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Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.If you’ve been to the airport anytime in the past year or so, you’ve definitely seen some Away suitcases rolling through security. That’s because the brand’s popularity has expanded like crazy, especially with unique collections like Northern Lights-inspired luggage....

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.On Monday, passengers aboard a WOW Air flight from Iceland (KEF) to Montreal (YUL) were disturbed by an ant infestation mid-flight.[Update, 3/28/2019: WOW Air has ceased operations. Find our ongoing coverage of WOW Air’s collapse, and what affected passengers can do about it, here....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here: Citi Premier® CardTO THE POINT: Etihad’s Apartment is one of the most luxurious first-class experiences you’ll find in the sky. The pros: complimentary chauffeur service to and from the airport and incredibly attentive staff. The cons: faulty lights at my seat that wouldn’t dim and a shower suite that was out of order.After successfully bidding on an upgrade from business class to first on Etihad, TPG Special Contributor Eric Rosen flew in the airline’s First Apartment aboard the A380 from New York (JFK) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Thai Airways operates a wide variety of aircraft, and while some of the airline’s first-class cabins aren’t up to date, the A380 offers comfortable seats and fantastic award availability. Today, TPG Editor-in-Chief Zach Honig reviews first class on Thai’s A380 on a recent flight from Bangkok to Paris.While Thai Airways no longer operates flights from the US, the airline serves a handful of cities in Europe from its Suvarnabhumi Airport hub just outside Bangkok (BKK)....

The longest sea-crossing bridge ever built is set to open this week, nine years after construction.The 34-mile bridge connects Hong Kong and Macau to the mainland Chinese city of Zhuhai. CNN reported that Chinese President Xi Jinping and top officials from Hong Kong and Macau are expected to attend a ceremony in Zhuhai on Tuesday, and the bridge will be open to the public on Wednesday.The $20-billion bridge was originally planned to open in 2016, but several delays pushed the due date back to 2018....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.New Yorkers, Chicagoans, you may want to sit down.On Oct. 16, TripAdvisor released their list of the Top 10 Pizza Restaurants in the US for 2018. And Boston’s Regina Pizzeria took the No. 1 spot. Known for The Giambotta (pepperoni with house sausage, salami, mushrooms, peppers, onions, basil and Mozzarella), the North End mainstay has a strong 4....

Finding a last-minute flight — one that departs today, tomorrow or even next week — can be an exercise in financial frustration. It will be likely more expensive than booking in advance, and you know that the fares aren’t likely to drop. And, maddeningly, you know that there are probably going to be empty seats and possibly empty rows. It’s true that with airlines far stricter than ever about managing their capacity, a lot of flights are full — but that’s not always the case....

Let’s face it. Now isn’t necessarily the time for airlines to be expanding their networks.As we’ve heard time and again from aviation executives, most carriers are going to come out of the pandemic much leaner — with a more streamlined fleet, smaller workforce and fewer routes.Yet United’s latest route announcement on July 7 bucks that trend. Interestingly, the Chicago-based carrier announced a new route starting in September between Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Tel Aviv (TLV)....

Spain is planning to reopen its borders to foreign visitors as soon as July 1, but it’s still unclear if that means everyone.The announcement was made during a press conference with Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Saturday morning.Visit TPG’s guide to all coronavirus news and updates.“As you know, Spain receives more than 80 million visitors a year. I am announcing that from July, Spain will reopen for foreign tourism in conditions of safety,” said Prime Minister Sánchez....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.We often publish stories from readers that illustrate how points and miles can help you get where you want to go. However, it’s important to learn from our mistakes as well as our successes, so I’m calling on you to send us your most epic travel failure stories. Email them to info@thepointsguy.com and put “Reader Mistake Story” in the subject line....

From wheels down to sun up, TPG Contributor Amanda Wowk wants you to experience Edinburgh like the locals.The beautiful city of Edinburgh is best known for its stunning castle, (surprisingly) tasty haggis and world-renowned festivals. While all of these attractions are worth checking out, the Scottish capital’s lesser known gems have plenty to offer as well. Here are 10 tips for visiting Edinburgh you probably won’t find in a guidebook.The Best Ways to Get Around TownWhile the trams that slide through Princes Street might seem like a convenient way to get around town, your best bet for public transportation is by taking the maroon double-decker Lothian Buses, which cover much more ground for the same price....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.This summer, TPG and I met with David Flueck, the head of the combined Marriott/Starwood Preferred Guest program. The key takeaway was that it would be business as usual for both Marriott Rewards and SPG through 2018, but that we’d be hearing more about the chain’s credit card plans by the end of 2017. Those details finally arrived on Tuesday....

We’ve all been there. You rush out of work, grab your bags, just barely make your flight and spend a few hours cramped in an uncomfortable seat. But who cares, because you’re on vacation! You arrive at your destination, ready to hit the beach, SFP and sun hat in hand.And then it’s raining.Fortunately, bad weather doesn’t have to ruin your trip. The first step? Don’t panic and stay positive. Then, follow these tips to ensure you have a fun and relaxing vacation, rain or shine....

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.As part of its massive March 22 devaluation, American Airlines introduced a new permanent redemption level for flights 500 miles or less, letting AAdvantage members redeem 7,500 miles (rather than the usual 12,500) each way for short-haul options....

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Bloomingdale’s shoppers rejoice! The famous department store has teamed up with several companies to add extra perks for holders of its credit card. The bonuses range from discounts to free upgrades at some of the country’s hottest new businesses:While a couple of these offers appear to be one time only……Others offer discounts on a recurring basis, meaning you can score some pretty awesome value on the regular:Though I’ve never been to/used one of these services before (ah, rural living), these are some pretty compelling offers....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Want to see the latest flight deals as soon as they’re published? Follow The Points Guy on Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to text message alerts from our deals feed, @tpg_alerts.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Want to see the latest flight deals as soon as they’re published? Follow The Points Guy on Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to text message alerts from our deals feed, @tpg_alerts.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency such as Orbitz or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency such as Orbitz or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking. However, if you’re using The Platinum Card® from American Express, you’ll need to book directly with the airline or through the Amex Travel portal to get 5x MR points....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Want to see the latest flight deals as soon as they’re published? Follow The Points Guy on Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to text message alerts from our deals feed, @tpg_alerts.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend that you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking....

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Great news for travelers flying on Delta’s long-haul flights to Hawaii: beginning September 15, 2016, the airline will serve complimentary meals to passengers in economy and Delta Comfort Plus on flights to Honolulu (HNL) from Atlanta (ATL), Minneapolis (MSP) and New York (JFK)....