All Nippon Airways’ Mileage Club has long been regarded as one of the top options for maximizing American Express Membership Rewards points. It offers redemption rates that are often significantly lower than other Amex partners, like Avianca LifeMiles and Air Canada Aeroplan, with the peace of mind of published award charts. Although the program has quirks and an interface…
Flying from Newark hasn’t always been something to get excited about. From cramped and outdated terminals to inefficient security screening, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has long been near the bottom of the rankings for the world’s best airports. Yet that’s changing as part of a yearslong, multibillion-dollar redevelopment project. Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free…
Will I get seasick if I go on a cruise? That question was, unfortunately, not something I asked myself when I packed for my first ever sailing to Greece. And that ship rocked. It bounced. It rolled over the waves in a way that made my stomach feel like a water bottle being spun round and round. As I…
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. It’s pretty easy to stumble into — nay, hard to avoid — an advertisement from some company offering you free access to your personal credit score. They’re everywhere. And the federal government has mandated that you can get a free credit report from each of the three…
Starting 11 December 2023, Iberia will operate daily flights between Madrid and Doha, significantly increasing capacity between the two oneworld hubs
Holland America is taking inspiration from the 1920s for another epic cruise. The Seattle-based line on Tuesday revealed plans for a 42-night sailing from North America to the Mediterranean and back that mimics an ambitious voyage the line offered in 1925. Scheduled to kick off on Nov. 9, 2024, the 42-day Ultimate Mediterranean & Atlantic Passage itinerary, as it’s…
Dengue is a risk in many parts of Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Some countries are reporting increased numbers of cases of the disease. Travelers to the Americas can protect themselves by preventing mosquito bites.
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. The average American has four credit cards, according to Experian, the credit reporting agency. However, travel rewards enthusiasts may differ slightly from the average American regarding credit cards and may carry more than four cards. But if you’re new to points and miles or just taking it slowly,…
You’ve heard of loyalty programs — but have you heard of programs that reward you for being disloyal, in a roundabout way? Accor’s Ennismore collection — a group of lifestyle hotel brands that includes 21c Museum Hotels, The Hoxton, Mondrian, SLS, SO/ and Delano — is embracing the idea of disloyalty by launching an all-new paid membership program, cheekily…
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