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I’ve always been a fan of budget travel tips. For more than 30 years I’ve written and lectured about ways to stow-away, picnic, and get special deals to be able to afford international travel. My feeling has long been that you experience more by spending less. While that’s still true, over the years I’ve realized […]

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that World of Hyatt members can now earn and redeem their loyalty points at participating Bahia Principe properties. The collection joining the program totals approximately 12,000 rooms across more than 20 Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts-branded hotels in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica and Spain. This milestone marks a step […]

JetBlue has announced continued expansion at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) with new service to Cleveland, Ohio (CLE), and increased flying across nine popular existing routes. These additions bolster JetBlue’s position as the airport’s largest carrier, operating the most departures at FLL, while enhancing connectivity for customers traveling throughout the United States, Latin America and […]

Minor Hotels has announced the launch of Colbert Collection. The new global soft brand in the premium segment brings together independent hotels.  Conceived for travelers seeking emotional depth, and authentic connection, Colbert Collection draws inspiration from the convivial atmosphere of Parisian boulevard cafés and the cultural vibrancy of the original Colbert bistro in London, part […]

Travel is anything but predictable right now. The temporary closure of New York’s LaGuardia Airport is adding to an already mounting travel nightmare, triggering delays and cancellations across the region, while TSA staffing shortages are leading to long, often inconsistent security lines at major airports. But, according to experts at InsureMyTrip, knowing how to navigate the […]

The U.S. Department of State has issued a security alert urging Americans to exercise increased caution while traveling abroad. This comes at a time when travelers are already facing a growing list of challenges, including rising airfare due to higher fuel costs and the ongoing government shutdown. As summer travel planning begins, those concerns are […]

The wait is nearly over for Lisa Vanderpump’s first-ever hotel. Guests can now officially book reservations at The Vanderpump Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip via the Caesars Rewards app or online at caesars.com/thevanderpumphotel, with stays beginning May 2026. The Cromwell’s transformation into The Vanderpump Hotel is underway. Anchored in the heart of The Strip […]

Arriving just in time for spring and summer travel, MGM Resorts International is launching an all-inclusive experience on the Las Vegas Strip, bundling hotel accommodations, daily resort fee, dining, entertainment and parking into a single upfront price—starting at $330 plus tax for a two-night stay for two guests—at Luxor Hotel & Casino and Excalibur Hotel […]

In a recent open letter to Congress, Delta CEO Ed Bastian joined nine other aviation CEOs—representing the largest U.S. passenger and cargo carriers—who stressed the important of paying federal aviation workers during government shutdowns.  On Friday, March 13, TSA officers received a $0 paycheck after a lapse in funding that began on February 14.  “That […]

Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2027–28 South America season aboard Majestic Princess, featuring overnight experiences in the Antarctic Peninsula, late-night port calls, and access to 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites across the region. On sale now, the October 2027 through January 2028 season includes six departures across four itineraries (15 – 37 days), designed to give guests […]