TUI Signs Pool Program Contract for Embraer E195-E2 Aircraft
TUI Signs Pool Program Contract for Embraer E195-E2 Aircraft.
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Hyatt’s latest takeover plans would expand its footprint in New York City and beyond
Hyatt’s shopping spree for new brands isn’t over. The Chicago-based hotel giant plans to buy the smaller Dream Hotel Group’s lifestyle hotel brand and management platform in a deal that could go for as much as $300 million, the companies announced Tuesday. Dream Hotel Group’s hotels operate largely in the lifestyle segment — hotels that focus on heightened food…
Icelandair adds Detroit as newest US route
Icelandair is adding Motor City to its growing list of U.S. routes. The national carrier of Iceland will offer seasonal flights from Detroit to Reykjavik starting May 18, 2023. These six-hour, nonstop flights will go out of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) four times a week on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays through Oct. 30, 2023. Flights will…
In Spain, Cheap High-Speed Rail Is Now the Norm
Iryo, a new high-speed rail company in Spain, joins the country’s already plentiful options for fast, affordable train service. | Frommer’s
Here are the best Travel Tuesday flight deals
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, updated with new information and offers. If you missed out on the flurry of Black Friday deals multiple airlines released last week, there’s no need to fear: Many airlines are offering discounted fares for Travel Tuesday and have extended their Cyber Monday deals. You can still book your dream vacation to Europe…
Love it or leave it: TPG senior reporter Zach Griff’s elite status plans for 2023
As 2022 comes to a close, it’s time to start planning how you’ll requalify for elite status next year. Many major airlines and hotel groups have already announced changes to their loyalty programs for 2023, and they’re not necessarily pretty. Across the board, we’re seeing increased status thresholds and a return to pre-pandemic expectations for earning status. As such,…
Hawaii volcano erupting for first time in nearly 40 years; what’s the travel impact?
Although the world’s largest active volcano, Mauna Loa, continues to erupt on the island of Hawaii for the first time in nearly 40 years, the effect on flights, hotels and cruises thus far has been fairly minimal. Of course, that could change. Here’s what you need to know. Can I travel to Hawaii? Despite the state’s Department of Transportation…
Low-cost Norse Airways will launch flights between New York and Paris
Competition is heating up over Paris. Low-cost Norse Atlantic Airways said Tuesday that it will launch flights between New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) and Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) beginning in March. The announcement comes less than two weeks after New York-based JetBlue similarly revealed plans to fly between New York and Paris, throwing new competition…
Round-trip flights to Alaska starting at $157
From picturesque snowcapped mountains to abundant wildlife, Alaska is rich in natural beauty. The only thing better than traveling to Alaska is traveling to Alaska at a discounted flight price. Luckily, round-trip fares to several cities in the Last Frontier are now as low as $157. Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are offering discounted fares to…
Escape to Florida this winter with flights starting at less than $100
Winter is here, which means you may be dreaming of your next warm-weather getaway. With round-trip flights for less than $100 to eight cities across Florida — including Tampa, Orlando and Fort Myers — now’s the time for your Florida escape. This is a timely deal expected to expire within 24 hours, so be sure to book ASAP or…