Here’s what it’s like in Honolulu’s most exclusive airport lounge

Hawaiian Airlines is set to receive a fancy new premium lounge in Honolulu by the end of next year. In the meantime, the carrier has been quietly catering to premium flyers with a special, exclusive outpost at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL). And if you’re one of the lucky travelers allowed to access the…

I got approved for the Sapphire Preferred bonus again — here’s how

Last year, I watched many of my colleagues jump on the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card’s (see rates and fees) 100,000-point welcome offer while I sat on the sidelines. At the time, I wasn’t eligible because I already held the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees), and Chase didn’t allow cardholders to have both Sapphire…

How to access Canada’s best airport lounge with points

On a recent trip to Canada to fly on Air Canada’s first Airbus A321XLR flight, I had my first experience with the carrier’s Signature Suite at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ). Widely considered the best airport lounge in Canada, along with its sister lounge at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in British Columbia, this exclusive oasis is…

Why I use Domino’s Rewards (and its biggest downside)

I redeem millions of points and miles annually for international travel and requalify for statuses such as World of Hyatt Globalist, American Airlines AAdvantage Platinum Pro and Marriott Bonvoy Titanium Elite each year. But when my husband and I are traveling around the U.S. in a recreational vehicle, one of the most practical loyalty programs…

Hyatt and Aeroplan launch a new loyalty program partnership

Today brings good news for World of Hyatt loyalists who frequent Air Canada routes, and for Air Canada Aeroplan members who love staying at Hyatt hotels. These two travel industry leaders just announced a major loyalty program partnership that entails a handful of benefits for members of both programs. When members link their World of…