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Severe storms hamper holiday travel – and more trouble could be brewing
This holiday season, it’s been severe thunderstorms — not snow or ice — that have proven to be main hurdle for the millions of travelers headed to airports. And more trouble could be brewing. Stormy...
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How to apply for Global Entry: Tips for first-timers
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Of all the Trusted Traveler Programs, Global Entry is perhaps the least well known. If you are unfamiliar...
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Soaring to new frontiers: Space Perspective plans first manned flight for 2025
If you are a frequent forward-cabin flyer, you come to expect certain things: a comfortable and spacious seat, reliable Wi-Fi, and a quality meal with an accompanying cocktail. These amenities are...
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Your guide to Delta Million Miler lifetime status
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. If you’re an avid business traveler or an enthusiastic globe-trotter, achieving Delta Air Lines Million Miler status...
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Carnival Legend cruise ship review: Outsize fun on a midsize, made-over ship
My first walk through Carnival Legend left me thinking, “Girrrl, 22 looks good on you!” A well-used ship over 20 years old often begins to show a few wrinkles, not only in minor damage and dated color...
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What’s the difference between a credit card network and issuer?
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. When we discuss credit cards at TPG, we usually focus on the bank that issues the card or the type of...
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Hyatt finalizes Bahia Principe partnership, expanding all-inclusive portfolio
It’s a good day for World of Hyatt members, with the Chicago-based hotel chain taking another step forward in the expansion of its all-inclusive portfolio. Hyatt and Grupo Piñero, the owner of Bahia...
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How to spend the weekend in Fishtown, Philly’s coolest neighborhood
Editor’s note: Hotel Anna and Bel provided TPG with a complimentary two-night stay and some on-site meals and experiences so that we could get an inside look at the hotel and its amenities. The...
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The most-exciting new airline routes for 2025: TPG’s picks
New year, new routes. While most people are thinking about their New Year’s resolutions, AvGeeks and airline industry enthusiasts have a list of their own to look forward to as the calendar flips from...
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Are cruises all-inclusive? What’s actually included in your cruise fare
You might have heard that cruise fares are all-inclusive, but if you’re new to cruising, that term could be misleading. While mainstream cruise lines such as Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line and...
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How to identify and prevent credit card fraud
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Credit card fraud is a serious risk to individuals and businesses alike. Despite measures like mobile...
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An overview of the 35 Marriott hotel brands
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Marriott Bonvoy has over 30 hotel brands in more than 10,000 global destinations. While some other hotel loyalty...
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Overwhelmingly charming: What it’s like staying at Rome’s trendiest new...
[circuit type=review circuit_id=”20420187078″] Editor’s note: Casa Monti provided TPG with a complimentary one-night stay so that we could get an inside look at the hotel and its amenities shortly...
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Hot diggity dog! Free Disney Dining plans are returning to Walt Disney World...
For the first time since before the pandemic, free Disney Dining plans are returning to Disney World for guests with eligible vacation packages. Disney did extend free Disney Dining plan offers to...
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Love it or leave it: TPG senior writer Katie Genter’s airline and hotel elite...
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. You may have just finished earning elite status during the 2024 qualification year. Or, if you’re chasing...
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Carnival Sunshine cruise ship review: What it’s like to cruise on Carnival’s...
Editor’s note: TPG’s Kristy Tolley accepted a free trip from Carnival Cruise Line to cruise on Carnival Sunshine. The opinions expressed below are entirely hers and weren’t subject to review by the...
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How credit cards can help you kick off your New Year’s resolutions
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Happy New Year! As we close out one year and look to the next, many of us are making resolutions to be better...
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British Airways rebrands loyalty program, unveils new revenue-based system...
Sorry, leisure travelers: British Airways plans to shift to a revenue-based program for earning Tier Points, which determine status qualification within the airline. This change will be effective April...
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The sober cruises trend: Best cruise lines for mocktails, plus alcohol-free...
Cruises are often seen as one big booze fest at sea, and for good reason. As soon as you step on board, friendly servers make the rounds with trays teeming with rum punches and glasses of Champagne to...
View Article2024 ends how it started: With aviation safety in the spotlight
Not even a week into 2024, it became clear that aviation safety would be a major theme of the year. On Jan. 2, a Japan Airlines Airbus A350 crashed into a Japanese Coast Guard DHC Dash-8 while landing...
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