The 10 best Alaska cruises for every type of traveler
Even with a season that only runs from April through October, Alaska draws roughly 40 big cruise ships and dozens of smaller cruise vessels each year, making it one of…
Flight delays ‘mounting’ as shutdown, weather strain control towers, TSA checkpoints
It’s been nearly a month since the federal government entered a partial shutdown, forcing critical air traffic controllers and Transportation Security Administration officers to work without pay. And while flight…
Trick or treat: Save 10% on United domestic fares when you book by Halloween
United Airlines is celebrating the spooky season with a special offer: You can save 10% on paid domestic flights in exchange for signing up for United text messages. But hurry,…
I Prefer Hotel Rewards program: How to earn and redeem points, elite status and more
A more under-the-radar loyalty program, I Prefer Hotel Rewards offers independent luxe resorts for every type of traveler. Though it does not have as big a global footprint as Hilton,…
Check your Hilton bookings: Some standard room reward nights now cost less at high-end properties
The Hilton Honors program has used dynamic award pricing for many years. Without award charts, the unpublished standard room reward cap has increased many times over the years, including to…
Pootling in Puerto Vallarta
We’re up early enough to watch Island Princess slide into Puerto Vallarta port just after dawn and already it’s feeling hot and humid. The ship pulls in alongside a well…
Register to earn 3,000 points per night at Hyatt Vacation Club properties this winter
Sometimes, you need a bit more space than a hotel room can provide. Hyatt Vacation Club properties may be perfect for these stays due to their family-friendly, residential-style accommodations with…
4 reasons why the Amex Platinum Card may be the ideal card for Delta flyers
The American Express Platinum Card® is one of our favorite cards for booking flights and a beast at earning in this category. Beyond that, the Platinum Card is an excellent…
Flying Frontier Airlines? You can now redeem miles for seats, bags and other perks
Frontier Airlines added a new option for members of its loyalty program on Tuesday, allowing frequent flyers to redeem miles for packages that bundle popular add-ons like seat selection and…
Delta opens stunning new 34,000-square-foot Sky Club in Salt Lake City
If there’s one thing that puts Delta Air Lines in a league of its own, it’s undoubtably its airport lounge network. Whether it’s a Sky Club or a Delta One…