Showing loyalty to Norwegian Cruise Line can get you some great rewards. Norwegian’s Latitudes Rewards loyalty program offers members enticing perks, such as discounts on normally pricey shore excursions and spa treatments, after only a few sailings. And that’s just a hint of what’s to come for loyal cruisers who reach the program’s top tiers….

Air Canada’s loyalty program, Aeroplan, is a favorite among points and miles enthusiasts … and for good reason. It’s easy to earn Aeroplan points, and the redemption rates are great, with plenty of sweet spots. Unlike some major U.S. loyalty programs, Aeroplan still publishes award charts for most partner flights. However, Air Canada flights and…

Luxury small-ship cruise specialist Ponant Explorations may be a relatively small line, but it offers a big loyalty program that can bring you all sorts of great benefits. The Ponant Yacht Club, as the program is called, has multiple status tiers that come with valuable perks, such as significant discounts on cruises, onboard spending credits…

Delta Air Lines will connect two additional hubs with two of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations next summer. The Atlanta-based carrier on Friday announced new routes to Venice and Athens for 2027. Both flights will run during the peak summer rush. With that new service, Delta is certainly doubling down on what’s been a relentless…

The next time you book a flight with points, double-check fare you’re booking: t might be basic economy. A growing number of U.S. airlines now offer basic award fares. That means — even if you’re using miles — you could face restrictions like no seat selection, no lounge access and no upgrades. For years, Delta…

It’s easy to earn bonus rewards on most purchases. For example, most of my purchases fall into the travel, gas, dining and grocery bonus categories offered by many of the best rewards credit cards. However, you may occasionally need to make a purchase that doesn’t fall into a bonus category on any of your cards….

Tanzania made our Where to Go 2026 list for a few obvious reasons, like its wide variety of landscapes and wildlife. What travelers might not know, though: The destination also has a rapidly growing selection of safari lodges bookable with points, putting this bucket-list trip within easier reach for those playing in the points and…

If you’re looking for a less expensive way to get Admirals Club access, becoming an authorized user on the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Legend Mastercard® (see rates and fees) is worth considering. The card charges $175 to add up to three authorized users, so the effective cost is under $60 per person if all…

My husband and I use ExpertFlyer every time we book a flight. It helps us monitor everything from schedule changes and aircraft swaps to award and upgrade availability, but setting up several alerts for every segment has always required a bit of manual work. Luckily, ExpertFlyer made that process significantly easier earlier this year. Now,…

When boutique air carrier JSX debuted its first ATR turboprop in December, CEO Alex Wilcox was optimistic but skeptical. JSX made its name selling upscale convenience: seating in a 1-1 configuration on most of its Embraer ERJ regional jets, with high-speed Starlink connectivity, flying from private air terminals at major airports or secondary airports in…