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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 —…

I love hotels. A simple hotel room can offer an escape from my daily duties, a base camp for an adventure, or a relaxing oasis. It’s a real treat when I secure a free hotel night, especially at a luxury…

Emirates’ outdated 2-3-2 layout is finally on its way out. The first of the airline’s retrofitted Boeing 777-300s with all-new business class debuted earlier than scheduled on a flight from Dubai (DXB) to Geneva (GVA) on August 7, 2024. The…

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…

After months of teasers and slowly releasing information about Epic Universe, Universal has finally set an opening date for its brand-new theme park: May 22, 2025. This is earlier than many people were anticipating, so if you want to explore…

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…

Virgin Voyages, which caters to adults only, has launched a new status-matching option with over a dozen competing cruise loyalty programs. This is an excellent opportunity for existing elite status members to gain additional benefits through the equivalent tier status…

During its Globbal Halloween Sale, Norse Atlantic Airways is offering low (even lower than usual!) tickets to Europe when using the promo code TREAT24. Eligible travel dates run from October 17, 2024, to March 31, 2025. These prices include economy…

It’s getting much easier for top-tier Medallion members to choose their Choice Benefits, 1 of the best perks of this elite status program. Delta Air Lines quietly announced that starting February 1, 2025, Platinum and Diamond Medallion members can choose…

HSBC credit cards don’t get the same attention as those from other issuers. However, it’s worth taking a fresh look at the issuer, now that it has refreshed its 2 credit cards available in the U.S. The HSBC Elite credit…

The Blue Business^® Plus Credit Card from American Express is fantastic for small business owners who want to avoid hefty annual fees on their credit cards. That’s because the card offers a generous 2x points on eligible purchases, up to…

IHG has expanded its luxury portfolio in the U.S. by introducing the prestigious Regent brand. The Regent Santa Monica Beach is now open and has the distinction of being the first Regent hotel in the U.S. after a long absence….

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…

The American Express^® Gold Card, a beloved travel rewards card in the American Express lineup, received a major refresh in July. Among the changes were a variety of new credits and an elevated 60,000-point welcome bonus upon meeting minimum spending requirements. With this…

Cathay Pacific has revealed the new business class seat to be installed on the backbone of its long-haul fleet, the Boeing 777-300ER. The airline calls it the Aria Suite and unveiled it during an event held at its home base…

You can often earn airline miles instead of hotel points on your stays, and with a new promotion from American Airlines and Marriott you can earn up to 2,000 bonus American Airlines AAdvantage miles instead of Marriott Bonvoy points on Marriott stays…

With the merger of Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, we figured changes were in store for Alaska’s Mileage Plan loyalty program. Now, the airline has confirmed that Mileage Plan will be the sole program for both airlines after the merger…

Hyatt has introduced yet another way to reward its loyal World of Hyatt members with even more points. Starting today, World of Hyatt members can earn points by completing a Peloton workout at over 700 participating hotels globally. Here’s how…

The Business Platinum Card^® from American Express is an outstanding option for business owners who want to earn valuable rewards and access a long list of benefits. The welcome bonus offer can change regularly, so if you’re able to find…

Qantas has announced an update that will bring about changes to its entire global route network in 2025. The update features a noteworthy increase in the number of seats available on flights to the U.S. “This growth is good news…

At first, I was excited to learn about the “enhanced” relationship between Hyatt and American Airlines that will take effect in 2025. After all, they are my favorite hotel chain and airline, and I have status in each program (Hyatt…