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For nearly a decade, American Airlines insisted that seatback screens were yesterday’s technology. Why install expensive entertainment systems when everyone carries a smartphone, tablet, or laptop? TV Screens are dead on short haul flight, that was the way of US Airways management that took over American Airlines and TVs were dead This week, the airline […] Read the rest of this article at American Airlines Admits What Travelers Knew All Along: Seatback Screens Matter.

Alaska Airlines is doubling down on its international ambitions and European expansion. Just months after launching Alaska Airlines first ever long-haul service to Europe including new destinations Rome, London, Reykjavik  the Seattle-based carrier has announced Athens and Paris for summer 2027. The additions further cement Seattle as Alaska’s global gateway and move the airline another […] Read the rest of this article at Alaska Bets Big on Europe With Athens and Paris Service from Seattle.

If you’re staying at a luxury IHG hotel and booking directly through the brand website, you may be leaving hundreds of dollars in value on the table. The best-kept secret in luxury travel is IHG Destined, an exclusive preferred partner program that provides complimentary perks at participating hotels worldwide for the same rates often available […] Read the rest of this article at IHG Destined: Free Upgrades, Breakfast, and Resort Credits.

I recently flew Alaska Airlines’ new nonstop service from Seattle (SEA) to Rome (FCO) in business class. As an Alaska loyalist and frequent traveler, I was excited to experience one of the carrier’s newest long-haul routes. It was my first time on Alaska’s 787 and our upgrade cleared from economy to business class! A great […] Read the rest of this article at Alaska’s New Seattle to Rome is Great, But the Catering Needs Serious Work.

There are plenty of bucket-list remote destinations in the world and I love to visit them and write about deals for them! We’re talking about places like Antarctica, The Galápagos, East Africa during the Great Migration, Svalbard and more.  Then there’s Raja Ampat. The last paradise on earth! Or at least some would claim. And […] Read the rest of this article at Why Raja Ampat Might Be the Best Expedition Cruise You’ve Never Considered.

If you’ve got travel planned on WestJet this August weekend, there’s a good chance your plans have already been disrupted. With cabin crew walking off the job, WestJet says approximately 250,000 passengers will be impacted, and hundreds of flights have already been canceled. What makes this labor dispute particularly interesting is that WestJet has now […] Read the rest of this article at WestJet’s Strike Offer: Generous Proposal or Not Enough?.

Japan’s cherry blossom season is a popular and can be an expensive time to visit Japan, yet this deal makes it affordable and easy! Every spring, travelers from around the world flock to the country hoping to catch the brief but spectacular display of pink and white blooms that transform parks, temples, riversides, and city […] Read the rest of this article at 2027 Luxury Japan Cherry Blossom Cruise from $4,169.

When people ask me which Antarctica cruise line offers the best combination of luxury, service, and expedition experience, Seabourn is always near the top of the list. The challenge has typically been the price. Seabourn’s purpose-built expedition ships deliver an exceptional onboard experience, but fares have often placed them firmly in the ultra-luxury category and […] Read the rest of this article at Seabourn Expeditions: South America & Antarctica Sale from $7,000!.

For Alaska Airlines loyalists, this has been one of the most anticipated additions to the new Atmos Rewards platform. Philippine Airlines award flights are now bookable online through Alaska’s award search engine, opening up a valuable new way to redeem points across the Pacific. I spotted award space loaded between Seattle and Manila, with economy […] Read the rest of this article at Philippine Airlines Awards Now Available Via Alaska’s Atmos Rewards Program.

If you’ve ever arrived in Cairo after a long international flight, you know the drill. Before you can even think about heading to passport control, you’re usually stuck in another line buying Egypt’s famous visa sticker with cash and then taking the proof of payment to the immigration officer to enter the country. An easy […] Read the rest of this article at Egypt Is Finally Moving to E-Visas.

One of the biggest fears cruise passengers have isn’t rough seas, canceled ports, or even flight delays. It’s watching their ship sail away without them. Leaving them behind and struggling to figure out how to catch the ship in the next port or country. We’ve all read horror stories, even Disney left behind passengers in […] Read the rest of this article at Project Expedition Cruise Excursion Guarantee: $10,000 Protection!.

When a cruise line launches, most travelers focus on the ship, suites, or itinerary. But after sailing with Mitsui Ocean Cruises on the new MITSUI OCEAN FUJI, I think the real story is the food. The luxury cruise market is crowded with lines boasting Michelin-inspired menus and celebrity chef partnerships. Mitsui has taken a different […] Read the rest of this article at Mitsui Ocean Cruises A Japanese Foodie Paradise.

Nobody goes to Las Vegas thinking, You know what this trip needs? More family activities. And yet, here we are with Las Vegas’ newest family attraction. Swingers Las Vegas. After spending an afternoon at Swingers Las Vegas inside Mandalay Bay, you too may be convinced the city’s most unexpectedly addictive attraction isn’t a casino, a […] Read the rest of this article at Swingers Your Newest Destinations for Swingers & Families!.

For years, Lufthansa’s business class hard product and soft product have rarely been mentioned in the same sentence as industry-leading. While the German flag carrier has long delivered a consistent and reliable premium cabin experience, the airline hasn’t exactly been known for pushing culinary boundaries. On a recent Lufthansa Business Class flight from Munich (MUC) […] Read the rest of this article at Lufthansa’s New Business Class Catering Is a Meaningful Upgrade: My Munich to Seattle Experi

Airlines pulled millions of seats to survive the fuel spike. Those seats return this fall while demand plateaus, and fares should bend. When to strike. Read the rest of this article at The Fall Fare Thaw Is Coming, Book Accordingly.

One of the easiest ways to improve a trip isn’t upgrading the hotel or flying business class. It’s getting travelers out of the tourist bubble and into experiences you’ll remember long after getting home. That’s where Viator has carved out a niche. Whether it’s a food tour in Barcelona, a helicopter ride over Kauai, a […] Read the rest of this article at $50 Off Viator Bookings Through July 31.

The luxury cruise market has become increasingly crowded. Every line seems to promise gourmet dining, immersive entertainment, and personalized service. Everyone claims luxury except maybe Carnival  (the fun ship?). Yet after spending 12 days on Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Oceania Allura, I’m convinced the line continues to occupy a unique position in the industry. Affordable […] Read the rest of this article at Oceania Allura Review: Is This The Sweet Spot in Affordable Luxury Cruising?.

If it feels like you’ve been hearing about Europe’s new ETIAS travel authorization system forever, you’re not imagining things. The European Union is reportedly preparing yet another delay, pushing the launch of ETIAS and visa fee/tax into 2027 despite previous plans to roll it out in late 2026, after other delays. For most travelers, that’s […] Read the rest of this article at Europe Delays ETIAS Again. Visa Fees Delayed.

To cap off our trip to India and Korea, I decided to give my son a legitimate avgeek experience. At the time, Asiana operated the A380 on the Seoul to Los Angeles route. And so I took advantage of the chance to let my son experience the upper deck of an airplane. Asiana Airlines A380 […] Read the rest of this article at Review: Asiana Airlines A380 Business Class, Seoul to Los Angeles.

Atlas Ocean Voyages is back with another aggressive promotion, this time offering savings of up to 60% on a variety of 2026 and 2027 cruises. The sale spans the Mediterranean, Arctic, Northern Europe, and Antarctica, with fares starting as low as $1,799 per person! For travelers who have been curious about Atlas but hesitant to […] Read the rest of this article at Atlas Ocean Voyages Sale: Luxury Antarctica from $7,999 or Europe From $1,799!.