Air France-KLM Flying Blue and Etihad strengthen partnership — how to redeem award miles

There’s big news from the other side of the Atlantic concerning the Etihad Guest and Air France-KLM Flying Blue partnership. Etihad announced on Monday, Nov. 27, that the airlines have launched frequent flyer reciprocity, enabling travelers to earn and redeem miles across the airline groups. So, what does this mean, and how can travelers use…

Ends tonight: Get a free 3rd night and 30,000 bonus points with I Prefer’s Cyber Monday sale

Need a great hotel to round out the trip you’ve been planning during Thanksgiving sales week? It’s time to turn your eyes to a smaller hotel loyalty program, I Prefer Hotel Rewards, which is offering a free third night plus tens of thousands of bonus points for Cyber Monday. Through 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 27,…

Norwegian Cruise Line vs. Royal Caribbean comparison

If you are considering a cruise with Royal Caribbean or Norwegian Cruise Line, you are looking for an active, big-ship cruise experience on some of the largest ships in the world. These two companies focus on cruises for everyone — couples, seniors, families — with activities and “wow” attractions to match. Their ships are highly…

How To Work While Traveling: A Guide For Beginners

As a frequent traveler and remote worker, I know firsthand the struggles of balancing work and the desire for freedom. Did you know that many professionals face the same challenge in today’s digital age? I’ve created a comprehensive guide to help you work efficiently while traveling. From planning and creating a productive routine to finding…

Why you don’t earn hotel points when booking through an OTA

Online travel agencies like Expedia, Kayak and Hotels.com are prevalent in the travel industry. While you might not be familiar with the term OTA, you have likely used one to make a reservation. These websites have user-friendly websites, offer competitive prices and allow you to compare multiple flight, hotel and rental car options in one…

AmaWaterways vs. Viking: Which of these popular river cruise lines is right for you?

Among the cruise lines navigating the rivers of Europe, Southeast Asia and Egypt are two of the best-known names in the industry: AmaWaterways and Viking. Each brand is distinguished by its hallmark attractions, such as AmaWaterways’ selection of always-complimentary excursions and Viking’s consistently sleek Scandinavian-inspired interior design. But is there really that much difference between…