Heathrow closure: What are US travelers’ rights if their flight is canceled?

London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) closed early Friday due to a fire at a nearby electrical substation, and it could be some time before the airport reopens to passengers. According to the airport’s latest update, Heathrow will remain closed until at least midnight while power is restored to the terminals. That means all arriving and departing…

First look at the newly renovated Avianca-TAP Air Portugal lounge at Miami International Airport

For the first time since 2020, the Avianca lounge at Miami International Airport (MIA) has reopened its doors. Except now, it’s a joint venture with TAP Air Portugal — the first of its kind. After being closed for four years, the space underwent a renovation from October 2024 to March 2025. It officially opens Friday,…

Don’t get stranded: What to do during airline diversions

Typically, when your plane takes off for its intended destination, that’s where you’ll land. But things happen, and in the U.S. in 2024, over 12,000 commercial flights landed somewhere other than their initially intended destination due to diversions caused by things like weather, a mechanical issue, a critically ill passenger, or, as many are now…

Would a cruise line ban you permanently for complaining? You better believe it

You might have heard about avid cruiser Jenny Phenix. She’s the 68-year-old Floridian who joined a three-year, round-the-world maritime adventure but got booted from the ship before it even set sail. Her offense? She publicly complained about her frustration with the cruise line and its failure to deliver on its promises. People were shocked at…

Heathrow Airport closed all day: More than 1,300 flights disrupted due to nearby fire

No flights will arrive or depart at London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) after the U.K. hub was forced to close following a fire at a nearby electrical substation. The airport will be closed on Friday until at least midnight while power is restored and contingency plans are implemented. “Heathrow is experiencing a significant power outage across…

American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp Card review: Full details

Citi is a TPG advertising partner. American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp card overview The American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® card offers the ability to earn frequent flyer miles for no annual fee. For occasional American flyers looking for a starter rewards card, the AAdvantage MileUp card fits the bill. However, given its limited perks and card protection…

American Express Gold vs. American Express Platinum: Which one is right for you?

When many people think of luxury, they often think of American Express. Known for its high-end cards, American Express offers two products that stand out as strong contenders in the high-annual-fee card space: the American Express® Gold Card and The Platinum Card® from American Express. The Amex Gold was refreshed in mid-2024, upping its annual…