On average, about one in every four or five flights were delayed in the U.S. last year, and between 1% and 2% were canceled. While that means most flights leave on time, there’s no doubt that delays and cancellations remain a reality of air travel — whether due to bad weather, mechanical issues or scheduling…

The wildfires burning a devastating path across the greater Los Angeles area are also impacting travelers going in and out of the area. A number of flights to and from southern California have been affected by the volatile conditions, although the vast majority of those cancellations and delays involve the Hollywood Burbank Airport. Los Angeles…

I recently had a chance to attend a five-course dinner at the Thompson Denver hotel, part of the Hyatt brand’s A Taste of Thompson: Chef Series. This is one of many activities available through Find, Hyatt’s experience platform, where World of Hyatt members can earn and burn points. Here’s everything you need to know about…

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The Centurion Card from American Express is perhaps the most desirable piece of anodized titanium out there, in no small part because of the shroud of secrecy and exclusivity that surrounds it. Unless you’re invited to apply and accepted (more on how that happens later), Amex keeps a tight lid on the numerous benefits and…

It might seem premature to plan your next winter holiday now. However, January can be an ideal time to book travel using your points and miles for next winter. Most major U.S. hotel chains and airlines let you book award nights and flights 11 to 13 months in advance. Therefore, it’s not too soon to…

With its sleek, towering exterior and bold, thoughtful interior, there’s a new top hotel in Houston. Opened in early 2024, the Thompson Houston brings 36 stories of fresh and modern accommodations to the city’s historic Fourth Ward district in downtown Houston, right off of Allen Parkway and across from Buffalo Bayou Park, making it easily…

This year, the most expensive one-day, one-park Disney World ticket will set you back nearly $200. The price varies per park and date, but if you visit during the week of Christmas, you’ll pay $199 per ticket. If you were to visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom that same week, you’d pay a little less at only…

Whether you’re purchasing groceries, cleaning supplies, electronics or anything in between, there’s a good chance you do some of your shopping at Target. And if you’re spending a significant amount there, you’ll want to make sure you’re using a credit card that maximizes your purchases from the store. With the right card, you can earn…

If your 2024 was like mine, you barely had time to prep for the holidays, let alone think about this year’s travel plans. So, now that the gifts are unwrapped and the new year has arrived, you’ll be itching to book that next trip. After digging through what’s new and exciting in the cruise industry,…