There’s a new way to celebrate the spirit of travel the next time you fly Spirit Airlines. Spirit just launched a brand-new line of trading cards, which passengers can collect every time they travel with the ultra-low-cost carrier. The complete set features six cards, celebrating various aircraft from Spirit’s past and current fleet: the Airbus…

The ski-in, ski-out points-friendly hotel I just can’t quit — because it’s so good — is the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa. Sure, some years I choose other ski-friendly hotels or Airbnbs or stretch the ski budget by heading to a more affordable, smaller mountain. There’s value in mixing it up, but every…

Well, here we go again. Travelers heading to the airport this weekend face plenty of uncertainty after part of the federal government shut down overnight. The good news: Air travel disruptions shouldn’t be anywhere near as bad as we saw last fall during the longest government shutdown in history. But if this latest stalemate continues,…

The date is set: Right as this summer’s travel rush begins, Delta Air Lines will debut a plane sporting one of its most unusual cabins yet. On June 7, the carrier will begin flying seven Airbus A321neos featuring a whopping 44 first-class seats. That’s 11 rows of the premium recliners! For comparison, most of Delta’s…

Australia and the Pacific islands are some of the most difficult destinations to score premium award seats at reasonable rates due to their enduring popularity as a bucket-list item for many travelers, as I discovered when looking to redeem points and miles to fly from Australia to the U.S. With many popular programs now using…

A year ago, Boston travelers had nonstop flights to Hawaii on two different airlines. This winter? None. That’s because both Delta Air Lines and Hawaiian Airlines dropped their service between New England and the Aloha State. But there’s good news to report. Delta just announced it’s bringing back its Boston-Honolulu flights. The Atlanta-based airline on…

If you regularly travel with a partner, friend or family member, an airline credit card that offers a companion ticket or pass can unlock serious savings. From annual companion certificates and discounted fares to full-fledged two-for-one flight perks, several major airlines reward cardholders with the ability to bring a plus-one for little more than taxes…

Canada and New England cruises are best known for taking mature travelers to experience vibrant autumnal foliage in multiple destinations. However, the region’s photogenic landscapes, charming ports and fresh local seafood make time ashore uniquely enjoyable for couples and families as well. Plus, late summer and early fall getaways can be convenient and affordable, especially…

Southwest Airlines is already the top carrier in Austin, Texas — but now it’s doubling down. The airline on Thursday unveiled three new or returning routes that’ll launch this fall later this year from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). The flights include nonstop service to California Wine Country, as well as multiple cities in Tennessee. Southwest’s…

The time is finally here: Alila Mayakoba is now open along Mexico’s dreamy Riviera Maya. A points property we’ve been excited for since it was first announced last year, Alila Mayakoba is replacing what was previously a well-received Andaz resort. Last January, Hyatt said the Andaz would be closing for a yearlong renovation before announcing…