American Express Reveals Top Travel Trends for 2023 (Video)
American Express Travel released this week the 2023 Global Travel Trends Report. The report highlights four trends that are inspiring people to travel more.
JW Marriott Brand Debuts in Spain with JW Marriott Hotel Madrid
The JW Marriott Hotel Madrid is located in the cultural charm of the Canalejas zone, next to the iconic, dynamic, and bustling Puerta del Sol.
The Passport Index 2023 Update, United States Tied for 3rd Place
The ranking is still topped by United Arab Emirates with a total score of 181. Then there are 11 countries with a score of 174, all tied for second place. The United States passport is ranked third.
Bluebird Reloads Will be Free at Family Dollar, Fee Added Soon at Walmart
Bluebird reloads will be free at Family Dollar starting tomorrow and Walmart reloads with incur a fee starting in July.
Breeze Adds New Service from West Virginia
Breeze Airways announced today that it will connect West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) with at least five cities over the next two years.
SVB Sold to First Citizens, Air France Fees, Wyndham Palmas Upgrade, T-Mobile Retention
Silicon Valley Bank has new owners, fees for Air France & KLM business class, MTA fines at Grand Central Madison, Wyndham Palmas transformation, and T-Mobile apparently has retention offers.
Bilt Rewards Offers Free Hyatt Elite Status and Fast Track to Globalist
All Bilt Members can get free World of Hyatt Explorist status for 90 days, with the chance to extend it or upgrade it to Globalist until February 28, 2025.
Hyatt 2023 Award Category Changes Go Into Effect March 28
World of Hyatt revealed today its 2023 award category changes. This is when Hyatt tries adjusts the pricing for properties in its portfolio to better reflect their value.
Now Open! The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne
The Ritz-Carlton, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 hotel brands, announced this week the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne.
Hawaiian Airlines Adds More Summer Flights to Hawaii
Hawaiian Airlines is adding more flights between Honolulu and Austin, Boston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Pago Pago.
State Department Receiving 500,000 Passport Applications Weekly
Americans are gearing up for more travel this year. But if you plan to travel internationally, give yourself some extra time if you need to get a passport.
Hilton Set for Big Year of Growth in France with 7 New Properties
As well as continued expansion in Paris, Hilton is focusing on major resort destinations and provincial towns and cities.
Enzo Will Terminate Deposit Account Program in April
After shutting down its rewards program, Enzo has announced that it will also terminate its deposit accounts later next month.
American Express Shutting Down Kabbage Checking Accounts
American Express has notified Kabbage Checking account holders today that their accounts will soon shut down.
New Sapphire Terrace Experience at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
The Sapphire Terrace will be an indoor-outdoor space in the airport that will provide travelers a place to relax, recharge and fuel up before flights with complimentary local beverages, convenient grab-and-go bites, shuffleboard, a giveaway, and more.
Citi’s New Travel Portal with Booking.com is Now Live
The new travel portal allows Citi customers who have Citi ThankYou Rewards credit cards to book hotels, air travel, car rentals, and attractions through Citi Travel, via the Citi website.
Taiwan-Based STARLUX Airlines Launches Transpacific Flight to Los Angeles
STARLUX Airlines, a Taiwan-based luxury carrier, today announced the launch of its inaugural Taipei-Los Angeles transpacific flight debuting on April 26.
New St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya Opens Its Doors
The St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya, which is part of Marriott International, boasts 124 lavishly appointed guestrooms and 19 suites including a 2,300 sq. ft. Presidential Suite.
T-Mobile to Acquire Mint Mobile in Potential $1.35B Deal
T-Mobile has reached a deal to acquire Ka’ena Corporation, the parent company of prepaid wireless brands Mint Mobile and Ultra Mobile, as well as wireless wholesaler Plum.
Riyadh Air Will Launch with 72 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
The new Saudi Arabian carrier will purchase 39 highly efficient 787-9s, with options for an additional 33 787-9s.