This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated March 2023 During Ramadan, working hours and operating hours are typically reduced in Dubai and the UAE, leading to a more peaceful atmosphere. However, this changes during Iftar time when Muslims seek food and a place to break their fast. For those looking for … [Read more...]

This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated March 2023 The holy month of Ramadan will soon be upon us. Provided no changes are observed, Ramadan 2023 will start on Thursday, March 23, 2023, and is expected to last for 30 days. The dates will naturally be confirmed as we move closer to Ramadan. During … [Read more...]

This article has been reviewed by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Updated March 2023 The month of Ramadan is considered the holiest and most sacred month of the Islamic Hijri (lunar) calendar. Muslims firmly believe that it was during this exalted month that the archangel Gabriel descended from the heavens and revealed the Message to the … [Read more...]

Editor’s Note: Happy Holi, everyone! We will not be publishing our newsletter on Wednesday, March 8, as our India team will be celebrating the Indian festival of colors — Holi.  Metasearch engines have emerged as the leading channel for travel bookings post-Covid, according to a travel trends report by Adara, a travel martech and data exchange platform. India-headquartered travel tech firm … [Read more...]

During a recent visit to Toronto, I paid a visit to The Anndore House, a JdV by Hyatt property that opened its doors only a few years ago. This would be my second stay with Hyatt’s boutique JdV brand, after my first encounter at Hotel 50 Bowery in New York. The Anndore House’s building has seen many transformations, having changed hands a few times throughout the decades. Most recently, it was … [Read more...]

Finnair's spacious new seat means business By Paul Johnson on Mar 07, 2023 in Air Travel, Speciality Travel Business class travel takes a leap forward with Finnair’s new Business Class cabin and the spacious new Collins Aerospace AirLounge™ seat. Finnair is the launch customer for this new and innovative seating concept that is to be rolled out across Finnair’s … [Read more...]

We may earn commission from affiliate links → Along the 378 kilometers of the Black Sea coastline in Bulgaria, magical towns and golden sun-kissed beaches like Sozopol, Golden Sands, or Sunny Beach are to be found. Here are the best beaches that should not be missed when traveling the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast. Saxa Beach In Burgas Burgas ranks as one of Bulgaria’s most important cities and is … [Read more...]

We may earn commission from affiliate links → Do you have a sweet tooth that craves unique and delectable treats? Look no further! The Balkans region is home to some of the most scrumptious desserts in the world, ranging from honey-soaked baklava to syrupy tulumbe. Join us on a journey through this culinary wonderland as we explore the best sweets from the Balkans. Get ready to indulge your … [Read more...]

We may earn commission from affiliate links → Looking for a thrilling and unforgettable adventure? Greece is home to some of the most fascinating and awe-inspiring volcanoes in the world. From breathtaking views to unique geological formations, these natural wonders are definitely worth adding to your travel bucket list. Ready to explore? Join us as we take you on a journey through the top 5 … [Read more...]

Hotel elite status offers many valuable perks, from complimentary breakfast and upgrades to late checkout and higher earning rates. These perks are often designed to keep members loyal to and engaged with a program, including those with popular hotel credit cards.And it works. I usually book hotels directly to ensure I get my elite benefits and earnings. For some stays, I'll book with a particular … [Read more...]

Editors' note: We've updated this guide with the most recent information.Choice Privileges is the rewards program for Choice Hotels. And you'll soon be able to book even more hotels through the Choice Privileges rewards program, as the Radisson Rewards Americas loyalty program will fold into the Choice Privileges program in the coming months.We don't know what changes the integration of Radisson … [Read more...]

The U.S. Department of Transportation launched an online dashboard Monday that allows passengers to see which airlines guarantee fee-free family seating. It's the latest initiative by the Biden administration to push for more consumer protections in the airline industry.So far, only three airlines — Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier Airlines — have guaranteed family seating without … [Read more...]

In a city flush with hotels, deciding where to stay in NYC can be challenging.That's why I often tell my friends and family visiting New York City to skip tourist-filled Midtown for a stay in my neighborhood, the fashionable, eclectic and (mostly) laid-back area of Brooklyn called Williamsburg.Just a quick Subway ride from Manhattan, hip Williamsburg is home to some incredible hotels — like the … [Read more...]

If you’re in the market for a new business credit card, two no-annual-fee products from Chase are now offering their best-ever bonuses. However, these offers are ending soon, on March 20.Right now, new applicants for the Ink Business Cash Credit Card and Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card can earn $900 bonus cash back after spending $6,000 in the first three months after account opening. This is a … [Read more...]

Target REDcard credit card overviewThe Target REDcard is a solid earner, featuring a 5% discount on Target and Target.com purchases, 2% back on dining and gas station purchases and 1% back on everything else. It is a strong contender for those who spend big at Target — but not elsewhere. Card rating*: ⭐⭐½*Card rating is based on the opinion of TPG’s editors and is not influenced by … [Read more...]

Ready for some winter fun with dogs? Try your hand at something new: dog sledding! Here’s what to expect when you book a dog sledding adventure. Dog sledding has been on my bucket list since I first made a bucket list nearly a decade ago. But despite my travels, I’ve never had the chance to give it a try. That is until I visited Pagosa Springs, Colorado, this winter. There, on a snowy day, I … [Read more...]

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, updated with new information and offers.Barbie’s Dreamhouse is no longer a dream: Beginning this spring, you’ll be able to step through the doors to her Malibu home and find out if life in plastic is really as fantastic as it seems. The World of Barbie, a partnership between Mattel and branded live entertainment group Kilburn Live, is a traveling, immersive … [Read more...]

With more than 6,000 properties worldwide and nearly 1,900 more in the pipeline, IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of TPG’s favorite hotel groups.We’re also fans of the recently revamped IHG One Rewards loyalty program, including its new elite member benefits and its Mr & Mrs Smith collaboration.IHG comprises 18 different brands, with properties like the wellness-inspired Six Senses, trendy … [Read more...]

Are you looking for ways to boost your proofreading skills? If so, you have to check out these incredible online proofreading courses.Online proofreading is an amazing way to make some extra cash, whether you’re at home or on the road; working as an online proofreader helped me fund my travels when I lived in Japan for a year. Many proofreaders even make a full-time living off of it! Table of … [Read more...]

Citi is a TPG advertising partner.Citi credit card holders: Check your email. You might have a valuable offer to earn up to 5 ThankYou points per dollar on your spending.Depending on what card(s) you have, there are at least two offers floating around. You could earn at gas stations, grocery stores, drugstores and transit through one offer, and electronics stores, department stores, home … [Read more...]