Qatar to host leading travel event ‘inVOYAGE’
Qatar will welcome travel and events professionals from around the world to inVOYAGE this year at the soon-to-open Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha.
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Breaking: Amtrak cancels all long-distance train service as of Sept. 15 amid labor dispute
Amtrak announced Wednesday that it is indefinitely suspending all long-distance train service across the U.S. as of Thursday due to a potential freight rail labor strike. Train routes began to be canceled Tuesday, with service ending in the West for the California Zephyr, Empire Builder, Southwest Chief and portions of the Texas Eagle train routes. Beginning Wednesday, Amtrak is…
United changes how it shows saver awards online — how to tell if flights are bookable with a partner
The most straightforward way to book a United Airlines flight is with United Airlines miles. But If you’re looking to reserve your flight with airline miles other than United miles, you probably know that you’ll only be able to do that if there are “Saver” United awards available. However, after a recent change on United’s website, you may not…
Frommer’s Ireland: The Top New Attractions and Where to Go with Limited Time
The author of Frommer’s Ireland shares the country’s top new attractions and where to go with limited time. | Frommer’s
World’s largest Christmas light maze coming to Resorts World Las Vegas this holiday season
The glittering lights that line the Las Vegas Strip are about to get even brighter when Enchant – the world’s largest Christmas light maze and holiday market – comes to Resorts World Las Vegas this holiday season. Enchant is held annually in cities across the U.S. and typically takes over large sports stadiums like Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg,…
More Heathrow flights expected to be rescheduled ahead of the queen’s funeral
Planning on flying into or out of London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) on Monday, the day of the queen’s funeral? Brace yourself for a slew of cancellations and potential disruptions. The Points Guy can reveal that several leading airlines have suspended the sale of tickets to and from Heathrow to preempt the airport from having to reschedule flights that are…
United Airlines, Emirates announce once-unthinkable partnership
United Airlines and Emirates are joining forces for a partnership that was once unthinkable. The limited partnership, announced Wednesday at a hangar at United’s hub at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), represents a remarkable thawing of relations between a U.S. carrier and a Middle Eastern carrier. Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free biweekly Aviation newsletter. Flanked by…
Tickets now available for DC’s National Air and Space Museum, but act fast
Editor’s note: This story has been updated After a four-year closure due to an ongoing $1 billion renovation project to be completed in 2024, the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., will reopen half of its flagship building this fall. It will welcome visitors back with eight new exhibitions on Oct. 14. Although tickets are free,…
TPG’s Premier 1K staffers share their tips for getting United upgrades
If you speak with a United Airlines Premier member, they will likely tell you they’re receiving fewer upgrades this year. With sudden surge in air travel demand from United customers — including some elite members who received pandemic status extensions — it’s been harder to get upgrades on United flights. From January to July, my Premier 1K status cleared…
Plan the ultimate African safari with these 12 bush-to-beach destinations
One of life’s greatest travel indulgences, an African safari can take years to organize. Since it requires a hefty budget, a couple of grueling days in transit and meticulous planning, chances are it will be a once-in-a-lifetime adventure you enjoy — and one you therefore shouldn’t compromise on. The safari component is generally less than five days for most…
