How to turn off this new Uber feature so you aren’t overcharged
Even if you’re well educated on foreign transaction fees and how to avoid them with a no-foreign-transaction-fee credit card when you travel abroad, a sneaky new Uber feature may thwart your fee-free international spending strategy. Uber is rolling out Preferred Currency Pricing in select locations, including the U.S., Canada, the
Should Airlines Guarantee Overhead Bin Space for All Fliers?
It seems like a perk from a bygone era of air travel: the ability to calmly walk onto a plane and find plenty of room to store your carry-on bag without throwing elbows at other passengers. The fear of being required to check your carry-on at the gate—risking lost luggage
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15 Oprah-inspired Travel Outfits to Shop at Amazon
Oprah Winfrey has been known to favor matching lounge sets and has even included some in her famous Oprah’s Favorite Things list. Most recently though, she’s been trading matching sets for a new cozy combo that we’ve clocked as the recipe for the trendiest travel outfit. Lately, we’ve noticed Oprah
PhocusWire’s weekly travel tech news briefs: AirAsia, Mindtrip, Spotnana and more…
Here’s our roundup of the people, product and partner news from the global travel industry this week. Priceline hires CTO Priceline has hired Sejal Amin as its chief technology officer. She will be responsible for product engineering, data and technology operations and infrastructure for the company. Amin will also lead adoption
Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes: Award discount on economy, premium economy and business-class flights to Europe
Singapore Airlines has a reputation for offering an exceptional product, but booking long-haul, premium-cabin awards with the airline can be tricky. You can sometimes find award availability using Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan or Air Canada Aeroplan, but you’ll usually find more availability through Singapore KrisFlyer. KrisFlyer generally charges more miles
Go on Safari With Your Friends
If you haven’t been on safari, let me describe a game drive to you. You pile into a LandCruiser sporting your best Eliza Thornberry look. You meet the guide who’ll reveal themselves to be so kind and accommodating, you’ll be tempted to send them Christmas cards for years ahead. Then,
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This Airline Just Launched New Routes From New York, Texas, and California—and Has 70% Off Flights
Getting to Mexico just got easier—and cheaper. Volaris Airlines, a major carrier throughout Mexico, recently announced dozens of new routes from the United States, with a major expansion that including the launch of service at New York/Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). From Newark, the airline will begin service to Guadalajara,
Sonder shares further details on Marriott deal
Short-term rental specialist Sonder Holdings filed its delayed third-quarter earnings report, the company announced late Wednesday, and in the filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission noted that Marriott International has agreed to pay the company $15 million as part of a recent licensing deal. Marriott in November
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless vs. Hilton Amex Surpass: Which hotel card is better?
If you love the consistency of brand-name resorts or regularly stay at Hilton or Marriott properties, carrying one of their cobranded hotel credit cards may be a good idea. The Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card and Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card are two mid-tier products with a variety of
The Best Villas in Mykonos
As the beating heart of the Cyclades, Mykonos has become synonymous with lavish, big-budget getaways. Mykonos villas are known as some of the best in Greece, and there’s no shortage of flashy addresses here. But outside of the glitz and glam, you’ll also find echoes of the island’s past, such
