It can be hard to keep track of all the different airline products and services out there — even if you’re the CEO of the world’s largest airline. It’s a bit awkward, though, when it’s a major competitor. Or a partner. Or both. American Airlines CEO Robert Isom said on Monday that he was not familiar with the details…
Through this month only, Lyft riders can earn a one-time bonus of 1,000 Hilton Honors points by linking their Hilton Honors and Lyft accounts online and completing an eligible Lyft ride in the U.S. or Canada by Oct. 31. Hilton Honors members who have not previously linked the two accounts are eligible for this promotion when they request a…
Cody Rigsby and Jess King, celebrity spin instructors for Peloton, are coming to a Hilton hotel near you. Kind of. Hilton on Monday revealed plans to put a Peloton bike in the fitness centers at each of its 5,400 branded hotels, from Waldorf Astoria to Hampton Inn, in the U.S. Most of the installations will be done by year’s…
The COVID-19 pandemic radically changed the way hotels approach housekeeping. Previously, guests could expect a polite knock on the door each morning, and a housekeeper would appear with fresh towels and sheets. Then came the pandemic and, to maintain social distancing, many hotels eliminated daily housekeeping. Instead, guests could only receive the service upon request. Even though safety measures…
It’s not always easy to find great flight deals to the U.S. Virgin Islands, so when opportunities to visit St. Thomas, St. Croix or St. John at a good price arise, it’s a good idea to take advantage of them. Travelers from a few U.S. cities — most notably New York — can now find round-trip flights to St….
Air Canada is launching two new transborder routes that will deepen the carrier’s ties with United Airlines. The routes, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) serve two of United’s hubs and, in the case of the Vancouver-to-Houston flight, will complement United’s service. Want…
The Pacific Surfliner railway from San Diego to Los Angeles succumbs to decay and is shut down until further notice. | Frommer’s
With seemingly endless possibilities when it comes to hotel accommodations, restaurants and fun things to do in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, an all-inclusive resort might be the last thing on your mind. After all, you’re incentivized to spend as much time on the property as possible because you paid for, well, everything in advance. But if you’re a solo…
Planning a Walt Disney World vacation has never been more involved. From booking your hotel, dining and theme park reservations to strategizing your virtual queue, rope drop, park hop and Genie+ and Lightning Lane plans, there’s a lot of pressure to get it right given the expense and time involved. But all the meticulous spreadsheeting and early booking wake-ups…
There’s a new way for customers who rent cars with Avis to enjoy upgrades and higher earning rates through the company’s loyalty program. Beginning today, Avis is holding a status match opportunity for elite status members and some co-branded credit cardholders with Air Canada’s Aeroplan program. Members of the three lowest Aeroplan elite status levels can get a status…
