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American Airlines pilots have been in the headlines this week after warning that enforcing a federal vaccine mandate for employers with more than 100 workers could create holiday travel chaos at the carrier.But despite that warning — and after publicly calling for an exemption from that federal vaccine mandate — Allied Pilots Association president, Capt. Eric Ferguson, insisted that American Airlines pilots are not anti-vaccine. Further, the union leader predicted that 90% of pilots will likely be vaccinated within a month....

Chances are you’re likely among the 53 million-plus Americans expected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday this year.Traveling this time of year is often a reminder of how stressful doing so can be. Fortunately, there are travel tips, tools and strategies that can serve you well at the holidays and beyond, especially when it comes to maximizing convenience at airports thanks to expedited security programs.This week’s column answers your questions about Global Entry, TSA PreCheck and Clear – and explains why you should consider all three....

Jump to Recipe Oven baked cheeseburgers are just as delicious as their pan-seared or grilled counterparts but with much less mess! It is truly one of the easiest ways to make a burger as well as one of the healthiest. And because baked cheeseburgers are incredibly customizable, they make a great dinner for the whole family! Easy Oven Baked Cheeseburgers These easy oven baked cheeseburgers are one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners....

Jump to Recipe If you find yourself in need of an applesauce substitute when cooking or baking, look no further than this list of easy alternatives! Not only have we included over 12 easy applesauce alternatives, but also a recipe to make your own applesauce at home! The best applesauce substitutions and how to make your own at home! You may be surprised to find that a recipe you are trying out for the first time calls for a favorite childhood snack – applesauce....

Jump to Recipe These delicious buttermilk recipes are the best way to use up a carton of buttermilk if you have one sitting in the fridge! The recipes range from sweet desserts, to fluffy breakfast recipes, to crispy fried chicken, and more! Sweet or savory, one of these buttermilk recipes is sure to satisfy your cravings! The Best Buttermilk Recipes Buttermilk is a key ingredient in many incredible comfort foods. It makes our favorite comfort foods fluffier, richer, creamier, and it can even help tenderize meat!...

Here’s a tricky question: Who owns the copyright on a piece of art when it sells? It’s a question many artists and even a few art buyers have and it is very important that you understand the answer. Copyright and Original Works of Art When you buy an original painting, you buy the physical object to have and enjoy. In most circumstances, you own only the artwork, not the copyright to it....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend that you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking. Remember: Fares may disappear quickly, so book right away and take advantage of Orbitz’s courtesy cancellation if you’re unable to travel....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available – View the current offers hereWant to see the latest flight deals as soon as they’re published? Follow The Points Guy on Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to text message alerts from our deals feed, @tpg_alerts.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.One of our favorite cities is currently on sale for lucky West Coast fliers. Though fares to Dubai generally range anywhere from $700+, those with last-minute flexibility (and the patience to deal with a layover on the longer side) can score round-trip tickets for an incredible $334.Originally featured on Secret Flying, fares are limited, available for just September and October....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available.If Costa Rica has been calling your name, now is the time to act on that inkling, with round-trip flights departing from across the United States to San Jose starting at $150 from select destinations.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.Deal basics(Photo by David W. Thompson/Getty Images)Airlines: Avianca, Alaska, American, Copa, JetBlue and United....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available – View the current offers hereWant to see the latest flight deals as soon as they’re published? Follow The Points Guy on Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to text message alerts from our deals feed, @tpg_alerts.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking....

Learning how to play piano may take time but is manageable with proper training. While it is possible to learn how to play by ear, it is important for beginners to get familiar with music notes by practicing pitch and keys off of sheet music, instructional books or online learning tools. This will go hand in hand with understanding piano keys and practicing classic basics like “Do-Re-Mi.” One trick to learning piano is by playing easier songs, such as Christmas carols, children’s songs or music that you love and are passionate about....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Want to see the latest flight deals as soon as they’re published? Follow The Points Guy on Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to text message alerts from our deals feed, @tpg_alerts.Though Delta is infamous for not offering award charts to SkyMiles members, the airline does offer award flights at attractive rates from time to time. Just this past week, Delta offered round-trip economy award redemptions starting at just 34,000 SkyMiles....

The federal government will double the fines charged against passengers who refuse to wear face masks on board aircraft, President Joseph Biden said on Thursday.Financial penalties, which will be issued by the Transportation Security Administration — the agency that sets the mask mandate — will range from $500 for first-time offenses to $3,000 for repeat offenders, the TSA said, effective Friday, September 10.Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free new biweekly Aviation newsletter!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.The weekend is coming up, and I’m sure many of you’ll be taking an Uber at some point. Why not save some money while you’re at it?Uber is sending emails to targeted customers about a new promotion that could save you 50% on your next five rides. Here’s what you need to know.You’ll score 50% off each of your next 5 rides when you pay with Venmo (up to $10 per ride)....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Update: The current sign-up bonus for the Amtrak Guest Rewards World MasterCard is 12,000 points after spending $500 in the first 3 months, 2 points per dollar spent on Amtrak, and one point per dollar on everything else.Amtrak Guest Rewards is running a 50% bonus on purchased miles until September 30, 2011. The maximum purchase is 10,000 per year, so the maximum amount you can get is 15,000 miles (which includes the bonus) for $275....

Jump to Recipe This goulash is an easy-to-make American-style recipe made with juicy hamburger meat, tomato sauce, and tender macaroni noodles! While this meal is effortless to make, it is extremely flavorful! Not to mention, goulash is great for feeding a crowd on a budget! Easy Goulash Recipe Everything about this old-fashioned American goulash recipe is incredibly easy. While it may be simple, it is still bursting with incredible flavor! All of the ingredients go into the same pot to cook- even the pasta!...

My family and I hadn’t traveled by plane since December 2019 — a few road trips within several hours of our home near San Francisco is as far as we’d gone together in almost 17 months. However, since my husband and I are fully vaccinated, our toddlers do pretty well wearing their masks and President Biden extended the federal mask mandate on all federal transportation through September 13, we felt comfortable enough this spring to travel a little further and fly to New Orleans....

The restaurant dining room, whether it is formal or casual, is the most important area in the front of the house. Its design plays a large part in the overall ambiance of your restaurant. A restaurant dining room design is more than just table and chairs. It includes spaces for a wait station, storage, and a POS system—all of which need to be hidden from customers. Read on for everything you need to know about planning your restaurant dining room....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.“Reader Questions” are answered three days a week — Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays — by TPG Senior Writer Julian Mark Kheel.With the advent of the Chase Sapphire Reserve and the ability to redeem directly for travel at 1.5 cents per point, booking travel with Ultimate Rewards points has become more popular in recent months. So TPG reader Tina wants to know what happens if you have to cancel your trip after booking it…[pullquote source=“TPG Reader Tina”]I am planning to book a trip through Chase Ultimate Rewards with points....