American Airlines changes its boarding process

First-class and business-class passengers will board a tad earlier on American Airlines flights starting next month. On Wednesday, the Fort Worth-based carrier announced it’s making some tweaks to its boarding procedures in hopes of speeding things up and streamlining the preflight process. The changes take effect May 1. Bargain hunting: When is the best time…

Capital One Venture X Business card review: Full details

Capital One Venture X Business overview The Capital One Venture X Business is the business version of the fan-favorite Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card. Like its personal counterpart, the Venture X Business offers luxury perks for a reasonable annual fee and an easy-to-understand earning structure. This is a great option for small-business owners…

Great award availability but beware the taxes: British Airways business class review

Quick take: British Airways Club Suites are one of the most comfortable ways to fly across the Atlantic … if you can find a way to offset the high taxes and surcharges on award tickets. Pros Spacious seats with lots of privacy thanks to closing doors A renewed focus on the soft product means decent…

The best cards for Priority Pass airport lounge access

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Accessing an airport lounge can make traveling much more enjoyable by providing a quiet space to work, free Wi-Fi, complimentary food and drinks and sometimes even top-tier amenities like showers, kids’ areas and quiet rooms. While access to airport lounges typically…

Hyatt is offering up to 40% off all-inclusive stays — and throwing in some extra surprises

There are few better ways to save money on a vacation than booking an all-inclusive resort, whether you opt to use cash or points. At these types of resorts, for the most part, all your food and drinks are included, as well as plenty of activities to keep you entertained (like the world’s best Queen…

SAS brings back business class on short-haul flights in Europe

Scandinavian Airlines, the newest member of the SkyTeam alliance, is bringing back European business class on short-haul flights for the first time in 15 years. SAS on Tuesday announced it will again start selling true premium tickets on all of its international routes within Europe. That includes flights within the Scandinavia region itself. Tickets will…

First look at MSC World America, the latest megaship to sail the Caribbean

Brand-new MSC World America, MSC Cruises‘ 24th cruise ship and latest flagship, arrived in its Miami home port last week. TPG got a sneak peek before the ship’s inaugural sailing, and one thing is indisputable: People can’t take their eyes off of her. She is, indeed, a sight to behold. At 20 decks high, she’s…

Current welcome offer on the Capital One Venture X Business

After the successful launch of the personal Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card in 2021, Capital One began offering its business counterpart to the public in 2023. Learn more: Capital One Venture X Business with its highest-ever bonus Now, we’re seeing the highest-ever bonus offered on the Capital One Venture X Business. New cardholders…

World of Hyatt cardholders can earn up to 100,000 points by glamping this summer

If you have the World of Hyatt Credit Card in your wallet, Chase and yatt have a great summer surprise: the chance to earn up to 100,000 points by planning a glamping trip. Last year, Under Canvas, a collection of glamping retreats around the U.S., joined World of Hyatt, opening up a new way to…