$333 flights to Tokyo on new Zipair route from Houston

There’s a new way to get from the U.S. to Japan — and it’s even quite affordable. Japanese low-cost carrier Zipair announced last week that it would add flights from Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport (NRT) beginning March 4, 2025. The new four-times-weekly flights will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays,…

Florida’s iconic Diplomat Beach Resort is transforming into Hilton’s new Signia brand

The Diplomat Beach Resort has long been a Hollywood star — well, Hollywood, Florida, that is — and now the popular Hilton resort is ready for its next role. Currently part of Hilton’s Curio Collection, the 36-story resort is now undergoing a transformation that will see the popular points property evolve into the Signia by…

Delta discusses lounge and premium plans, and a presidential election demand dip

Delta Air Lines officially has two business-class-only lounges open after cutting the ribbon last week on its dazzling 10,000-square-foot Delta One Lounge inside Terminal 3 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The exclusive space features cocktails and meals based on Delta’s far-flung LAX destinations, plus 100% table service and a wellness spa with massage and…

Big bonus to transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club

While we are on the verge of what could be a pretty steep devaluation over at Virgin Atlantic, there is what could be a pretty smoking hot deal right now that might still make sense for some travelers. Right now, Chase is offering a 40% transfer bonus to Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, as first seen…