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This post was originally published on this site Delta Air Lines refers to premium economy as Premium Select, and it’s a wonderful middle ground between first or business class and economy. Flying Delta premium economy internationally can mean the difference between arriving rested or exhausted, and it’s a splurge many Delta flyers are willing to make these days. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the differences between Delta’s economy, extra legroom economy and premium economy (Delta Comfort, Delta Main and Delta Premium Select). We’ll explain what you can expect to get in Delta premium economy cabins, what the seats are like, the service and the soft product (bedding and other amenities) and other important differences. What is premium economy on Delta Air Lines? Premium Select on a Delta Airlines A330. CLINT HENDERSON/THE POINTS GUY Delta’s premium economy is a special cabin Delta calls Premium Select. Premium Select offers customers enhanced seating, amenities and service that serves as a bridge between coach and first or business class. The seats don’t lie flat, but they generally recline further than coach seats and come with more bells and whistles than the coach cabin offers. They are also much more roomy: The seats

This post was originally published on this site Twelve years since American Express opened its first-ever Centurion Lounge, the issuer has perhaps its biggest news yet for travelers. Amex is debuting an all-new lounge concept that will operate in tandem with its existing Centurion Lounges. Dubbed “Sidecar by the Centurion Lounge,” these new boutique-style outposts will be dedicated to the dining experience and offer travelers a faster, more intimate experience than existing Centurion Lounges. Furthermore, Amex is overhauling the dining experience at all of its domestic lounges — both its existing Centurion Lounges and upcoming Sidecar outposts — but more on that below. Though details are scant, Amex said that the Sidecar outposts will be designed to resemble a speakeasy. The issuer will add Sidecar locations to airports where it operates existing Centurion Lounges, meaning that this outpost could help alleviate overcrowding from existing Centurion Lounges. The focus in this space will be on grabbing a quick bite or drink in a premium space on the way to your flight. In keeping with this theme, access will be limited to within 90 minutes of your departing flight. The first Sidecar will open next year in Las Vegas, which is appropriate

This post was originally published on this site American Express is bringing the Centurion Lounge to Japan with the opening of its long-awaited outpost at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport (HND). The 7,500-square-foot space opens this week and is in Terminal 3 near Gate 114. Highlights of the new lounge include a Japanese-inspired design and a comprehensive selection of local food-and-beverage options. When to go: These are the best times to buy an international flight AMERICAN EXPRESS Amex is teaming up with chef Satoshi Ogino, known for managing several Michelin-starred restaurants, including his own Akasaka Ogino, to design the food experience in the lounge. Amex says that travelers can expect Japanese favorites, including sushi and ramen, and a buffet will offer both local and Western cuisine. The bar will offer wines and cocktails, as well as a selection of Japanese beers, sake and shochu. AMERICAN EXPRESS Better yet, there will even be a dedicated sweets bar where you’ll find an assortment of teas and traditional Japanese wagashi sweets. Aside from the big investment in the dining experience, the lounge itself looks like it’ll be a beautiful space to relax in. The design is inspired by Japanese culture, and you’ll find pops of

This post was originally published on this site The Dragon Bravo wildfire on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park forced the evacuation and closure of a portion of the park this past weekend. Only the North Rim — not to be confused with the more frequented South Rim of the park — will remain closed for the remainder of the 2025 season. There are also hiking trail closures in effect for the North Kaibab Trail, the South Kaibab Trail and Phantom Ranch due to a release of chlorine gas related to the fire that destroyed the North Rim Water Treatment Facility. Thankfully, there have been no reported injuries or fatalities due to the fire, but many structures at the North Rim — including the visitor center, the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and cabins — were lost to the fire. This closure will also affect hikers who may have a permit for the popular rim-to-rim hike while the North Rim closure is in effect. Here’s a guide on what to do if you have a trip planned to the Grand Canyon in the near future. The North Rim vs. the South Rim BECKY BLAINE/THE POINTS GUY Grand Canyon National