I’ve said many times that I don’t swim in the waters splashing up on Barcelona’s beaches. I spend a lot of time along the city’s shoreline but rarely in a bathing suit. Some of my friends swim in Barcelona’s stretch of Med regularly and they think I’m overly concerned. Am …
Month: February 2023
World of Hyatt Announces the Return of Bonus Journeys
This time-sensitive offer for World of Hyatt members lets participants earn a max of 3,000 bonus points for every two eligible nights. Once accrued, these points can be swapped for a mix of stays and experiences across the World of Hyatt portfolio. World of Hyatt Points Add Up …
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New Tool Aims to Help Travelers Get Most from Hotel Points
Awayz launched in February 2023, with the goal of determining if a stay is a better deal using points or cash based on the credit cards in your wallet and your loyalty status. Awayz Pulls Data from Multiple Points to Determine Best Opportunities One of the challenging parts …
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Frontier, United Put Family Seating in Focus
Both Frontier Airlines and United Airlines announced they will take steps to ensure at least one parent is seated with a booked child on the same itinerary for no additional charge. New Policy Applies to Children of Certain Age Without Purchasing Seat Choices Prior to the policy, flyers …
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American Express Unveils Refreshed Centurion Lounge Experience in Seattle
Spacious and stylish, it features plenty of amenities, plus a unique menu by Seattle-based chef, Kristi Brown. On Wednesday, February 15, 2023, American Express unveiled its refreshed Centurion Lounge at Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA). A Stylish and Functional Space At 14,000 square feet, this new area …
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Amsterdam on a Budget: 10 simple ways to save on your trip
Amsterdam isn’t the most expensive city in Europe (we’re looking at you London!), but it’s certainly not the cheapest. When visiting Amsterdam, you can expect to pay a little bit more for all of the essentials than you would in a place like Italy or Spain. Luckily, with a little …
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Lufthansa Grounds Flights After IT Outage
Reuters reports the carrier was forced to cancel or delay a significant amount of their schedule after an IT outage prevented travelers from checking in or boarding flights. Lufthansa Blames Railroad Maintenance for IT Meltdown The IT outage began on Tuesday night after the German carrier said engineering …
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Turn Quick Points into Free Nights Faster with Hilton Hotels Limited Offer
Until April 5, 2023, holders of a range of different Hilton Honors American Express cards can earn bonus points on purchases during the first few months of their membership, earnings that can be redeemed for up to a maximum of five free nights at thousands of eligible Hilton properties …
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10 budget tips for visiting London
London is expensive! It would be folly to try to pretend otherwise. But a visit shouldn’t have to destroy your bank account at home. In early 2023, there are two cross-cutting factors at play. Let’s start with the good news for visitors. The pound is historically pretty weak at the …
Berlin cheap eats: Döner, currywurst, and outdoor dining
Cheapos traveling throughout Europe delight upon arriving to Berlin — after weeks of spending mad cash on “cheap” eats, from $7.50 falafels in France to $10 hot dogs in Scandinavia, Berlin offers budget travelers’ pocketbooks a reprieve. Throughout the city, you’ll have no problem finding delicious meal deals, like a döner …
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