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British Airways’ second-most exclusive lounge at Heathrow has undergone a makeover with more than just a lick of paint. The refresh of the Galleries First Lounge in Terminal 5 at London Heathrow was completed in November, and we got to…

The all-suite Staybridge Suites has opened its first French location in the town of Cannes. Here’s what you need to know about the hotel and how to book with points. Debut of Staybridge Suites Brand in France Staybridge Suites Cannes…

Gobal Airlines has revealed a sneak preview of what we can expect from inside its Airbus A380s. The London-based airline start-up that has captured the attention of the aviation industry has selected U.K.-based Factorydesign to spearhead the design and development…

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is returning to Shanghai with a new property scheduled to open in the coming years. Here’s what you need to know! Four Seasons Hotel in Shanghai, China Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai will have 160 guest…

JW Marriott is making a big splash in central China, opening its second hotel in Xi’an in 2023. Here’s what you need to know. Second JW Marriott Hotel Now Open in Xi’an JW Marriott Hotel Xi’an Southwest has 292 rooms and…

TSA PreCheck officially added Norse Atlantic Airways to its list of participating airlines as of Tuesday, December 19, 2023. With the low-cost, long-haul carrier’s addition to the roster of almost 100 airlines, travelers checking in for flights to Europe will…

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If you fly Alaska Airlines, be aware that the airline soon will be instituting increased fees for checked baggage. While it’s common to pay for checked baggage on most U.S. airlines, it’s unfortunate to see them increase. These higher fees…

We’re all about points and miles here at Upgraded Points, which is why you’ll see an absolute deluge of guides instructing you how to make the best redemptions, find the best hotels, and book the best flights. But points and…

Marriott has just opened a new AC Hotels property in Naples, Florida. Here’s what you need to know. Save 15% With New Hotel Promo AC Hotel Naples 5th Avenue has 150 guest rooms and suites, with some offering private balconies….

Hyatt is debuting its high-end Unbound Collection brand in Davos, Switzerland. Let’s check out this historic hotel — and how to book it with World of Hyatt points! Flüela Davos Is Switzerland’s Fourth Hyatt-Branded Hotel Hotel Flüela Davos has 51…

Marriott has inked deals for The St. Regis Qiandao Lake and the AC Hotel by Marriott Qiandao Lake in Zhejiang Province, eastern China. Here’s what to know about both hotels. Scheduled To Open in Late 2026 The St. Regis Qiandao…

Do you remember when Southwest Airlines had a total operational meltdown last year around the holidays? The Department of Transportation hasn’t forgotten, and it just announced a $140 million civil penalty against Southwest. As a result, there’s now a new…

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Etihad and Maldivian, the flag carrier airline of the Maldives, have joined forces to simplify travel to and from the Maldivian archipelago, in the name of a bilateral interline agreement. This means that travelers visiting the Maldives will be able to connect seamlessly…

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Some big news from Delta Air Lines — the Atlanta-based carrier is reportedly bringing its Sky Club lounge network to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) in 2024. Here’s what you need to know. Lounge Will Reportedly Be in New Concourse…

Hilton has officially inked a deal for the Tru by Hilton Bariloche in Patagonia, Argentina, slated for opening in 2027. Here’s what you need to know about the hotel. New Tru by Hilton Location in Patagonia by 2027 The 130-room…

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If you’re an aviation buff, you’ll find this really interesting. For the last 20 or so years, Delta Air Lines has offered trading cards for its aircraft fleet. You can collect all the different cards for a fun way to…

Finding a way to use the semi-annual Dell credits offered by The Business Platinum Card^® from American Express can be difficult. After all, how many extra monitors do you need? Fortunately for you, we’re experts at sifting through sales (and…