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22 cards currently offering welcome bonuses of 100,000 points or more
Here are some of the most valuable credit card welcome bonuses currently available on the market right now, worth at least 100,000 points or miles.
Goon Gear Returns to Board Production With Pro Model for Vermont Local
Jake Fournier's pro model pays homage to the Spotheads.
Mount Washington Could Join the World’s Most Elite List of Natural Wonders
The World Heritage Site designation isn't guaranteed. But one day, Mount Washington could have the same status as the Great Wall or the Great Barrier Reef.
Higher Fuel Costs + Spirit’s End = Higher Fares
Although Spirit was a small airline, it had a sizable impact on airfares across major markets in the U.S. Now that it has shut down, industry experts say to expect more airfare increases compounded by high fuel costs.
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These 13 apps and websites make award redemptions easier to find
These 13 apps and websites will help you find award availability for flights and hotels so you can make sure you are getting the best points pricing possible.
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(Updates) New JetBlue Premier card benefits are live, now with 100K welcome offer
Update 5/8/26: We had a few questions for our rep regarding how some of these changes will be implemented. We’ve now received answers about those, so here’s what’s worth knowing. Eligible Companion Pass spending If you already have a JetBlue Premier card, your spending since January 1, 2026 will ...
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“I Chewed Him Out!” Delta Passenger Confronted For Sticking Used Gum In Seatback Pocket
It really takes a strong sense of entitlement and glaring lack of respect for others to believe you are justified in spitting out your chewing gum and placing it in you seatback pocket. Have people lost their minds? Passenger Carefully Disinfects Armrest…Then Sticks Chewed Gum In Seatback Pocket ...
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Chase Sapphire Preferred Ending 10% Anniversary Bonus Points Perk
The Chase Sapphire Preferred Card (review) is losing a unique perk that set it apart in some ways, and I’m sure cardmembers won’t be happy about it.
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My top travel credit cards for 2026
From beginner-friendly picks to premium cards with lounge access, these are the travel credit cards I recommend most in 2026 — and how I use them.
Disney World’s Newest Viral Dessert Lives Up to Hype.
In today’s installment of “old man Bricker yells at cloud,” I’ve become dubious of Walt Disney World food ‘trends’ that go viral. This is in part because a lot of folks on social media don’t have great taste, just need content to feed the beast, jump on the bandwagon, or prioritize photogenic foo...
Middle East Instability Is Sending Summer Travelers to Spain and the Caribbean, Meliá Says
Meliá says instability hurt first-quarter results in some markets while strengthening the summer outlook in others.
Iran War Costs Have Hit Travel’s Profit Forecasts
The Iran war didn't just raise fuel costs — it upended many travel company's business plans for 2026.
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Central Florida Schools Jump into Cool KIDS’ SUMMER
Ahead of Cool KIDS’ SUMMER, Walt Disney World is supporting Central Florida education in a big way, announcing a $1.3 million investment for education programs, visiting local elementary schools, and surprising teachers with Disney theme park tickets. As another great school year wraps up, we wan...
Wyndham to Launch Vienna House and Dolce Branded Residences in Ras Al Khaimah: Exclusive
Wyndham’s Al Marjan Island bet is less about the Wynn effect and more about proving midscale branded residences have been a missed opportunity all along.
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7 lesser-known Chase Sapphire Reserve benefits that offer more than you might expect
You've likely heard about the Chase Sapphire Reserve's $300 annual travel credit, but here are seven lesser-known perks you might not have known about.
Wynn Al Marjan Island Faces ‘Modest Delay,’ CEO Cites Supply-Chain Challenges
A delay without a date is still a delay — Wynn is betting the UAE’s long-term fundamentals can absorb the uncertainty.
Air India’s Town Hall: No Layoffs — But Salary Bumps Are Paused
Each Air India update only deepens the question: who gets to lead the airline? The wait, for now, continues.
Disney World Quietly Ends Magic Kingdom “Let the Magic Begin” Welcome Show.
Since early 2026, Walt Disney World has modified two Magic Kingdom shows, eliminating or adjusting showtimes during the Cinderella Castle repainting. With that project almost 100% completed, we’ve been watching the entertainment calendars awaiting a full return to normal. It now appears that the ...
'100% Chance of Super El Niño' Claim Sparks Fears of Record-Breaking Winter
New data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) shows increasing likelihood of potentially record-breaking El Niño season.
The Hotel Industry CEOs Can’t Decide What Letter the Economy Is
Nassetta calls it a C, Capuano says the K is bending. I call it wishful typography.