This weekend marks the return of the NFL, and with that comes an easy way for Pacific Northwest travelers to earn miles. Delta Air Lines is bringing back 12Status, its loyalty program specifically for Delta SkyMiles members who live in Washington state, this fall. As part of the program, the carrier will award members 1…

Frontier Airlines is plotting an aggressive expansion into Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean — and it’s doubling down on fast growth at the world’s busiest airport. The budget carrier this week announced a 22-route expansion, including brand-new service to the Turks and Caicos and a return to Nassau in the Bahamas for the first…

Allegiant Air has launched dozens of new routes, and has a growing fleet of brand-new planes. Up next, perhaps? A re-imagined loyalty program. Executives at the budget airline tell TPG they’re in the early stages of planning a major revamp for the program known today as Allways Rewards — and the credit card it offers…

Travelers who run into a flight delay or cancellation will not automatically be owed financial compensation, after a decision made this week by the Trump administration. The U.S. Department of Transportation withdrew a proposed rule that would have required airlines to compensate passengers $200 or more for major flight disruptions for problems like maintenance or…

If you’re a parent with young children who’s been eyeing a first-class award redemption for your family using Emirates Skywards miles, it’s time to rethink your plans. Emirates has quietly added a new family-unfriendly policy banning children ages 8 and younger from booking first-class seats with Emirates Skywards miles or using miles to upgrade from…

I love the points and miles game — I even have a sock drawer full of credit cards to prove it. You might, however, be surprised to discover that many of them don’t earn points and miles. That’s because I’m also a big fan of cash back. My credit card strategy features a healthy mix…

After a $100,000 million redesign, the W New York — Union Square is back in business, baby. To complete the gargantuan remodel, W Hotels tapped the Rockwell Group (the team that originally designed the property when it opened in 2001) to breathe new life into the 1911 beaux arts building that houses 256 rooms. MARRIOTT…

In Las Vegas, hotels and resorts are very much the stars of the show. There are more than 150,000 rooms in town — not to mention some of the most over-the-top hotel suites you can imagine. Whether you want a central location on the Las Vegas Strip, easy access to some of the best things…

IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card overview The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card (see rates and fees) offers several useful perks for frequent IHG guests. However, you may not get enough ongoing value from this card if IHG One Rewards isn’t your primary hotel loyalty program. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ *Card rating is based on…

Delta SkyMiles Reserve American Express Card overview The Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card provides a bevy of great benefits when flying on Delta, as well as the ability to earn elite status through spending on the card. It’s best suited to frequent flyers who want Delta-specific perks, including lounge access (subject to limitations), a…