Hawaiian, Alaska Airlines unveil details of new Honolulu lounge

Hawaiian Airlines is giving flyers an early preview of what its upcoming premium lounge will look like. The Honolulu-based carrier (along with merger partner Alaska Airlines) shared two renderings and some new details of its upcoming premium lounge that will open at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) at the end of 2027. The design…

This cruise line just announced its longest cruise ever — an epic 6-month voyage

Azamara is out with another epic world cruise itinerary — and this one is currently one of the cruise industry’s longest. The small-ship cruise line on Wednesday announced its longest-ever world cruise departing in 2027. Travelers on this 188-night voyage will visit a whopping 103 destinations within five continents and 37 countries. Azamara’s penchant for…

The 5 prettiest credit cards you can add to your wallet

Credit card rewards are constantly evolving and becoming more valuable than ever before. However, it’s not just unique perks such as dining credits, Uber credits and automatic elite status that set cards apart — it’s also how they physically look. Following Chase’s highly successful launch of the Chase Sapphire Reserve in 2016, there’s been a…

Does canceling a card I don’t use help my credit score?

It’s no surprise that travel rewards credit cards get quite a bit of coverage here at TPG. Taking advantage of top welcome bonuses and strategically using your cards for everyday purchases can unlock fantastic redemptions, such as premium cabin flights and luxurious hotel rooms. However, there are a number of misconceptions about credit cards. Let’s…

This cruise line will add Glacier Bay overnights as it doubles capacity in Alaska

National park fans have a new cruise option in Alaska this year that will include an unusual park perk. Beginning in May, American Cruise Lines will offer cruisers the rare opportunity to spend the night in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. American Cruise Lines’ 170-passenger American Constitution will join…

Winter blast: Half of DFW flights canceled; Atlanta and Charlotte next in line

Another blast of winter weather is wreaking havoc on air travel. Two busy hubs in Texas have already been hit with disruptions, and they could spread to the South and mid-Atlantic by Friday as the nation’s latest storm heads east. As of 11 a.m. EST, more than 530 departures had been canceled at Dallas Fort…

Capital One Venture Rewards vs. Capital One Spark Miles: Should you get the personal or business card?

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is among the most popular travel rewards credit cards. But before applying, you might want to consider the Capital One Venture’s small-business counterpart — the Capital One Spark Miles for Business. Like the Venture Rewards, the Spark Miles for Business earns 2 miles per dollar on every purchase….

United to close lounge in Houston, but there’s good news

United Airlines is making some big changes to its premium experience at its Houston hub. Effective Jan. 15, the airline’s United Club in Terminal B at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) will close, the airline confirmed with TPG. The good news is that this closure is a harbinger of good things to come. The closure…

Round-trip flights to Europe for less than $500

In a week full of airline deals, TAP Air Portugal is offering travelers a New Year’s sale, with round-trip economy flights from major U.S. cities to Europe for less than $500. Flights are available to Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Copenhagen, London and Dublin, among other international destinations, from domestic cities like Boston, New York City, Miami…