While it has long been on travelers’ must-visit maps of Japan, the country’s ancient capital of Kyoto has been experiencing a luxury hotel boom of late, making it an even more exciting destination than ever. The most recent entrant is a stunning outpost from burgeoning luxury brand Capella Hotels and Resorts. ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUY Welcoming guests since March…
It’s not a myth: A mythology-inspired Hyatt resort will open this summer on the Greek island of Paros. Dubbed the Parian Chronicle and part of the Destination by Hyatt brand, the hotel will be situated in Kampos, just a short drive from Paros Airport (PAS). The theming of the hotel pays tribute to the ancient Parian Chronical, “a historic…
Some luxury cruise guests loyal to one brand are increasingly “jumping ship” to another luxury brand.
Available to book now for stays from May 1 to Sept. 7, 2026, the promotion offers limited-time experiences for summer getaways.
It’s been nearly a decade since Delta Air Lines raised the bar for U.S. business-class with the debut of its fancy Delta One cabin. With lie-flat beds and sliding privacy doors, Delta One cemented flying suites as the new industry standard at the front of the plane. Now, as Delta has watched its two top rivals up their game…
Atmos Rewards is the joint loyalty program for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines flyers. There are three Atmos Rewards cobranded cards (two personal and one business), all of which offer solid benefits and travel-related perks for cardmembers. They also feature some valuable welcome offers to collect a stash of Atmos Rewards points. Now that we’ve seen some bonuses introduced…
The Chase Freedom Unlimited® (see rates and fees) is a top-tier no-annual-fee cash-back card from Chase. The Freedom Unlimited was one of my first credit cards, and it’s still a card I use every single week. With solid earning on everyday spending and simple cash-back rewards, the Freedom Unlimited offers a solid value proposition for beginners and experienced points…
I’m a Hyatt loyalist, so I’m always advocating for points and miles fans to take a close look at its loyalty program if they haven’t already. Within the World of Hyatt program, Chase currently offers two credit cards to help Hyatt enthusiasts boost their rewards balance and add a little flair to their stays. One of these cards, the…
If Malta wasn’t already on your radar, this flash sale from Delta SkyMiles is about to put it there. This tiny island nation in the Mediterranean offers sun-soaked beaches, UNESCO-recognized historic sites and more — all with thinner crowds than many comparable European beach destinations. And right now, you can book summer flights to Malta for as few as…
American Airlines jets could be back in Venezuela this month. The Fort Worth, Texas-based Oneworld alliance carrier plans to resume flights to Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) near Caracas “as soon as April 30,” American said Thursday. The airline will serve CCS daily from Miami International Airport (MIA) with a 76-seat Embraer E175. Ticket sales to CCS are still…
