IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a management agreement with DC Constructions, the construction vertical of Urban Oasis Hospitality, for the development of Holiday Inn Express Siliguri Bagdogra Airport. The 100-key greenfield hotel is scheduled to open in 2028, further strengthening IHG’s presence in Eastern India and expanding the reach of the…
This festive season, Hawaii’s oceanfront five-star, five-diamond Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea transforms into a tropical winter escape with Instagram-worthy installations, trending experiences, and authentic island celebrations that celebrate both holiday tradition and Hawaiian culture.
Leading luxury hospitality and branded residential company Four Seasons in partnership with Red Sea Global announce Four Seasons Private Residences Red Sea at Shura Island. Located within The Red Sea, Red Sea Global’s flagship regenerative tourism development, just 75 Four Seasons residences are being released. Comprised of 43 Dune Villas and 32 Waterside Villas, each home will embody elegant…
It has become more challenging to earn welcome bonuses on multiple popular Capital One cards, as Capital One has implemented a 48-month restriction across its Venture family of cards. This includes the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card ($0 annual fee), the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card ($95 annual fee) and the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit…
In 2021, Wyndham Rewards and Vacasa started a partnership that allowed members to redeem Wyndham points for Vacasa home rentals. This was one of the most valuable ways to redeem Wyndham points for several years. However, this redemption option became less valuable in March 2024 — and now, following its recent acquisition by Casago, Vacasa is ending its partnership…
I’ve been closely following the rollout of the European Union’s new entry/exit system, as I have five Schengen area entries or exits coming between its launch on Oct. 12 and the end of 2025. I’d seen several articles noting three-hour immigration lines on arrival to some European airports since the Oct. 12 launch, but generally got the impression that…
When Hurricane Melissa hit Jamaica on Tuesday, it was one of the most powerful hurricane landfalls on record in the Atlantic basin. In addition to leaving behind catastrophic damage in Jamaica, Melissa also left behind a path of flooding and destruction in Cuba and Haiti on Wednesday. Melissa is expected to pass to the northwest of Bermuda on Thursday…
Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card overview The Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card is in the middle of the pack for personal credit cards from Southwest Airlines. While mid-tier airline credit cards generally don’t have many premium perks, the Southwest Premier’s day-of-travel benefits and 6,000 anniversary bonus points should help offset its $149 annual fee. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐½…
Emirates has garnered another slew of awards this month, including ‘Best International Airline’, ‘Best International First Class’, and ‘Best International Airline Lounge’ from the Forbes Travel Guide Verified Air Travel Awards, as well as a host of titles from entities such as the World Travel Awards, The Times and Sunday Times Travel Awards, and the Conde Nast Readers’ Choice…
Alaska is one of the world’s most popular cruise destinations, and it’s certainly easy to see why. From its majestic glaciers — many of which are viewed best from the sea — to its historic frontier towns, national parks, wildlife and outdoor activities, there truly is something for every type of traveler. Maybe you just want to catch the…
