New England travelers are getting another direct connection to Europe. Starting this summer, Austrian Airlines will launch nonstop service from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) to Vienna Airport (VIE) in Austria. With five to six weekly round trips, the new route will mark the airport’s first nonstop connection to the Austrian capital city, according to the carrier’s parent company,…

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After three days cruising aboard Icon of the Seas, Royal Caribbean’s largest ship ever that it touts as “the ultimate family vacation,” my 9-year-old daughter will tell you she prefers the line’s previous record-holder, Wonder of the Seas. Her favorite things about Wonder? Johnny Rockets for hot dogs and milkshakes (not on Icon, though you can find both hot…

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When you apply for a credit card, you’ll be presented with several disclosures covering everything from card benefits and fees to the card’s annual percentage rate. Many people don’t realize that the APR — which reflects the total yearly cost of borrowing money — is pinned to the Federal prime rate and, therefore, the credit card holder’s interest rate….

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The past year was another year of change in the travel industry, from major loyalty program updates (not all of them good) to evolutions in what travelers want out of their vacations. We saw trends predicted in early 2023 play out, such as the rise in popularity of all-inclusive resorts and a move toward pay-to-play elite status programs. Many…

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