Airports

After spending Christmas and New Year’s Eve in New England with family, my wife, 2 kids, and I were headed off on a bucket list trip to Hawaii! But, as you might expect, January weather in New England can often…

My family and I flew to San Francisco for a long weekend to visit my brother recently. Since I have a Southwest Companion Pass, that’s our go-to airline for most domestic trips and this was no exception. We flew into…

I recently went on my ultimate bucket list trip — the Galápagos Islands! These islands are about an hour and a half flight from mainland Ecuador, so I found myself in the Guayaquil José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE)…

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) served 25.1 million passengers in 2023 with over 9 million of them being international travelers. Most lounges at Dulles are operated by foreign carriers, but many can be accessed with a Priority Pass membership. Only…

Flying United Polaris business class has quickly become my favorite way to get back and forth between the U.S. and Brazil. As long as you don’t get “the old Polaris,” the seats and onboard experience are head and shoulders above…

New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one of the world’s busiest airports. It serves as a major hub for domestic flights, as well as a key gateway city for international departures. There are a variety of ways…

The dreaded pre-9 a.m. flight: many of us aren’t strangers to it, and even if you make early morning flights regularly, does it ever truly get easier? If you’re like the majority of frequent flyers, one of the only things…

For some time, the only U.S. credit card issuer to offer its own collection of premium airport lounges was American Express with its popular Centurion Lounges. Recently, however, Capital One has been making waves in the industry. Not only has…

Airport lounges are an integral part of any premium flight experience. The difference in the quality of lounges run or owned by an airline compared to lounges run by an airport or lounge operator can be staggering — the former…

Capital One made its airport lounge space debut in 2021, along with the launch of the premium Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card*. The first Capital One Lounge location is at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and doesn’t…

I had been waiting for what seemed like an eternity for the opening of the Centurion Lounge at London Heathrow Terminal 3. As soon as the new Centurion Lounge finally opened its doors in October 2021 (its opening had been…

If you’re flying somewhere in Europe via a transfer onto an Iberia flight from Madrid, then the Iberia Dalí Premium Lounge will be where you spend your time between flights. You can expect a far better experience than your average…

If you’re a seasoned traveler, you’ve probably heard of Priority Pass, one of the largest networks of airport lounges in the world. With more than 1,500 locations in its network, Priority Pass is one of the biggest names in the…

Travel in the U.K. is rebounding — one small step at a time. Now that things are beginning to return to normal, I was recently able to go to Spain and pass through London Heathrow’s Terminal 5 on the way….

United has opened its first United Polaris lounge at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Sterling, VA as of October 21, 2021. At over 21,000 square feet, this isn’t the largest United Polaris lounge United has in its network (San…

After spending several days in Florida with my wife and kids where we enjoyed a bit of Walt Disney World and relaxed at the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, it was time to continue our trip up north to New…

Joining the service comes with a lot of sacrifices, but it also comes with a lot of perks. We’ve talked a bit about those — from the best Chase and Amex cards for military members to discounts offered to active-duty…

Denver International Airport (DEN) is one of the major fortress airports in the U.S., home to nearly every major airline. To complement the travel experience, American Express has opened up its latest Centurion Lounge here, accessible to select cardholders prior…

For busy travelers, airport lounge access can make the difference between a relaxing journey and a stressful ordeal. Luckily, Aspire Lounge offers a respectable space for travelers and guests to relax and unwind. Aspire Lounges enable you to avoid crowded…

After a quick trip to Orlando, I found myself stuck at Orlando International Airport (MCO) for about 5 hours thanks to some rolling delays by American Airlines. When I travel with my kids, even a 1-hour delay can throw all…

Last month I flew from Rio de Janeiro to Miami, and after rechecking my bags and making my way through security at 5:00 a.m., I was in dire need of some fresh coffee and a place to freshen up. Although…