Aer Lingus offering round-trip flights for less than $500 from the US West Coast to Europe

Making the long journey from the West Coast to Europe can be a hassle — and very expensive. Luckily, Irish carrier Aer Lingus is offering round-trip flights for less than $500 from Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle to multiple European destinations. There is plenty of availability this winter, including some options around the holidays. Deal basics Airline: Aer Lingus…

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TPG launches new data-driven valuations for 6 major US airlines — and updates methodology for credit card currencies

The day has finally arrived. After months of development and extensive validation testing, today, TPG is thrilled to launch our new data-driven methodology for valuing some of the most important loyalty programs out there. This approach builds on previous efforts to leverage extensive, real-world inputs to help readers decide when they should use their hard-earned points and miles versus…

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What it’s like staying at the new W Toronto Hotel

If forgettable, cookie-cutter corporate hotels don’t excite you, Marriott’s W brand could be the answer for your next stay. Unapologetically mixing music, fashion and design, W properties offer an accommodation experience where nothing is taken too seriously. After a positive stay Down Under at the W Melbourne last year, I decided to try one of the latest additions to…

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Best hotels near Caesars Superdome

Whether it’s for Swifties heading to see Taylor Swift or sports fans flooding into the Big Easy to see the Super Bowl, New Orleans offers plenty of fantastic hotels near the arena.  There are plenty of options for travelers heading to NOLA. If you’re a Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton or IHG loyalist or prefer to try out a chic independent…

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