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Is hotel elite status worth it anymore?

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Once a sought-after achievement for travelers both frequent and occasional, most hotel elite status levels no longer have that same super-exclusive allure. It is easier to come by hotel elite status than ever before thanks both to numerous hotel credit cards that offer it as a perk,…

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Virgin Atlantic announces new routes to the Maldives and Turks and Caicos Islands

Beginning October 2023, Virgin Atlantic will fly to the captivating islands of the Maldives and Turks and Caicos. Opening up a new world of tropical possibilities, a seasonal three-times-weekly service will operate between London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) and the Maldives. Tickets will go on sale Nov. 30, 2022, for flights commencing Oct. 22, 2023. The peak time to visit…

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The best travel credit cards in Canada

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The options may differ from those in the United States, but Canadians with wanderlust have no shortage of rewards-earning credit cards. Whether you’re looking for cash back, nearly-free flights or hotel stays, there are credit cards that can help you accomplish your travel goals. There…

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Qatar Airways unveils new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4

Qatar Airways has unveiled new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4 roundabout . The branding features a 9-metre long Boeing 777-9 scaled model aircraft, placed above a 12-metre LED screen to highlight Qatar Airways’ products, services, destinations, and marketing campaigns. It also showcases the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 logo to promote the airline’s official partnership with FIFA.

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Is a cruise itinerary change worth $4,000? This Regent passenger says it is

When he was told about some unusual itinerary changes to his upcoming luxury Baltic Sea cruise aboard Regent Seven Seas Splendor, Rick Miller was disappointed. Then, when Regent Seven Seas Cruises proposed compensation for the altered schedule that Miller found unacceptable, his disappointment turned to anger.  He says the cruise line reduced the number of nights of the voyage…

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What’s New: Vietnam’s latest hotel openings

Following the pandemic, Vietnam has seen a surge in tourism, which has resulted in the opening of new hotels and resorts all throughout the country. In the upcoming years, a number of fantastic new hotels are also expected to open. From the capital Hanoi in the north, to the central coast and down to Ho Chi Minh City below…

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How to track your points and perks on American Express cards

Keeping track of every benefit on your credit card can seem like a full-time job. The more credit cards you have, the more this feels true. A key question in tracking your points earnings and credit card benefits is where to find them. American Express recently updated the options available for tracking these details on select cobranded credit cards…

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