The best time to apply for Atmos Rewards cards

When Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines merged their loyalty programs into Atmos Rewards in 2025, we saw three fresh cards hit the scene. The three Atmos Rewards cards (two personal and one business) provide solid benefits and travel-related perks for cardmembers to enjoy. They also feature some highly valuable welcome offers to collect a stash…

The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami is reopening after its $100 million renovation — and you can book from 67,000 points

What does a $100 million makeover look like? If you head to The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne Bay, Miami, you can find out. The luxurious shoreline hotel, situated on 17 acres of prime Miami real estate, has been closed since May to undergo a multimillion-dollar face-lift. But starting Dec. 8, the Marriott Bonvoy-affiliated property will be…

Once-in-a-lifetime Alaska shore excursions worth the splurge

Alaska is a bucket-list destination for many cruisers looking to experience the history, culture and wildlife of “the last frontier.” To really experience its fullness, you’ll want to book some shore excursions — but they can come with hefty price tags. How hefty? You can expect to shell out at least $300 or more per…

Hilton confirms new Diamond Reserve tier and Confirmable Upgrade Rewards for 2026

Earlier this month, TPG reported that Hilton could be adding a new top member tier to its loyalty program — as well as reducing requirements for existing tiers. As of today, we can officially confirm that these changes are indeed taking place in the new year. Here is what Hilton has confirmed about its newest…

Pittsburgh opens new terminal with refreshed wayfinding

When the first travelers enter the new terminal at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) on Tuesday, they are going to notice more changes than just the spacious, gleaming new building that greets them. As part of the $1.7 billion makeover of the former US Airways hub in western Pennsylvania that opens Tuesday, PIT has undertaken a…

Allegiant announces blockbuster 30-route, 35-city expansion

Allegiant Air is plotting a major expansion in 2026. The budget airline announced a whopping 30 new routes that will take flight over the winter, spring and early-summer months next year. This blockbuster route announcement includes three all-new cities for the Las Vegas-based ultra-low-cost carrier: La Crosse, Wisconsin; Colombia, Missouri and Philadelphia. And, Allegiant will…