Sure, Southwest Airlines isn’t planning to “hard launch” extra-legroom seats until January 2026. But the soft launch is well underway. About a quarter of Southwest’s airplanes have now been configured with the new extra-space rows, executives shared Thursday. That means, if you’re flying with the carrier, you have roughly a
Marriott Bonvoy is one of the largest hotel loyalty programs, both in its member count and number of participating properties. Numerous travelers strive for Marriott elite status due to its benefits and the convenience of having at least one Marriott Bonvoy property in most destinations. Many TPG staffers also strive
There’s no denying that airport lounges can be the best part of the on-ground experience when flying. You’ll find desirable amenities, such as complimentary food and drink, shower facilities and seating areas to kick back and relax before your flight takes off. But with more ways than ever to gain
Out of Town Blog Regada Water Festival 2025 in Cavite City Several decades ago, I had my first water festival in San Juan City, although not as a participant, but as a casualty. I commuted daily from Sta. Mesa to Robinsons Galleria, usually riding a jeepney. During this ride, water
American Airlines’ top executive had harsh words about competitors using artificial intelligence on airfare pricing. “I don’t think it’s appropriate,” AA CEO Robert Isom said Thursday, in what was an unusually pointed remark. The comment seemed to be aimed at Delta Air Lines, which earlier this month revealed it’s using
It’s the dawn of a new era for Etihad Airways’ medium-haul network. The United Arab Emirates carrier is taking delivery of its hotly anticipated Airbus A321LR, or “long-range,” which is designed to seriously upgrade the travel experience for medium-haul flights to and from its Abu Dhabi hub at Zayed International
The benefits of elite status are popular with savvy travelers, but rental car elite status doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. Rental car status can pay off — it helped one former TPG staffer rent a $100,000 BMW 7 Series for $3 per day. Whether you’re planning a road
Out of Town Blog The Joy of Doing Nothing: Why Active Idleness Is the Secret to the Perfect French Holiday In a world obsessed with productivity, it’s easy to forget that doing “nothing” can be the most restorative thing of all — especially when that nothing involves basking in the
Out of Town Blog Should You Move Overseas for Work? The Pros and Cons of Becoming an Expat Australia regularly ranks high on the list of destinations people most want to move to for work from abroad. Becoming an Expat in Australia by Arvin Wiyono via Unsplash Considering its sunny
The hardest part of travel is deciding where to go. Do you want to spend time relaxing in the quiet of nature, soaking up sun on the beach or getting lost in a vibrant city full of life? Luckily, here in the U.S., some of our most exciting cities let
I recently had the chance to stay at the Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice, a gorgeous hotel located on the island of Giudecca in a restored flour mill building — and it’s a hotel you definitely want to have on your radar. SUMMER HULL/THE POINTS GUY My stay here was provided
American Express offers rewards credit cards with generous welcome bonuses and valuable benefits. While Amex doesn’t follow a defined policy like Chase’s 5/24 rule, it enforces strict application and lifetime bonus restrictions. Not only does American Express limit the number of cards you can have and how often you can
