase’s lauded Sapphire Lounges are expanding. After making its U.S. debut in Boston in 2023, the issuer has been on a tear lately, opening permanent locations at LaGuardia Airport (LGA), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), and Washington Dulles (IAD)….

Using Apple AirTags to track luggage is about to become easier. That’s because Apple has introduced a feature that can share the location of an AirTag with airlines. Up to now, users could put an AirTag in their luggage, track…

When it comes to cash-back credit cards, the typical standard is 2% cash-back on all purchases. Some issuers, like Robinhood, have made waves lately by announcing a card that earns 3% cash-back on all purchases. Now, U.S. Bank has blown…

Business class deals pop up every so often — and we’ve found some great award availability to and from Amsterdam in late 2024 and early 2025. These lie-flat seats are bookable with miles on United Airlines’ nonstop routes between the…

If you enjoy skiing and have a passion for the slopes of Colorado, you’ll be excited to hear that Amtrak has announced the return of its popular Winter Park Express train for the winter 2024-25 season, making it easy for…

One of the easiest ways to improve your hotel stay across multiple brands is through a status match. Now, one of the easiest hotel status matches is going away, thanks to a change from Wyndham Rewards. Presently, anyone with Wyndham…

Are you looking to save some money on your next trip? Priceline’s first-ever “10 Days of Deals” will provide customers with significant savings: up to 99% off every day, especially on Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Travel Tuesday. Let’s take…

In November 2021, Capital One introduced the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card* as its foray into the premium travel rewards card market. The card looked incredibly promising, so I submitted my application the day it became available to…

There’s a new targeted offer out for those who hold an Apple Card, and it offers up to 5% Daily Cash back on all purchases through April 30, 2025. While not everyone will get this offer, for those that do,…

Different from your typical airport lounge, there’s a mostly outdoor space at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) called the Chase Sapphire Terrace. It opened in late March 2023, but this space will become public — aka, no longer a Chase…