Four Seasons Yachts Has Launched — Here’s Why It Matters for Luxury Travel
With the Four Seasons Yachts’ first ship’s maiden voyage late last month, the luxury cruise world has a new standard to reckon with.
Month: April 2026
United is about to open America’s biggest airline lounge — and an ‘even bigger’ one may be next
So far this year, United Airlines has announced flashy new planes and a big shake-up to its MileagePlus loyalty program — all while preparing to launch a new crop of flights to off-the-beaten-path destinations in Europe. Still to come in 2026? Some truly enormous airport lounges. Between now and the end of the year, the Chicago-based carrier plans to…
This affordable Marriott brand just debuted in one of our favorite destinations in Japan
In the heart of one of Osaka’s most vibrant districts, Marriott opened the 256-room Sugata Hotel Osaka Shinsaibashi on Tuesday, offering a new way to stay in this beautiful Japanese city with points. The property, which marks the first Series by Marriott hotel in Japan, sits within walking distance of the Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street, the streetwear and coffee-centric Amerikamura,…
Cathay Pacific makes grand return to Seattle as it rebuilds US network
West Coast flyers can take advantage of a new nonstop route to Asia. Well, not new exactly. As of March 30, Cathay Pacific has relaunched flights between its home hub of Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). MOLLY BAILEY-ANDRADE The airline previously operated this route from April 2019 until November 2020, when it dropped SEA…
United Airlines MileagePlus: Guide to earning and redeeming miles, elite status and more
United MileagePlus is a great program for travelers loyal to United Airlines or based near a United hub. The program overhauled its cobranded credit card lineup in March 2025 and, this past February, announced some big changes that benefit cardholders, making it even more appealing to travelers ready to double down on United. Whether you’re already a frequent United…
Avora Residences Launches “Continuum,” Introducing a New Private Membership Club at Sea
Created for ultra-high-net-worth travelers, Continuum blends the intimacy of a private yacht with the infrastructure for long-duration global travel.
From resort credits to fewer lines: 4 tips to make your next Las Vegas trip even better
Are you hoping to “hit the jackpot” on your Las Vegas vacation? If so, you won’t want to “roll the dice” when it comes to planning your next trip to Sin City. There are a few ways to ensure you (and your travel companions) have a VIP Vegas experience featuring fewer fees, resort credits and so much more. Alongside…
What are points and miles worth? TPG’s April 2026 monthly valuations
One of the questions people often ask us is, “How much is a point or mile worth?” The true answer varies from point to point and person to person. It also depends on your travel goals and how much you maximize a particular loyalty currency. Still, some rewards are worth more than others, and our goal is to give…
Amex Membership Rewards is ending points transfers to Etihad Guest
Starting June 30, American Express Membership Rewards members will no longer be able to transfer their points to the Etihad Guest loyalty program. Currently, Amex points can be transferred to Etihad Guest miles at a 1:1 ratio and used to book Etihad Airways’ luxurious first-class Airbus A380 Apartment product, one of the most spacious and luxurious products in commercial…
I got stranded abroad — here’s how points and miles got me home
About a month ago, I woke up on a Sunday morning in my Airbnb in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, to something unexpected: the smell of smoke. My friends and I had left the windows open overnight, and within minutes of waking up, it became clear something was wrong. A gas truck had been set on fire just two blocks away,…
