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The state of Alaska
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Thanks to Alaska Airlines' recent merger with Hawaiian Airlines, there’s a limited-time backdoor way to turn your American Express Membership Rewards points into valuable Alaska miles by first transferring them to Hawaiian...
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We are entering the prime time to score the best deals for peak summer travel dates, so it's time to book your trips.While some international routes are already getting more expensive, you...
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Alaska's merger with Hawaiian last year created a golden opportunity: It made Alaska miles an unofficial Amex transfer partner, as you can currently send Amex points to Hawaiian, then kick them over...
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American Airlines business class might not be at the top of every traveler's wish list, but thanks to its vast route network and solid award availability to book with points, it can...
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Nothing's worse than getting off a long flight only to wait at the baggage carousel for your luggage. It's why many travelers skip checking a bag and pack in just a carry-on...
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If you've ever hesitated booking a flight – asking yourself “What if the price goes down later?” or “What if I can't get these dates off work?” – you need to learn...
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Airfare prices change constantly, fueling plenty of myths about the best time to book and how to find the lowest fares. Scott Keyes, founder of Going — a travel app formerly known...
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The words “summer trip to Europe” and “cheap” rarely go together – especially if you want to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a business class seat. But this summer could be different …...
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Packing for a cruise can be a puzzle, especially for a first-time cruiser on a long sailing.It can be challenging to determine how to bring a couple of weeks worth of clothing...
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3 days agoShareSaveLindsey GallowayShareSaveGetty ImagesWith their growing financial resources, 82% of women control travel decisions, and from solo adventure holidays to multi-generational trips, female-first travel is on the rise.Women today are on...
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Got a travel credit from a canceled or rebooked flight that's about to expire? Good news—there’s a sneaky workaround that can buy you more time to use it for a future trip....
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Getting ahead with travel credit cards is all about timing: Opening a card when the welcome bonus is at its highest is what it's all about. If you're in the market for...
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It may still feel like winter at home, but March finds wildflowers blooming and festivals of all sorts happening around the globe. Here’s a round-up of destinations that are at their prime...
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Even if you never fly the Seattle-based carrier, you should want to earn Alaska Airlines miles. They're easily the most valuable miles among the big U.S. airlines … and arguably in the...
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Multicolored northern lights (Aurora borealis) on Canadian forest. (Photo by Sylvie Corriveau on Shutterstock)YELLOWKNIFE, Northwest Territories — Seeing the Northern Lights is on the bucket lists of countless people worldwide. However, picking...
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Think riding the rails is a thing of the past in the USA? Think again.Although the USA has the largest network of roads in the world, it’s also an ideal country to see...
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For years, points and miles aficionados have put up with Avianca LifeMiles' shoddy customer service and wonky website for one reason: Low mileage redemption rates, which made it the best way to...
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From the *delta skymiles gold* to the top-tier *delta skymiles reserve*, Amex has a SkyMiles credit card for nearly every type of Delta flyer. And if you're just adding one of these...
Who doesn't love an airport lounge? At a minimum, it's a spot to charge your phone, eat a snack, or drink for free before your flight. At their best, you can take...
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