Air France to debut business-class mattress pads through hotel brand partnership
Fresh off of a glitzy reveal of its new long-haul first-class suites, Air France is announcing an upgrade for its international business class — one that should mean a better night’s sleep on flights to and from the French capital. The Paris-based carrier is partnering with a luxury hotel brand on new mattress pads for […]
How to use Appointment Scanner to find a Global Entry interview
Global Entry, which gives preapproved, low-risk travelers expedited clearance upon arrival in the U.S. from abroad, is the most popular Trusted Traveler Program run by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, with over 10 million members. In theory, it’s a straightforward process. Perhaps the biggest hurdle is the interview that first-time Global Entry applicants must schedule […]
United MileagePlus program: How to redeem miles for flights, hotels and more
Late last year, United MileagePlus made some changes to its benefits and elite status — and they weren’t all good. Still, United Airlines miles are easy to earn thanks to a suite of United credit cards and a couple of major transfer partners. You also can redeem miles across United’s vast network of domestic and […]
Chase Freedom quarterly categories: 2025 calendar
Chase Freedom Flex® (see rates and fees) and Chase Freedom* cardholders, rejoice: Fan favorite Amazon is back as a quarterly category for Q2 along with streaming services (for the first time in three years). Now through June 30, cardholders can earn bonus rewards on spending at Amazon and on select streaming services. These categories are […]
Fiji Airways officially joins AAdvantage, Oneworld alliance
The start of April will bring a new milestone for Fiji Airways, American Airlines AAdvantage loyalists — and other travelers who frequently fly aboard Oneworld alliance airlines. Beginning April 1, Fiji will become a full-fledged Oneworld member. That same day, the carrier will adopt AAdvantage as its loyalty program. The move comes about nine months […]
IHG is opening a new Vignette Collection hotel in Sicily this year
IHG Hotels & Resorts is embracing la dolce vita with a new property that overlooks the sea on the Italian island of Sicily. With plans to open in the second half of 2025, the 43-room Costa Irminia Retreat & Spa, Vignette Collection will feature a pair of swimming pools and a private beach club complete […]
How to redeem American Express Membership Rewards points for maximum value
Loyalty programs can be complex, and uncovering the best ways to maximize your card rewards can be difficult. For example, American Express Membership Rewards offers numerous redemption options through Amex’s transfer partners. However, figuring out the most valuable ways to use these points can be challenging. We’ll explore the strategies you should consider to maximize […]
Amex Membership Rewards: How to earn, redeem and transfer points
With an American Express card that earns lucrative Membership Rewards points, cardholders can redeem points through American Express Travel for hotels (including vacation rentals), car rentals, cruises and flights or opt to use their points for statement credits, gift cards and more. Whether you’re a points expert or not, you can also maximize your Membership […]
Staying at Four Seasons Hotel Boston
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How to Book a Cheap Hotel in 2025
As much as I love hostels, there is something nice about the luxuriousness of a hotel: the clean room, comfy bed, desk, iron, strong shower, and bottled soap for the taking (errr…I mean borrowing). They are a quiet, relaxing respite from the world. But luxury comes at a price. Hotels aren’t cheap and I hate […]