After more than two weeks offline, the Global Entry trusted traveler program has reopened. That’s welcome news for frequent international travelers, especially those who’ve gotten used to breezing past the …
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Whenever I write about a hotel that’s being built, I like to check back every once in a while to see how things are progressing. Sometimes there’s clear movement. For …
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Lounges
How We Ended Up With Access to Half the Lounges at IAD — Including Polaris
by joehegby joehegHonestly, lounge access was probably the last thing on my mind when we booked this trip to Germany. I was more focused on the bigger pieces of the itinerary — …
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When Hyatt brought Mr & Mrs Smith into World of Hyatt, it opened the door to all sorts of hotels that don’t look or feel like traditional Hyatts. That’s part …
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Credit Cards
Bilt Palladium Card Review: A First Look At Bilt’s New Premium Card
by joehegby joehegFor several years, Bilt carved out a unique niche in the points-and-miles world. While most rewards programs focus on earning points on travel, dining, or grocery spending, Bilt built its …
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Air France–KLM’s Flying Blue program is making a change that should make life much easier for members: mileage expiration is getting simpler. For years, Flying Blue miles have had one …
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For years, Chase Ultimate Rewards has had a pretty straightforward elevator pitch. They weren’t always the easiest points to earn, and they weren’t always the flashiest program either. American Express …
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Earning points on recurring charges, like your cell phone bill, is one of the easiest ways to build up rewards without changing your spending habits. Just set your monthly bill …
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Bulkhead seats are one of those airplane seating options that sound simple in theory but can be surprisingly inconsistent in real life. In general, the first row of a cabin …
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The United Explorer Card isn’t just a bag-and-boarding card anymore, and United’s recent changes have made it more relevant. These days, it sits in a middle ground that will make …