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We’re in the final stretch of winter, which means it’s time to start planning Spring Break trips and summer vacations. If you’re in need of some inspiration, Tripadvisor just released its 2024 Travelers’ Choice Award for the world’s best beaches.

With MGM Resorts' big move from its multiyear partnership with the World of Hyatt program to a new one with Marriott Bonvoy, there's one question we've all been waiting to ask: Just how many Marriott Bonvoy points per night will cost to stay at big-name Vegas resorts such as MGM Grand, Bellagio, Aria, Excalibur and beyond?

Throughout the years, I've opened travel credit cards that have offered lucrative welcome bonuses that I eventually redeemed for dream-worthy vacations. I've been able to fly worldwide with transferable credit card points using my Chase Sapphire Reserve and The Platinum Card® from American Express. (Hello, summer in Italy.)

Etihad Airways announced a wide range of changes coming to its Etihad Guest loyalty program starting in June 2024. There are some winners and losers under the new system.

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One of the most picturesque destinations in the world will get easier to travel to. Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport will open as a commercial airport beginning in July 2024. The Italian airport is also getting improvements that are expected to eventually serve 6 million passengers annually.

After saving up your points and miles to redeem for your dream vacation, you want to ensure you are getting the best value. AT TPG, we've created points and miles valuations to help you better understand the average value your rewards are worth.

Airports across the United States are about to get a makeover thanks to a $970 million investment from the federal government.

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Airports around the country are about to clear the upgrade list.

Travelers can't get enough of Japan, voted the best country in the world in the 2023 Readers' Choice Awards. But until now, remote workers looking to live and work on the alluring archipelago were limited to 90-day stays.

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Travel Experts, the premier host agency with more than 500 advisors around the U.S., was among Virtuoso’s most esteemed travel companies and preferred partners within the United States honored with one of Virtuoso’s first annual regional awards.  

It's no secret in the points and miles world that the World of Hyatt program is one of the best in the industry. With top-notch elite benefits and strong rewards, World of Hyatt is the go-to program for many. Plus, with the availability of both a consumer credit card and a business credit card, earning World of Hyatt points is easy.

On Wednesday, Forbes Travel Guide revealed its 2024 Star Award winners, a list of the world’s finest hotels, restaurants, spas and cruises. To compile the 66th annual awards, FTG’s incognito inspectors check into hotels and cruise ships, dine in the restaurants and experience spa services while posing as ordinary guests. This year’s list features properties from Mauritius to Macau—with the most new Five-Star hotels in the Middle East.

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If you have a Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles redemption planned, book it as soon as possible: Prices will soon increase significantly.

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