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Some big news out of the Middle East today: IHG will open a whopping 80+-story tower in the Dubai Marina next year. Let’s take a look at the details behind this new Dubai hotel. The Tallest Tower Hotel Will Open…

Hilton has just launched a promotion that offers instant Hilton Honors Diamond status for eligible business accounts, with the ability to extend that status through March 2026. Here are the details of the promotion, who is eligible, and what Hilton…

Icelandair is expanding in the United States yet again — next year, the airline will begin service to Nashville (BNA). Here’s what you need to know about this exciting new route. Seasonal Service Begins in May 2025 Icelandair will begin…

IHG announced today, September 26, that it plans to open the first Garner hotel in Türkiye, near Istanbul Airport (IST), in 2025. Let’s take a look at this news. Garner Expands to Türkiye IHG has inked a deal for the…

For a limited time, Rakuten is offering 15% cash-back on purchases from Dell. But wait, there’s more. Rakuten offers the option to earn rewards through American Express Membership Rewards points, which can often represent a much better value. Let’s dig…

There’s never been a better time to consider adding Chase’s Aeroplan^® Credit Card to your wallet. For a limited time only, successful new card applicants will enjoy a welcome bonus offer of up to 100,000 bonus points. The Aeroplan card…

We’re big fans of Disney at Upgraded Points, which is why we’re glad to see that Chase and Disney are out with new welcome offers on their co-branded credit cards. While these may not be as popular as some other…

It’s very rare to find mistake fares these days, and it is even less common to find them when booking award tickets. Right now, you can book flights between Washington, D.C. (IAD) and Abu Dhabi (AUH) for just 20,000 miles…

Wyndham Rewards is back with a new promotion where you can earn up to 15,000 bonus points for stays through January 20, 2025. If you earn the maximum number of bonus points through this offer, you’ll have enough points to…

More airlines are rolling out complimentary Wi-Fi on flights, and Air France is finally joining the club. The Paris-based airline will “progressively roll out an ultra-high-speed connectivity service” on its flights, beginning in the summer of 2025. Here’s what you…

When I first heard about changes and an increased fee on the American Express^® Gold Card, I immediately made up my mind to cancel the card when the next annual fee rolls around. That should be any day now, since my…

Travelers, rejoice! Chicago’s Midway Airport finally has a lounge. The Club MDW is now open, and Upgraded Points was invited to get a first look at this new airport lounge prior to opening day. The new 3,265-square-foot lounge celebrates Chicago’s…

Oman Air may not have the world’s largest route network, but it’s been expanding in recent years — and that includes its decision to join Oneworld. While it’s not a member yet, you can now redeem your Alaska Airlines miles…

Choice Hotels may not be the first chain you think of when you want to book a stay, but its Choice Privileges program offers decent value, and its award redemptions can be a downright steal. Now, a new promotion from…

The SkyTeam alliance has signed a deal with the Eurostar train network in Europe, marking its first non-airline partner. The tie-up should lead to greater connectivity throughout the continent and more seamless travel for SkyTeam flyers and rail travelers alike….

Marriott Bonvoy members will soon have an ultra-luxury option in the Caribbean, which is great news for those visiting Punta Cana next summer. Here’s everything you need to know! New Punta Cana St. Regis Resort Is Open for Reservations The…

Wells Fargo Rewards just gained another popular transfer partner this morning. Starting today, cardmembers can transfer their Wells Fargo Rewards points at a 1:1 ratio to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club and Virgin Red. Both loyalty programs are owned by the…

Renting a car can offer convenience while traveling, but you have to be careful to avoid unexpected fees. I rented from Avis for years for its competitive pricing and perks, but encountered a surprise $450 cleaning fee when I returned…

JetSmart, the South American budget carrier based in Santiago, Chile, has joined the American AAdvantage program. This means AAdvantage members will now be able to earn redeemable miles and Loyalty Points when booking flights with JetSmart. Here’s what you need…

Marriott is bringing its high-end Luxury Collection brand to Macau in January of next year. Here’s what you need to know about this upcoming hotel! Macau’s First Luxury Collection Hotel Marking the debut of the Luxury Collection brand in Macau,…

After a long, pandemic-induced slump, Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific is expanding once again in North America, one of its most important markets globally. Starting next spring, the airline will offer nonstop flights between its base in Hong Kong and Dallas-Fort…