Universal Helios Grand Hotel opens April 16
In addition to themed experiences and innovative rides based on some of the world’s most popular movie and video game franchises, Universal Epic Universe is home to three new hotels. Though Universal Orlando’s newest theme park isn’t scheduled to open until May 22, the hotels will welcome guests ahead of the grand opening. Two of […]
Nearly 200,000 fewer Europeans flew to the US in March, new data shows
Europeans are joining the increasingly global cohort of travelers opting not to take trips to the U.S. Roughly 178,000 fewer Western Europeans arrived in the U.S. by air in March compared to last year, new data from the U.S. International Trade Administration shows. That represents a 17.4% drop to 846,577 travelers. Visitors to the U.S. […]
First look at Air France’s new La Premiere first class, including video
Editor’s note: The Points Guy was invited on the Air France new La Premiere inaugural as a guest of the airline, but all opinions expressed are entirely those of TPG staff and were not subject to review by the airline or any other external entity. Air France’s stunning new La Premiere first-class seats flew their […]
Frontier Airlines makes selects its new first-class seats
Frontier Airlines has officially picked a first-class seat for its planes. The Denver-based ultra-low-cost carrier announced April 8 that it’s partnering with Italian seat manufacturer Geven on its first-ever premium seats. The new, spacious recliners are set to begin joining the airline’s fleet during the final months of 2025. Pro tips: The biggest mistakes people […]
This time it’s for real: Real ID deadline now less than a month away
Real ID is coming — and it’s time to get serious about keeping your identification current. This much-delayed rollout of new security standards for driver’s licenses and state identification cards will go into effect May 7. Travelers’ identification cards will have to meet Real ID standards in order to be used for federal purposes, including […]
Hyatt Guest of Honor award: How to earn and use this benefit
Hyatt has a relatively small footprint compared to Marriott and Hilton. But where Hyatt really shines is its loyalty program, World of Hyatt. Not only does the Hyatt award chart offer great value, but Hyatt also offers a unique Guest of Honor perk that lets members occasionally enjoy top-tier Globalist benefits without having Hyatt Globalist […]
International connections in US may (slowly) be getting easier
Travel just got a lot easier for passengers flying from Australia to Southern California. American Airlines on Tuesday announced a new initiative with U.S. Customs and Border Protection that will allow passengers to skip the time-consuming baggage recheck at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) — a process bemoaned by passengers in between a long-haul international […]
The Most Instagrammable Photo Spots in Chefchaouen
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How valuable is a Priority Pass lounge membership?
If you’ve ever found yourself languishing, bored and uncomfortable in a crowded airport terminal or desperately hunting for a power outlet near your gate, then you’ve probably also imagined how much better you’d feel relaxing in an airport lounge instead. Priority Pass memberships give you access to more than 1,700 airport lounges and experiences worldwide. […]
I took my husband on a cruise for $4 less than cruising solo, including airfare and gratuities
It all started with a work trip, a promotional offer and a bit of mathematical detective work that would make any budget traveler proud. But let me back up. Cruise pricing can be confusing. Fares constantly fluctuate based on demand; the same itinerary on the same ship on different dates can have fare differences of […]