Last-minute tips for locking in hotel elite status before the end of year

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. Hotel elite status can greatly enhance your vacation experience. From snagging room upgrades to bonus points and even indulging in a complimentary breakfast, having the right status can save you money and add more perks to your trips. If you haven’t accumulated enough points to earn…

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Alaska lounge membership cost to increase in 2025

It’s no secret that if you’re a frequent flyer, airport lounges can significantly improve your travel experience. With complimentary food, drinks and a chance to relax in stylish comfort while you wait for your flight, Alaska Airlines’ lounges can provide a quieter and more luxurious preflight experience than, say, spending hours trying to juggle your food in a chair…

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How to crowd-proof your vacation in 2025

Celia Fuller, a book designer based in Tuckahoe, New York, lets her personal passions determine her travels. She joined friends in Montreal for many years to attend Formula 1 races. “We would return to the same French restaurant every trip and see F1 team members eating there. Or run into them in the elevator at our hotel. It was…

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Victoria’s Secret Mastercard Credit Card review: Only for frequent Victoria’s Secret shoppers

Victoria’s Secret Mastercard Credit Card overview The Victoria’s Secret Mastercard Credit Card comes with a decent earnings rate at Victoria’s Secret and Pink stores, and it also offers some bonus categories outside the retailers. However, the card’s rewards are limited to low-value redemptions, which make it a generally poor option unless you are an extremely loyal Victoria’s Secret shopper….

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