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Skip the sakura crowds at lesser-known flower festivals
9+ hour, 57+ min ago (1429+ words) Lately, I've developed a love-hate relationship with cherry blossom season. I love the canopy of delicate pink blooms at cherry blossom-viewing spots around the globe. But the hordes of fellow flower lovers jostling to get the perfect picnic spot or…...
United to raise checked bag fees by $10 beginning April 3
3+ hour, 19+ min ago (295+ words) United Airlines will raise checked bag fees beginning starting Friday, the airline announced. Beginning with tickets purchased on April 3, passengers will pay an extra $10 when checking a bag on most flights. Going forward, United's standard baggage fees for flights within…...
Why I love the United MileagePlus changes as a cardholder
4+ hour, 34+ min ago (826+ words) United Airlines is shaking up its United MileagePlus program " and for many flyers, the changes aren't pretty. As of April 2, earning rates will be slashed for travelers without a cobranded credit card, making United miles significantly harder to come by....
Hilton Honors Experience: Premium NCAA basketball weekend
15+ hour, 1+ min ago (846+ words) As a huge college sports fan, I'm always looking for ways to be close to the action " especially around basketball championship season. While it's obvious how points and miles can help you travel for events, I was excited to learn…...
Rome Cavalieri’s makeover, Lisa Vanderpump’s first hotel and other hotel news you missed
18+ hour, 56+ min ago (292+ words) March was an interesting month for hotels, especially those with loyalty programs. Now, as spring weather starts to set in (praise!) let's look back at some of the major hotel news that happened last month " and the smaller stories that…...
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19+ hour, 51+ min ago (9+ words) United's big MileagePlus changes now in effect'The Points Guy...
Earn up to 100K Hyatt bonus points with Under Canvas stays
16+ hour, 51+ min ago (410+ words) If you've been eyeing a luxury glamping trip this summer, this promotion could help you earn a sizable stash of World of Hyatt points in the process. Cardholders with the World of Hyatt Credit Card (see rates and fees) can…...
Amex points will no longer transfer to Etihad starting in June
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (248+ words) Amex points will no longer transfer to Etihad starting in June'The Points Guy 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…...
Southwest Airlines cardholders now eligible to earn on Lyft
15+ hour, 22+ min ago (311+ words) Chase's long-running partnership with Lyft is getting an upgrade. Southwest Airlines cardholders can now earn up to 5 points per dollar spent on Lyft rides (through Dec. 31, 2027). Even better, this perk is effortless. Unlike with other Chase cards that earn bonus…...
Planning a trip to Las Vegas? How you can save money and earn more rewards
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (1237+ words) 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…...