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Though The American Express® Business Platinum CardThe card comes with a steep yearly fee of $695 (refer to rates and fees), but this expenditure offers notable benefits that can’t be overlooked.One of the benefits is receiving up to $400 in yearly statement credits for Dell purchases made in the U.S. (with enrollment required). This $400…

Bring along your four-leaf clover, rabbit’s foot, and lucky dice. Crystal, the luxury cruise line, is reintroducing casinos to its ships less than a year after their removal.The company has collaborated with Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer to introduce Casino de Monte-Carlo venues on their ships, offering 1,000 square feet of gaming area that…

Budget airline Allegiant Air is withdrawing from a Texas airport that has experienced rapid expansion over the past ten years.The ultralow-cost airline from Las Vegas will cease its aircraft and crew base operations at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) starting January 7, 2025, a spokesperson confirmed on Monday.Allegiant will continue to operate flights to the airport,…

One of the most gratifying methods to accumulate hotel points is by taking advantage of profitable hotel promotions. Fortunately, you can gain additional points through various IHG promotions this summer.Certain IHG One Rewards promotions are specifically targeted, so the details of your offer might sometimes vary from mine. However, here’s an in-depth look at the…

Is size truly important? The cruise industry certainly believes so. For over a hundred years, cruise companies have vied for the honor of possessing the world’s largest cruise ship.When it embarked on its maiden voyage in 1912, the ill-fated Titanic was the most enormous and magnificent passenger ship of its era. However, starting in 2009,…

If you’re waiting for a Global Entry interview or wanting to avoid the $100 application fee, there’s an alternative that can save you almost as much time at customs, and it’s entirely free.”It’s not quite Global Entry, but it’s fairly similar,” stated Marc Calixte, the port director for U.S. Customs and Border Protection at Dulles…

Greece continues to improve, particularly for Hilton Honors members planning a trip to Athens.The recently announced transformation of the former Hilton Athens will turn it into a versatile destination named The Ilisian. This development will feature the Conrad Athens hotel, Conrad- and Waldorf Astoria-branded residences, as well as a variety of restaurants, bars, and additional…

Alaska Airlines is introducing a new flight route to New Orleans from one of its hubs on the West Coast.Beginning in January, the Seattle-based airline will provide direct, seasonal flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) in Oregon to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).The service will commence on January 6 and continue until May…

Summary of American Airlines AAdvantage MileUpThe American Airlines AAdvantage® MileUp® card provides the opportunity to accumulate frequent flyer miles without an annual fee. It’s a suitable choice for infrequent American Airlines travelers seeking an entry-level rewards card. Nonetheless, due to its minimal perks and card protection features, there are other alternatives that might be more…