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When I was growing up, I wanted to be an archeologist. I loved history (and still do), and the thought of uncovering temples and tombs in jungles excited me. I used to read books on Greek and Roman history and have discussions with my history teacher, even as young as 13. In short, I was […]

Avios are the currency used by the British Airways Club, Club Iberia Plus, Finnair Plus, Aer Lingus AerClub and Qatar Airways Privilege Club loyalty programs — and now also the Loganair Loyalty program. You can earn and redeem Avios if you have a frequent flyer account with any (or all) of these airlines. You can […]

Often referred to as “The Gathering Place,” Oahu is the third-largest Hawaiian island and the most densely populated. It also happens to be having a particularly buzzy moment, as it’s the primary filming location for the forthcoming live-action “Lilo & Stitch” movie, which hits theaters May 23. But whether or not the beloved characters from […]

It’s easy to decide you want to be able to travel for less, but it is hard to know where to start. While we have a guide to getting started with points and miles and even an entire Points101 free email series designed to get you going with rewards earning and burning and encourage you […]

Free night certificates are an appealing way to save money at hotels — and Hilton Honors offers one of the most valuable certificates out there. Unlike most other programs’ free night awards, which limit you to certain hotel categories or points-per-night values, you can use Hilton free night certificates virtually anywhere, including at the program’s […]

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are switching up terminals at some of the nation’s largest hubs, getting closer to one another — and to other airlines in the Oneworld alliance — in the process, following their merger last year. Hawaiian on Tuesday launched service from Terminal 8 at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport […]

Iberia Visa Signature Card overview The Iberia Visa Signature® Card is a solid pick for travelers looking to earn Avios, the rewards currency used by Iberia, British Airways and other partners. You can redeem Avios for flights across the Oneworld alliance or transfer them to partners like Qatar Airways for even more flexibility. As a […]

There’s a great deal for round-trip flights to Europe right now. You can currently book cheap flights from all eight of TAP Air Portugal’s U.S. gateways — as well as from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), where TAP Air Portugal launches service May 16, 2025 — for under $400 round-trip. Sale fares are available through […]

Hilton Honors and American Express are offering some excellent welcome bonuses on their cobranded credit cards. But hurry because these offers end on April 29. Currently, the four Amex Hilton credit cards — three personal cards and one business one — are offering elevated welcome bonuses. They include the opportunity to earn a large number […]

Premium cards have evolved over the past several years to attract and retain customers. Two top cards for premium travel and lifestyle benefits are The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express. Both cards have an annual fee of $695 (see rates and fees for the Amex Platinum and […]