Disneyland Prepares to Celebrate Its 70th Anniversary With Hotel Deals, New Attractions, and More

Dec 19, 2024 • 10 min read

It just got easier to fly as a VIP out west.JSX, a semi-private jet company based in Dallas, which has gained popularity for offering a luxury travel experience at more affordable prices than a private jet, recently announced new routes connecting Oakland, CA and destinations in the West. Starting on January 9, JSX will begin service between Oakland and Scottsdale, AZ. Located just twelve miles east of Phoenix, Scottsdale has become popular for hiking and outdoor activities, as well as shopping in the Old Town Scottsdale.  On March 2, JSX will begin new service connecting Oakland, CA and Carlsbad, CA. Known for its beautiful beaches, golf courses, and other outdoor activities, Carlsbad has been growing in popularity among outdoor enthusiasts as well. Best of all, Carlsbad is home to a LEGOLAND California Resort, which makes it a family-friendly destination as well.  Both of the new routes are currently on sale on JSX’s website, with tickets as low as $259 one-way. JSX operates a fleet of Embraer 145 and 135 jets. Each aircraft has a standard maximum capacity of 50 passengers, however JSX reconfigured the plane, and removed 20 seats, therefore each plane accommodates 30 passengers, providing a more spacious, luxurious experience.  JSX also offers free checked bags, free drinks, and snacks. The airline also offers «hangar-to-hangar» complimentary Wi-Fi, that is high-speed and powered by Starlink.  The JSX route map spans from New York to California, though most routes are on the West Coast. Major hubs include Burbank (BUR), Dallas (DAL), Las Vegas (LAS), and Westchester County, NY (HPN).

In 1999, my husband and I left our consulting gigs in Palo Alto, CA, rented our home, and took off on an international self-designed sabbatical .

If you're a glamping fan and a Marriott Bonvoy member, buckle up.

Dec 12, 2024 • 5 min read

I didn't grow up in a family that traveled. The first time I vacationed outside the US was on my honeymoon, and just a few years after getting married, our first child was born, significantly slowing down our travels. It's only been since my kids got older that I've been traveling to spots I've always wanted to visit, like Italy and Mexico's Baja California peninsula .

It’s no secret that 2024 has been a banner year for Hyatt Hotels & Resorts. But it seems Hyatt has no plans to slow its luxury roll — at this year’s ILTM Cannes (the world’s premier travel trade show), the company announced its intent to open 50 more luxury hotels by 2026. 

Starting in 2025, cruises to Mexico will cost passengers $42 more per person if they book a sailing that includes calls on any of the country's ports.

Travelers in Northern California are about to get a direct flight to the Azores, a lesser-visited Portuguese island paradise. This offbeat routing is one of a trio of seasonal routes that TAP Air Portugal is launching for the summer of 2025, which will also include flights from its newest U.S. gateway, Los Angeles.

Disneyland is bringing back a special ticket pricing tier for Southern California residents to lure in locals, even as the park deals with criticism over its large crowds and long wait times.

Next year ushers in an important anniversary for the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. Founded in 1955, the resort will observe seven decades as the Happiest Place on Earth.

The fall deal season is upon us! Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Travel Tuesday…whatever commercial holiday you’re thinking of buying into this year, check out our curated list of top hotel deals in the United States.