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If I can, so can you: 6 surprising things I did to earn top-tier United status
I have a confession: When I first joined the TPG team in 2018, I was as faithful as a fox — at least when it came to airline loyalty programs. In fact, I seldom bothered to add my frequent flyer number to reservations since I rarely flew the same airline more than once or twice a year. Fortunately, I’ve…
The $1.7 trillion omnibus spending bill contains big perks for the travel industry
After all the politics and posturing associated with the $1.7 trillion government funding package, it can be easy to miss some of the budget line items in the 4,155-page bill. We’re happy to report that the omnibus spending bill includes big wins for both travelers and the travel industry. Among the highlights is a new assistant secretary of travel…
Fly to St. Thomas from multiple US cities for as low as $275
Get away from the cold with this deal: Flights to St. Thomas are as low as $275 from multiple U.S. cities. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are offering discounted fares to the U.S. Virgin Islands from multiple U.S. cities including Seattle, Nashville and Washington. CHWHEATLEY/GETTY IMAGES The travel dates are generally from January to March, but…
Why you might want to buy miles with a bonus if you’re chasing United elite status next year
When United announced that it would be reverting to its pre-pandemic status requirements for the 2023 calendar year, the news came with mixed reactions. With higher Premier qualifying point requirements for status (i.e., status becoming more expensive), fewer members could qualify for Premier status, especially for top-tier Premier 1K. That’s good news for travelers who far surpass their respective…
French DGA Awards Contract for Future Combat Air System Demonstrator Phase 1B
French DGA Awards Contract for Future Combat Air System Demonstrator Phase 1B.
Parent company of Carnival, Princess, Holland America is dialing back new cruise ship orders
It’s official: The days of go-go growth at cruise giant Carnival Corporation are over — at least for a few years. The debt-laden parent company of Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America and six other major cruise brands won’t be ordering many new ships for delivery over the rest of the decade, CEO Josh Weinstein suggested on Wednesday…
Royal Caribbean cruise ship cabin and suite guide: Everything you want to know
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Picking a cabin on a Royal Caribbean ship can be a daunting task. For starters, there is an eye-popping number of cabins available on many Royal Caribbean ships. The line is known for operating the world’s biggest cruise vessels — ships so big that some…
Southwest Airlines Monitors Winter Storm Elliott
As Winter Storm Elliott marches eastward, Southwest has implemented operational adjustments to its schedule through Dec. 23.
Finavia names Jessica Diktonius as Communications and Marketing Director
Jessica Diktonius has been appointed as Finavia’s Communications and Marketing Director and a member of Finavia’s Executive Group from 1 March 2023.