Alaska Airlines’ operations are mostly back on track in the wake of a major IT outage on Thursday night. Now, the Seattle-based carrier is moving ahead with a big route network shakeup for 2026. Next spring, Alaska will fly its planes to two U.S. cities for the first time. Between March and April, the Seattle-based…

Copa Airlines is making a big push to attract U.S. customers. Fresh off a big expansion in North America, the Panama-based carrier tells TPG it’s mulling a new cobranded credit card in the U.S. as it looks to make an even bigger splash in the market. And don’t be surprised if the airline’s ConnectMiles loyalty…

With 2026 quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to check your Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards (formerly Mileage Plan) frequent flyer mileage balance, calculate your travel earnings for the remainder of the year and pinpoint which elite status tier you will qualify for before Dec. 31, 2025. If you think you might not hit your…

The Eternal City is about to get a brand new, centrally located hotel, and it’s a great option for World of Hyatt points redemptions. The Hyatt Regency Rome Central will open Feb. 3, 2026, just a few blocks from Rome Termini train station in historic Esquiline Hill. It’s within easy walking distance of the Colosseum…

One of the most valuable travel perks on the American Express Platinum Card® and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is the hotel statement credit — a benefit that can make luxury stays far more affordable. Cardmembers receive up to $600 in hotel statement credits each calendar year (up to $300 biannually) for prepaid…

If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably someone who has mostly ruled out the idea of a multiday group tour. You’re the sort of vacationer who likes to plan every little aspect of your trip on your own — from where you’ll stay and what you’ll do to how you’ll get from place to…

My foray into the world of credit cards, points and miles began when I joined TPG a few years ago. I had a couple of cards before working here, but I didn’t give much thought to which card to use or when or how to maximize the benefits. Now that I am surrounded by credit…

If you want a credit card that makes your journey feel like a first-class experience, then the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card (see rates and fees) delivers. From airport lounge benefits to hotel perks, this card is designed to elevate both the way you travel and the way you arrive. With nearly $1,500 in annual value,…

A major U.S. airline halted all departures for hours on Thursday evening amid a tech outage. Shortly after 7:20 p.m. EDT, Alaska Airlines announced a nationwide ground stop, citing an IT issue that had affected its operations. The tech outage affected both Alaska’s mainline operation and its flights operated by regional subsidiary Horizon Air. Alaska’s…

Starting in 2026, the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas will be just a flight away from the real thing. On Wednesday, Air France announced nonstop service between Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) and Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). The new flights will begin April 15, 2026, connecting Vegas to its fifth European…