American Express may be preparing another Platinum Card update, with a new $250 Airbnb Experience credit and broader lodging credit, but there could also be a major restriction coming to FHR bookings.

Piggybacking on the World of Hyatt Aeroplan Elite Status Challenge news from earlier today the two companies have also launched a new limited time promotion for Hyatt stays. The offer allows linked members (it’s free to link so make sure you do so right away) to earn Aeroplan points on...

It’s been almost unalloyed bad news from World of Hyatt this year, what with category changes, a new award chart setup that makes many awards far more expensive, some Chase cards only transferring from Ultimate Rewards to Hyatt on a 4:3 basis, and then most recently Bilt announcing a move...

One Mile at a Time is now being blocked by network providers in the UAE, following my recent coverage of Etihad's senior management and employee culture.

Parking at an airport or cruise port can add hundreds of dollars to the cost of a vacation. Fortunately, off-site parking facilities may offer significant savings. Here’s where to look…

Seattle’s two Priority Pass lounges made about $12 million in profit last year. But a February audit by their own operator found one serving roughly 1,000 guests a day with breakfast omelets heated in a microwave perched on an office filing cabinet and no dedicated food preparation sink. Priority Pass pays...

A Citi Offer has returned which can save you up to 10% on your next stay at a Caesars Rewards property. The Deal Spend $250+ in a single transaction at a Caesars Rewards property & get $25 back as a statement credit from a Citi Offer. Key Terms Expires November...

Lufthansa A380 pilots were frustrated by a 17 minute wait for takeoff at SFO and told the departure controller they'd file a report. Were they right to complain?

United just unveiled a big revamp of its Premier status program, and there’s a ton to digest. Starting…

In our Around the Web series we take a look at interesting articles that cover miles, points, travel and personal finance.

Germany’s Lufthansa Group has been selected by the Portuguese government as the winner in a lengthy race to secure a stake in the national flag carrier TAP Air Portugal. The deal is valued at €1.2 billion, around 16% more than the rival bid from Franco-Dutch airline group Air France-KLM. Lufthansa...

Air Canada Aeroplan is selling points with up to a 90% bonus from October 14 to October 29, 2026, bringing the cost to about 1.38 cents each.

Air Tahiti’s new all-business class ATR 72-600 will spend its working life making short flights between tropical islands. But first, it has to get there…and that involves an eight-flight journey from France through Egypt, Oman, India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and Fiji. Air Tahiti’s New ATR 72-600 Takes An Eight-Leg Delivery...

For my first sailing out of New York (Manhattan), I booked a 5 Day Canada cruise on the…

Workers are striking at six Chicago hotels, including the Waldorf Astoria, Palmer House and two Westins. Their union warns more walkouts could begin at any moment. Plus, United pilots’ social media warning and Thomas Massie’s airline reviews.

Portugal has picked Lufthansa Group over Air France-KLM for a 44.9% stake in TAP Air Portugal, citing an all-cash offer it says is 16% higher than the rival bid.

There’s the return of a Citi Offer that’s giving 10% back on a Lyft ride costing up to $100. The Deal Get 10% back on a single Lyft ride with a targeted Citi Offer. Direct link to Citi Offers. Key Terms Expires December 31, 2026. May be redeemed 1 time...

In August, we discovered that Delta Air Lines has begun training thousands of its flight attendants on a new Delta One in-flight experience, although, at the time, the Atlanta-based carrier wasn’t sharing any details of its secretive project. What we did know, however, was that Delta planned to debut the...

Singapore Airlines is introducing new inflight amenities across all four cabins. This includes luxury…

Delta Air Lines is getting ready to upgrade its Delta One® (Business Class) experience…

A rumored change could require a two-night minimum for the Amex Platinum's $600 hotel credit at Fine Hotels + Resorts starting in 2027. Here's why it wouldn't be surprising.