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Delta Air Lines has partnered with America's favorite airport coffee brand since October 2022, allowing travelers to earn Delta SkyMiles with every Starbucks purchase by linking their Starbucks Rewards and Delta SkyMiles accounts.Related: Quick Points: Earn more rewards with Uber, Lyft and Starbucks appsIn honor of International Coffee Day on Sept. 29, Delta is strengthening that partnership with … [Read more...]

Alaska Airlines is expanding in the Peach State.The Seattle-based carrier announced Monday that it is adding a new daily route from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) that begins flying May 16, 2024.With the new route, Atlanta becomes Alaska's 37th destination out of San Diego.Alaska's latest expansion into Atlanta — which also happens … [Read more...]

For individuals new to credit cards, the concept of balance transfers may be unfamiliar.In simple terms, a balance transfer involves transferring debt from one credit card account to another. When done strategically, balance transfers have the potential to reduce interest payments by moving the balance from a high-interest card to one with a lower interest rate, which can lead to significant cost … [Read more...]

WestJet has released its latest promotion for purchasing WestJet Dollars (WSD), during which members can buy WestJet Dollars with a 35% discount. The sale is in effect as of September 26, 2023, and runs through to October 16, 2023, at 11:59pm Pacific Time. In some cases, buying points during a sale can make sense; however, due to the way the WestJet Rewards program is structured, it doesn’t really … [Read more...]

London's Gatwick Airport (LGW) has been forced to cap flights at the airport until Sunday due to sickness-related staff shortages.Around 30% of the airport's air traffic control staff is currently out of action "for a variety of medical reasons including covid," resulting in a slew of cancellations.To avoid further disruption, the airport has imposed a strict daily flight cap, with takeoffs and … [Read more...]

When you think of Paris-based hospitality company Accor, brands like Sofitel, Raffles and Fairmont are likely the first things that come to mind.The company's Ennismore offshoot of lifestyle hotels also includes well-known brands like Delano and The Hoxton. But it's a brand with roots in the southern U.S. that is building up one of the largest footprints of any Accor brand in the U.S.21c Museum … [Read more...]

To celebrate the start of fall, Southwest Airlines is offering customers 50% off base fares for select travel from Oct. 24, 2023, to March 6, 2024.Flights must be booked by Thursday, and blackout dates and routes apply.Based on a test search for this story, one-way flights are available starting at $50.Deal basicsSOUTHWEST AIRLINESAirline: SouthwestRoutes: Across the Southwest networkHow to book: … [Read more...]

As of today, big changes have come into effect for the Canadian-issued Business Platinum Card from American Express and the American Express Platinum Card. The cards now come with higher annual fees and some additional benefits, and the welcome bonuses have received a bit of a boost to mark the occasion. There haven’t been any changes to the American Express Gold Rewards Card this time around, and … [Read more...]

Deciding whether to cancel a credit card isn't a quick and easy decision — or at least it shouldn't be. It's best to weigh several factors to ensure that closing your account doesn't have unintended consequences.Knowing when and how to cancel a credit card (and when to keep an account open) is critical to your long-term success as a points and miles enthusiast. This knowledge is just as necessary … [Read more...]

The first time I visited Tampa, I was shocked at the number of places to eat and the range of food. But let me tell you, Tampa restaurants are up there with the best. Table of Contents Tampa is a city for foodies and features cuisine from all over the world. One thing you will notice is the Cuban influence, and the Cuban sandwich is the city’s most famous meal. That’s all down to the cigar … [Read more...]

Adventurous Kate contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks! There are so many wonderful things to do in Sorrento, Italy! This small town on the Bay of Naples is one of the most popular places to visit in Southern Italy — and for good reason. Sorrento is located in the Campania region of Italy, right on the Bay … [Read more...]

Frequent flyers are livid over Delta's changes to its SkyMiles program — and other airlines see an opportunity. Over the weekend, Alaska Airlines announced a status match for Delta deserters.Now, JetBlue is making a play in a move that could have implications for flyers in the Northeast.JetBlue said on Tuesday that it will offer a status match to Delta elites, allowing travelers who want to switch … [Read more...]

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Kati and I just got back from a few days in our cabin in the North Carolina mountains.  It was wonderful.  The weather was great and the leaves just started to change color in some parts.  The daytime temps were about 75 degrees and at night it cooled down to about 46 degrees.  We love this time of year. We decided to take some time and travel to the Smoky Mountain National … [Read more...]

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Skift Take Affluent jet-setters are gearing up for luxe adventures next year, with wallets expanding and global horizons beckoning. Varsha Arora, Skift The new Skift Research report, The Luxury Traveler: Survey Findings, delves deep into luxury travel – the preferences, behaviors, and perspectives of affluent travelers. We structured it in five sections: 1: … [Read more...]

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