United Restores 2 Routes From Former Cleveland Hub, Plans Biggest Schedule There in Decade
United Airlines announced the return of nonstop service from Cleveland to Miami and Las Vegas, with the Las Vegas flight launching on September 24 and operating year‑round, while the Miami route starts December 3 for the winter season. Both routes will run five days a week on Boeing 737‑800s, marking United’s largest Cleveland schedule in a decade after the former hub was wound down in 2014. The move expands United’s presence from roughly 30 daily departures last year toward its 2013 peak of over 160 daily flights.
What to Do in Case Your Flight Is Canceled During the Fuel Crisis (and How to Prepare)
Jet fuel prices have more than doubled since the U.S.-Israel conflict began, pushing fuel to account for up to 30% of airline operating costs. Carriers such as Delta and Lufthansa are trimming capacity—Delta by roughly 3.5% and Lufthansa by 20,000...
Hyatt's New Award Charts Have Arrived — Here Are Our First Impressions
Hyatt has rolled out a revamped World of Hyatt award chart featuring five pricing tiers—Lowest, Low, Moderate, Upper and Top. The update re‑categorized 112 hotels upward and 24 downward, causing point requirements to jump as much as 40% for many...
Sapphire and Freedom Cardholders Can Now Earn an Additional 10 Points per Dollar Spent with Paze
Chase has added a limited‑time perk for Sapphire and Freedom cardholders: an extra 10 Ultimate Rewards points per dollar when paying through the Paze checkout service, capped at $1,500 of spend each month. The benefit is automatically available to Sapphire...
Some Flyers at Boston Logan Airport Can Soon Clear Security in the Suburbs
Starting June 1, Landline and Massport will launch a remote terminal in Framingham, Massachusetts, allowing Delta Air Lines and JetBlue passengers to check in, drop bags and clear TSA before boarding a 45‑ to 60‑minute coach to Boston Logan Airport. The...
Hilton Is Offering 12 Road Trip Experiences Across the U.S. for Just 250 Hilton Honors Points
Hilton Honors is rolling out twelve curated U.S. road‑trip packages, each priced at just 250 points, to celebrate America’s 250th birthday in 2026. The experiences span national‑park tours, festival VIP access, amusement‑park adventures, and Fourth of July fireworks, all bundled...
Which Airports Will Welcome You Into the Terminal without a Plane Ticket?
U.S. airports are reviving a nostalgic perk: free, non‑ticketed gate passes that let friends and family pass through security and linger in the terminal. Roughly 20 airports, from Tampa to Seattle, now offer digital passes that can be requested online...
Earn up to 25,000 Bonus Miles when Flying to Australia and New Zealand with American Airlines and Qantas
American Airlines is offering AAdvantage members up to 25,000 bonus miles on eligible nonstop flights to Australia and New Zealand operated by American or its partner Qantas. The promotion applies to bookings made by May 31, with travel required by March 31 2027, and...
Air Canada Aeroplan Adds a New Transfer Partner, with a 25% Bonus to Celebrate
Rove Miles added Air Canada Aeroplan as a new 1:1 transfer partner, offering a 25% bonus on transfers through June 6. The credit‑card‑free platform lets users earn up to 25 miles per dollar on everyday spend, redeemable at roughly 1.5‑2¢ per...
High-Rise Heaven: Morocco’s Waldorf Astoria Rabat-Salé Is Now Open
Waldorf Astoria Rabat‑Salé, Morocco’s first property under the luxury brand, opened this week in the iconic Mohammed VI Tower, the country’s tallest skyscraper. Occupying 18 of the tower’s upper floors, the hotel offers 55 rooms and suites with floor‑to‑ceiling windows overlooking...
Air Canada to Suspend Several Seasonal US Routes, Citing Fuel Costs
Air Canada will suspend four seasonal U.S. routes earlier than planned because of soaring fuel costs. The Toronto‑Sacramento flight ends Aug. 1, Vancouver‑Raleigh on July 29, Toronto‑Charleston on Sept. 6, and Montreal‑Austin pauses Sept. 5‑Oct. 19. The airline says the cuts are temporary and the...
What’s the Right Points Earning Style for Your Business?
The article contrasts two business travel‑reward strategies: a flat‑rate approach using Capital One’s Venture Business and Venture X Business cards that earn 2 miles per dollar, and a bonus‑category approach exemplified by Chase’s Sapphire Reserve for Business, which offers higher points in...
Spirit Airlines Credit Cardholders: Free Spirit Points Aren't Redeemable Right Now. Here's What to Do
Spirit Airlines has ceased operations, leaving its two Bank of America co‑branded credit cards still active but effectively useless for rewards. Cardholders can continue using the Free Spirit Travel Mastercard and Free Spirit Travel More World Elite Mastercard for purchases,...
Had Elite Status with Spirit? These Airlines Are Offering a Status Match
Spirit Airlines' shutdown left its Saver$ Club and Free Spirit elite members without a loyalty home. In response, Avelo, JetBlue, and Southwest are rolling out free or low‑cost status‑match programs to capture these high‑frequency flyers. Each match has specific eligibility...
The Best Premium Credit Cards: A Side-by-Side Comparison
The Points Guy compares nine premium credit cards, evaluating annual fees, welcome bonuses, earnings rates, lounge access, statement credits, and travel protections. The analysis highlights the American Express Platinum’s $895 fee with up to $3,500 welcome value, Capital One Venture X’s low $395 fee and...