If you have a late-season ski trip coming up in the Western U.S., you may be concerned about the conditions on the slope — and rightfully so. Poor snowfall and unseasonably warm temperatures have led to icy and slushy conditions at many ski resorts, causing runs to close and lift lines to stretch even longer…

We always hope for the best on our trips, but chaos can appear quickly and unexpectedly. If your trip is disrupted by a worst-case scenario — such as a military conflict or war — or if your upcoming vacation is canceled because of such events, your credit card may be able to help you. Of…

What’s in a brand? For Hawaiian Airlines, it’s the people, culture and place that the carrier is rooted in. If the islands had a flag carrier, it would be Hawaiian. That brand loyalty in Hawaiian’s namesake islands, as well as Asia, the South Pacific and California, is why Alaska Airlines is keeping it around. As…

The unbridled growth of American Airlines and United Airlines at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is over for now. Following a rapid run-up in schedules this summer as the airlines fought to preserve gate access, the Federal Aviation Administration called a pause. The regulator, citing schedules that exceed the total daily runway capacity of ORD,…

The first Hotel Indigo in the picturesque Turks and Caicos Islands is now open. Dubbed the Hotel Indigo Turks & Caicos Grace Bay, the hotel sits steps from one of the world’s most scenic beaches — Grace Bay Beach — and comprises both a brand-new building and two renovated buildings. IHG The trendy hotel features…

We love transferable credit card points and miles here at TPG. The ability to transfer your rewards to a wide range of airline and hotel loyalty programs provides valuable flexibility to maximize your travel. You’re not locked into a single redemption scheme as you plan your trips. If you can’t find the seats available in…

On Aug. 12, 2026, a rare total solar eclipse will enchant travelers across such diverse landscapes as sun-kissed Mediterranean beaches, the rolling hills of Spanish wine country and the Arctic wilderness. During a total solar eclipse, the moon passes directly in front of the sun, blocking its light. Only the sun’s outer atmosphere (the corona)…

I will almost certainly have Platinum Pro status in American Airlines’ AAdvantage program in 2026. My account just doesn’t show it yet. I’m not alone. At the start of March, many American Airlines flyers who qualify for status at the last minute via credit card spending typically have to wait a little longer to get…

If you’ve ever wished for a high-end airport lounge designed to pop into for just a few minutes before your next flight — complete with elevated food and beverage options you’d actually enjoy — then American Express has an all-new concept for you. Meet Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge, the brand-new lounge from American Express,…

Flights across the Middle East remained largely on hold Tuesday following a weekend of massive disruptions across the Persian Gulf after the U.S. and Israel began an air assault against Iran, with Iran launching retaliatory strikes. Dubai-based airline Emirates and Abu Dhabi-based airline Etihad Airways both said they would begin limited cargo and repatriation flights…