luxury travel

A lot of people who read our blog have flown business and/or first class…and usually more than once. It gets to the point where, much like visiting lounges, it’s not …

The Ritz-Carlton Credit Card is one of the best-kept secrets in travel rewards, and for good reason—you can no longer apply for it. This exclusivity dates back to 2018, during …

Spending $15,000 to earn a free night certificate might sound like a hefty commitment, but when that certificate has no blackout dates, resort fees, or weekend-only restrictions, it becomes a …

In this hobby, there are many aspirational travel goals—whether staying in an overwater villa in the Maldives or taking a shower in an A380. These are the experiences we read …

There’s an unwritten deal between my wife Sharon and me about what we write about here at Your Mileage May Vary. Sharon tends to focus on the quirky, human-interest aspects …

Airport lounges have existed since the late 1930s. The very first one, American Airlines’ Admiral’s Lounge, opened at New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in 1939 (they opened another Admiral’s Club, this time …

Orlando is a major tourist destination for visitors from the United Kingdom. According to 2022 data, over 700,000 passengers traveled between the two cities. For years, travelers had the choice …

It seems as if the hotel industry opens a new hotel nearly every day. The problem with a Hilton Garden Inn, a Candlewood Suites or a Holiday Inn Express is …

The travel industry has changed dramatically since the pandemic. Looking at 2019 versus 2024, we’ve seen vast upticks in touchless technology and the ability to complete tasks (such as checking …

If you’re flying out of JFK’s Terminal 4, you can choose from several lounges to spend time before your flight. If you’re flying on Delta, the primary tenant of T4, …