Spirit Airlines will fly to Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN) in Macon, Georgia, as the first destination under its new partnership with regional carrier Contour Airlines. The airline will offer twice-weekly flights between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and MCN on an Airbus A320-family aircraft beginning Oct. 16, Spirit said Thursday. Introductory airfares begin at…

As credit card annual fees continue to climb, it’s natural to start questioning how much value you’re getting from adding a new card to your wallet. This is especially true since multiple cards out there charge no annual fee. However, there can be solid reasons to pay an annual fee. Many popular rewards cards come…

United Airlines Premier status is popular with many TPG readers, so it’s no surprise several TPG staffers are also striving for status in the United MileagePlus program this year. Whether you’re already working toward qualifying or requalifying for a United Premier status tier or considering whether doing so is right for you, this story is…

World of Hyatt members can now start earning and redeeming rewards at some Bunkhouse Hotels as the company continues to integrate the boutique brand in phases. As of Thursday, Hotel Saint Cecilia (a Category 7 hotel) and Hotel Saint Augustine (a Category 6 hotel) have been fully integrated into Hyatt’s loyalty program, the hotel group…

The Business Platinum Card® from American Express has long stood at the top of the travel rewards business card market, with the only significant competition coming from the Capital One Venture X Business — until recently. Chase finally entered the premium business card market and is providing Amex with some stiff competition with the introduction…

If you hold the United℠ Explorer Card (see rates and fees), you’re likely to fly relatively often with United Airlines and value the card’s priority boarding perk, checked bag privilege and two annual United Club passes. But what if you’re looking for more benefits? That’s where the United Quest℠ Card (see rates and fees) comes…

United Airlines has “resolved” the problem that led the carrier to turn off brand-new Starlink Wi-Fi systems on regional jets last month, executives said Thursday. That’s great news for passengers hoping to use its fastest inflight internet yet, which is free for MileagePlus members. In early June, TPG was first to report that the Chicago-based…

A dream I’ve had for over 15 years was to go to the island of St. Lucia. The rolling, lush, green mountains; the clear, blue water; the litany of relaxing resorts. It captured an obsession of sorts from me back in the impressionable days when I was up all night with a newborn. A gorgeous…

Delta Air Lines is expanding its partnership with Uber, and with that comes good news for Delta Amex cardmembers. Cardmembers of select Delta cards will receive a new monthly membership credit that covers the cost of an Uber One membership for six or 12 months. Enrollment is required. Additionally, if you hold the Apple Card,…

There’s a new hotel outside Yellowstone National Park in Montana where travelers can use their Marriott points this summer. The TownePlace Suites Bozeman West opened Thursday following an 18-month build, offering 107 extended-stay suites complete with full kitchens (including full-size refrigerators and dishwashers), work desks and sofas in select rooms, according to the hotel. The…