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How to maximize the value of your American Express Platinum Card®

Thanks to last year’s refresh of the American Express Platinum® and Business Platinum® cards and a series of incredible welcome offers, there are undoubtedly quite a few readers who now have a Platinum card of one type or another, or are still getting familiar with the new benefits of the card...

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The Easiest Way To Get Your Free $50 From Rakuten

If you're not sure how to take advantage of the easy $50 welcome bonus from Rakuten, here is in my opinion the best way to get some easy money. Simply ...

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Remote Screening Pilot Program Launched by Transportation Security Administration

A pilot program with which travelers can be screened remotely instead of at a security checkpoint at the airport was launched by the Transportation Security Administration of the United States on Monday, June 1, 2026... ...but it is currently available only to passengers of...

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Get up to ~1.5c per Emirates mile for select flights with Emirates, EasyJet, Fly2

Emirates is out with a new promotion through August 31, 2026, where it’s possible to use Skywards miles at an enhanced value for cash and miles bookings on Emirates and Fly Dubai or you can use Emirates Miles for EasyJet and Jet2 at an elevated value as well. In either...

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Canada Offers Airlines A Fuel Bailout With Tax Breaks And Subsidized Loans

Canada is suspending airline fuel taxes and offering subsidized loans, with Air Canada likely the biggest beneficiary of the tax holiday while taxpayers absorb risk.

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IHG Premier Card Hits 185,000 Points — Worth Getting For The Bonus, Keeping For The Free Night

The IHG Premier Card has a limited-time offer worth up to 185,000 points, which is more than I’ve seen before on this $99 hotel card. The upfront bonus is the reason to get it now, but the annual free night, fourth-night-free award benefit, Platinum status, and 4th night free on...

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(6/8 only) Rakuten American Express card welcome offer increased to $200

Update: This offer is back again for today only (6/8/26). You only have a few hours left to take advantage if you are interested. Rakuten has increased the welcome offer on its American Express credit card to $200 after $2,000 spend in the first 90 days. This matches the best...

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The Autobahn Wasn’t The Scariest Part Of Driving In Germany

Before our trip, I had a pretty simple idea of what driving in Germany would be like: get on the Autobahn, watch for someone flying up behind me at 130…

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Chase Sapphire Reserve®: New 150K Welcome Offer (End date confirmed)

Update 6/8/26: Last chance: This best-ever offer for the Chase Sapphire Reserve® will be ending at 9 AM EST on 6/15/2026. If you’re interested, act accordingly. ~~~ The Chase Sapphire Reserve® card now features an increased welcome offer of 150,000 Ultimate Rewards points after spending $6,000 on purchases within the...

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American Adds 9 Gates In Terminal C Expansion at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

American Airlines and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) have officially opened a brand-new…

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The World’s Longest Domestic Flights Are All U.S. Routes, Except For Four Wild Covid-Era Tahiti–Paris Nonstops

The longest domestic flights today are all U.S. routes to Hawaii, but during Covid Air Tahiti Nui briefly flew Tahiti–Paris nonstop as an even longer “domestic” oddity.

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RIYADH AIR: New aviation deal with Saudi Arabia puts passennger flight on Australia’s horizon

Saudi Arabia has signed a new aviation agreement with Australia, opening the way for direct flights into Avalon in Victoria and Toowoomba Wellcamp in Queensland. The first flights are likely to be freight, chilled meat, seafood and dairy and not business class suites. But this raises the possiblity that Riyadh...

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Air France’s Swift Starlink Wi-Fi Rollout: 60% Done, Fleetwide By End Of 2026

In September 2024, Air France announced plans to introduce free high speed Wi-Fi throughout its fleet, reinforcing its position as Europe’s most premium global airline (along with all of its other product investments).

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Hyatt Place Pasadena Hotel Review

If you're looking for a good Old Town Pasadena hotel - here is my Hyatt Place Pasadena hotel review, including info on wifi, breakfast, parking, rooms, amenities, cost and more

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Beloved Airport Employee Store Open To The Public Closes—Searches For A New Home

Most airport shops sell the same basic things: snacks, headphones, books, and last-minute souvenirs. This one was different—and that’s exactly why so many travelers are hoping it finds a way…

Economy Class & Beyond

TRIP REPORT: British Airways Galleries South Lounge, Terminal 5 – More Passenger Innovations in Hamburg

British Airways Galleries South Lounge (Heathrow Terminal 5) TRIP REPORT: More Passenger Innovations in Hamburg In this week of passenger experience fun: Back to Hamburg Again. And yes, keeping it simple To Heathrow Airport with FlixBus and Terminal 5 British Airways Galleries South, Terminal 5 BA964 London Heathrow to Hamburg...

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Wells Fargo changes: transfers to other users ending, points will no longer automatically be combined

Travel with Grant has reported today on some changes coming to the Wells Fargo rewards program. Grant noticed these changes announced in his most recent credit card statement. The most concerning among the updates is the fact that points will no longer automatically be combined between your own accounts, and...

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Accused Houston Airport Stowaway Claims He Was Duped By Fake Ticket Scam

A stowaway who allegedly evaded gate agents and snuck onboard a United Airlines flight from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Los Angeles last month is actually a victim, his attorney has claimed, saying the man was sold a fake ticket and had no idea his boarding pass wasn’t genuine....

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InKind Dining App Limited Time Referral Offer: Up To $75 In Total Value

I’ve written in the past about InKind, my favorite dining rewards app. InKind has just rolled out an improved refer a friend bonus, so this is a great time to refer family and friends.

Miles To Memories

Target Circle Deal Days: $100 Circle Card Bonus and More

Apply for a Target Circle Card between June 14-26 and, if approved, receive $100 in Target Circle Rewards. You also get 15% off your first purchase as a new Target Circle member.

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Earn 750 Bonus MileagePlus Miles by Shopping for Summer

Effective through Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 11:59:59 in the evening Eastern Daylight Time, you can earn 750 bonus United Airlines MileagePlus miles — in addition to the standard MileagePlus miles earned — during the Summer Bonus Offer campaign at the MileagePlus Shopping portal by spending the following minimum amounts...

The Bulkhead Seat

Hilton Honors Updates Upgrades With New Elite Benefits and Guaranteed Suite Options

Hilton Honors is rolling out big changes to one of its most popular elite…

One Mile at a Time

Easy (Paid) GHA Discovery Titanium & Platinum Status Match: My Experience

GHA Discovery is a hotel loyalty program that flies under the radar, but really shouldn’t. It offers the ability to earn and redeem rewards, and take advantage of elite perks, at hundreds of properties around the globe, including some small, luxury hotel groups (like Capella Hotels & Resorts).

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American Airlines Pilot Trading Cards Are Finally Here. How To Get One On Your Next Flight

American Airlines pilot trading cards are now in circulation for the airline’s 100th anniversary, but not every pilot has them yet. Here’s the best way to ask.

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