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United’s dropping yet another US city, its 39th in just over 3 years – The Points Guy
United is pulling out of yet another U.S. city, but this one is unlike many of the other 38 airports the airline dropped during the pandemic. The Chicago-based carrier filed plans over the weekend to stop serving Westchester County Airport (HPN) as of June 30, as first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by…
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Get ready to bag a cheap flight to Hong Kong with Cathay Pacific – The Points Guy
The Hong Kong tourist board has partnered with Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and home airline Cathay Pacific to offer North American travelers a limited batch of cut-price airfares to the city. The campaign to celebrate the easing of travel restrictions in the region is part of a plan to give away 700,000 subsidized tickets…
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Hilton Honors Card from American Express card review – The Points Guy – The Points Guy
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Hilton Honors American Express Card overview The Hilton Honors American Express Card is the brandâs no-annual-fee (see rates and fees), entry-level product. Featuring 7 points per dollar on eligible Hilton purchases and complimentary Hilton Honors Silver status, the card is a…
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15 ways that cruising newbies waste money on their first cruise – The Points Guy
I can still remember my first rookie mistake on a cruise. It came about 15 minutes after I stepped on board a ship for the first time. I had worked my way up to the Lido Deck to take in the view, and I was almost immediately confronted by a beaming waiter holding out a…
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Best hotels in Myrtle Beach for spring break or your summer vacation – The Points Guy
Myrtle Beach is one of the most popular vacation destinations on the East Coast of the United States, and for good reason. With its stunning beaches, family-friendly attractions, and fantastic dining and shopping options, it’s no surprise that millions of visitors flock to this South Carolina city each year. When it comes to choosing the…
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This concept won’t be for everyone: Virgin Hotels Chicago – The Points Guy
Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Empire continues to spread its wings worldwide. The British billionaire is well known for tearing up the rule book and pushing the envelope with aviation and cruise ships to great fanfare, and his Virgin Hotels brand is slowly but surely opening properties across the U.S. and the U.K. Built in 1928,…
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101 Best Places to Visit in the USA in 2023 (Ultimate Bucket List)
The diversity of people, regional food, varied terrain, and natural beauty are hard to find anywhere else in the world. Prepare to be amazed, the United States is a premier travel destination with endless road trips available and easy cross-country flights. There are endless places to visit in the USA and no matter how you…
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Alaska Airlines unveils new menu items for first class and main cabin – The Points Guy
Travelers flying with Alaska Airlines will now have even more choices when it comes to food. The Seattle-based carrier has added a spate of new menu items across its first-class and main cabin, hoping to give travelers more fresh food options on board. Alaska is doubling the number of preorder items available for the main…
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The best time to cruise the Panama Canal – The Points Guy
Transiting the Panama Canal from the Caribbean to the Pacific Ocean is a once-in-a-lifetime trip for many travelers, especially for history and engineering buffs. If youâre considering this bucket-list sailing, youâll want to find the best time to cruise the Panama Canal, whether that be to find better weather, lower pricing or fewer crowds. The…
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How to use United’s ‘expert mode’ – The Points Guy
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. If you frequently fly United Airlines, want to upgrade your United flight or have elite status with United, you may benefit from the expert mode option on United’s website. United Airlines’ expert mode lets you see available fare classes, including award and…