The Points Guy officially turns 15 years old Saturday, June 7. What originally started as the personal blog of our founder, Brian Kelly, has evolved into a powerful brand in the travel media landscape, with millions of readers and followers across our site and social media and video platforms. We love hearing how points and…

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The nose-to-tail renewal of India’s flag carrier, Air India, is progressing slowly as the airline awaits new planes and seats that are key to its turnaround. The first of the 80 long-haul Airbus and Boeing planes that the Delhi-based Star Alliance carrier has on order will not start arriving until 2026 — if all goes…

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Marriott Bonvoy is currently offering a summer flash sale during which all travelers can save up to 20% (and members can save as much as 25%) at more than 6,500 participating hotels worldwide. Featured properties include those in the U.S., Canada, the Caribbean, Latin America and Europe. You need to book quickly if you want…

It’s a brave new world in the travel space, with companies increasingly looking for ways to maximize revenue and minimize benefits for some customers. While elite status has gotten much harder to earn for most loyalty programs, it also often comes with fewer benefits or points or miles that are harder to use. But it’s…

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Los Angeles residents have a new way to cruise to Mexico. On May 31, Royal Caribbean repositioned the massive Ovation of the Seas to the Port of Los Angeles for Mexico cruises. “We are here in a big way,” said Vicki Freed, Royal Caribbean’s senior vice president for sales, at a Q&A on a preview…

Quick take: From the spacious suites to the sumptuous service, Japan Airlines’ new first class is simply stunning. This is one of the best flight experiences you can have. Pros Enormous suites with some of the most comfortable beds in the sky Fabulous tech, including 43-inch entertainment screens Unparalleled service (and incredible Champagne) ERIC ROSEN/THE…

It’s hard to believe that The Points Guy is turning 15 years old this month. The site — along with all the fun and informative points, miles and travel content on our social and video channels — has come a long way since Brian Kelly started blogging about his travel hobby as a small side…