Avios are the currency used by the British Airways Club, Club Iberia Plus, Finnair Plus, Aer Lingus AerClub and Qatar Airways Privilege Club loyalty programs — and now also the Loganair Loyalty program. You can earn and redeem Avios if you have a frequent flyer account with any (or all) of these airlines. You can…

There’s a great deal for round-trip flights to Europe right now. You can currently book cheap flights from all eight of TAP Air Portugal’s U.S. gateways — as well as from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), where TAP Air Portugal launches service May 16, 2025 — for under $400 round-trip. Sale fares are available through…

With its palm-fronted beaches, dramatic natural wonders and colonial-era cities, Puerto Rico calls out like a beacon during winter. Snowbirds are drawn down to the tropics in droves, marking a high season from December through April, with higher airfare and nightly hotel rates to match. Low season, on the other hand, is synonymous with the…

Premium cards have evolved over the past several years to attract and retain customers. Two top cards for premium travel and lifestyle benefits are The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express. Both cards have an annual fee of $695 (see rates and fees for the Amex Platinum and…

Delta Air Lines’ Medallion elite status has plenty of perks, including same-day confirmed changes, international lounge access and Choice Benefits. Still, one perk sits above all others when it comes to chasing status: the allure of a free seat upgrade. There’s nothing quite as magical as paying for one class of service and being upgraded…

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) and its more budget-friendly sibling, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees), are among the best travel credit cards due to their amazing earning rates. They both earn 3 Chase Ultimate Rewards points per dollar spent on dining purchases worldwide, plus 3 points per dollar…

Delta Air Lines’ new partnership with Uber goes live this week, which means you’ll be officially be able to start earning SkyMiles on certain rides and food deliveries. It’s a launch four months in the making, after the Atlanta-based airline and ride-hailing service announced their tie-up just a few days into 2025. As part of…

When I was growing up, I wanted to be an archeologist. I loved history (and still do), and the thought of uncovering temples and tombs in jungles excited me. I used to read books on Greek and Roman history and have discussions with my history teacher, even as young as 13. In short, I was…

I just rode Cliffhanger, the latest edge-of-your-seat ride only on MSC World America — and it was a surprising blast. One moment, I’m seated, feet firmly planted on the ship’s deck. The next? I’m swinging through the air, weightless, as Ocean Cay — MSC Cruises’ private island in the Bahamas — slips from view. There’s…