When you make a purchase, it’s helpful to have the peace of mind of a manufacturer’s warranty — especially if it’s an expensive item. But if your item breaks or is damaged after the warranty has expired, you may be out of luck. The good news is that if you…
In what we now often refer to as “the good old days of air travel,” it was common for friends and family members to be waiting at the gate when you stepped off the plane to give you a big hug. It was also normal for them to go with…
Of all the premium travel cards on the market, the American Express Platinum Card® offers the most travel and lifestyle perks. It’s also one of the most expensive cards out there, touting a $895 annual fee (see rates and fees). However, you can get your money’s worth by leveraging the…
If you’re an avid collector of travel rewards, you can bet that most of the currencies you’ve amassed have an expiration date. Unlike many credit card statement credits that reset at the end of the year, most points, miles and travel credits expire based on when you earned them. This…
This just in: Hilton is getting adventurous. Today, the company announced that it’s introducing new experiences travelers can book with their Hilton Honors points, including luxury cruises and glamping experiences, among other options. The brand-new Hilton Honors Adventures category, an expansion of the existing loyalty program, will offer members the…
Air France will expand its ultra-luxurious La Premiere cabin to three new U.S. cities next year: Atlanta, Boston and Houston. The exclusive first-class cabin will be available to book on select Boeing 777-300ER aircraft starting in March 2026, Air France shared with TPG. With the rollout, La Premiere will be…
Ready or not, the holidays are here, and that means twinkling lights, garlands, hot cocoa, decorated trees, menorahs and — for many people around the world — travel. If you’re looking to travel somewhere this year that really gets into the holiday spirit, consider heading to a hotel that takes…
Could a once-niche Canadian airline be the next member of the Oneworld alliance? Porter Airlines seems to be pondering the idea. Over the past two years, the Toronto-based carrier has struck up partnerships with both Alaska Airlines and, most recently, American Airlines — the two Oneworld carriers based in the…
Sometimes, you get an offer you just can’t refuse — even if it means letting go of one of your favorite cards. That’s what happened to me a few weeks ago as I scoured the internet for a high welcome offer on the refreshed American Express Platinum Card®. Everything about…
TAP Air Portugal is launching a new economy class booking option that it hopes will bridge the gap between that cabin and business class. The carrier will launch its new cabin design this summer on long-haul flights operated by its A330 and A321LR aircraft, TAP said in a statement. The…