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[tpg_rating tpg-rating-score=“89” ground-experience=“9” cabin-seat=“23” amens-ife=“15” food-bev=“22” service=“20” pros=“Brand-new superjumbo plane, friendly service, comfortable and spacious seat, superspeedy Wi-Fi, live TV.” cons=“Sluggish service, no overhead air vents, slightly overcooked entree, poor-quality snacks.” /]Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Some three and a half years after first announcing plans to operate the Airbus A380 on flights between Tokyo Narita and Honolulu, Hawaii, All Nippon Airways, or ANA, has finally launched its first superjumbo service....

Jump to Recipe The incredibly easy to make Graham Cracker Crust is a staple for so many delicious desserts and a great base for beginner bakers! This ‘better than store bought’ crust can be used for just about any pie you can think of, to cheesecakes, cream pies, ice box pies, and decadent dessert bars! Best of all, a perfect graham cracker crust only takes 3 ingredients and can be done in 5 minutes or less!...

Check out this article if you need to know how much yeast is in a packet, and how to best use and store that yeast! I’ve gathered all the necessary information about yeast so you don’t have to question a thing! How much yeast is really in those tiny packets? So many of my favorite things contain yeast. The smell of fluffy cinnamon rolls baking in the oven. A good loaf of bread....

Restoring a classic motorcycle often includes repainting the chassis or panels. But the owners often want to go further with the appearance of both the bike and riding gear. Personalizing riding gear by painting helmets or adding studs to a leather jacket, for instance, is something motorcyclists have done from their inception. Both of these examples need skill and patience. The good news is that the home mechanics with access to basic painting equipment (i....

In anticipation of the busiest summer travel season since before the COVID-19 pandemic, the Transportation Security Administration has expanded digital screening operations to assist air travel volume expected to meet or exceed levels not seen since 2019.The agency hopes enhanced screening operations and the deployment of nearly 50,000 TSA agents will not only reduce security wait times for travelers but also minimize the spread of COVID-19, particularly as Americans take to the skies for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day....

As millions of Americans receive a COVID-19 vaccine each day, we can be more confident that an end to the pandemic that upended the world over the last year is in sight.And as we begin to return to “normal” life, which includes traveling more frequently, many public health experts agree that continued testing for COVID-19 will be critical to the recovery of the economy as the country continues to vaccinate as many people as possible....

It hasn’t been a good month for new cruise lines hoping to start up operations.Just days after start-up brand The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announced another lengthy delay for its first sailings, cruise newcomer Virgin Voyages also has pushed back its official debut in a significant way.Virgin Voyages on Wednesday said it had canceled all the initial sailings of its first vessel, Scarlet Lady, out of Miami, through Sept. 17. Like The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, Virgin Voyages cited the ongoing coronavirus pandemic for its latest delay....

Whether your aim is to keep your legs toned for the winter or to find a new, exciting sport, grass skiing might be a great activity for you. While it’s still making progress with technological developments, grass skiing is a great way to ski all year round. Grass Skiing: What is It? Grass skiing is sometimes considered summer’s equivalent to winter snow skiing. While not as popular as its cold weather counterpart, grass skiing has certainly made a name for itself and even has an international club....

Jump to Recipe This easy to follow Thanksgiving guide is just what you need to help organize your next Thanksgiving celebration! From choosing the perfect Thanksgiving menu to setting up decorations, this checklist will walk you through every step of planning the ultimate holiday get-together. We’ve even featured some of our favorite Thanksgiving recipes to get you started! A Complete Thanksgiving Dinner Guide The holidays are meant to be a time for celebration and joy....

Even before the pandemic, it was not uncommon to have a guest’s call to a hotel’s front desk put on hold (and often forgotten) or go unanswered. For a customer, it’s a frustrating experience. For hotels large or small, boutique or budget, it’s a sign of bad service.Now, many hotels are welcoming back leisure and business guests but dealing with severe staffing shortages. And some properties are promoting existing tools and or new technologies to avoid leaving guests on hold....

When the FAA last month fined three passengers for bringing their own alcohol onboard, getting drunk, and ignoring flight attendants’ instructions, it wasn’t finished.The agency said on Tuesday that it would fine another three passengers tens of thousands of dollars for causing scenes aboard flights in early January. Each incident involved passengers drinking alcohol that they brought onboard themselves — which is against FAA regulations.Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free new biweekly Aviation newsletter!...

One of Marriott’s buzziest brands might lose its direct link to the man who many view as one of the originators of the boutique hotel.Ian Schrager plans to step back from his partnership with Marriott International on Edition Hotels, according to two of his recent Instagram posts. Schrager, who is perhaps best known for co-founding the infamous nightclub Studio 54 and later building a foundation for the boutique hotel movement with his Morgans Hotel Group, first partnered with Marriott on Edition in 2008....

As long as pop music has been around, there have been lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender singers, but many have felt the need to hide their sexual orientation in order to reach widespread acceptance with pop audiences. However, these LGBT singers have been famously open about their sexuality, paving the way for more queer artists to break into the mainstream. 01 of 10 Elton John Photo by Robert Knight Archive / Redferns...

Some of the most interesting hotels I’ve stayed in are innovative updates of existing structures that had previous lives. There was the imposing Hotel Katajanokka in Helsinki — which once served as the city’s main prison — and The Murray in Hong Kong — one of the city’s first skyscrapers, which housed government offices for decades before getting a stunning renovation by Foster + Partners.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter....

Jump to Recipe Here’s what to serve with fish so that you can take your simple and ordinary fish dishes to the next level! From condiments to side dishes, I have gathered it all for the ultimate list of menu ideas! No matter what you choose, you won’t be disappointed. Easy Side Dishes & Condiments For Fish I absolutely love enjoying a delicious fish meal any day of the week! Not only do I appreciate simple and tasty fish recipes, but I also love pairing them with equally mouthwatering dishes!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.TPG reader Max sent me a tweet to ask about booking airline awards:“Which frequent flyer programs charge fees when you book with miles?”Airlines aren’t shy about tacking on fees for just about everything from checking a bag to printing a boarding pass. Still, I find award booking fees to be particularly insidious, since they generally don’t reflect any service or value added to your fare....

It’s a big day for American Airlines frequent flyers as the carrier is out with a completely revamped elite program. Though the benefits aren’t changing, the way you achieve status is getting a big overhaul.In the days leading up to the announcement, TPG spoke with Heather Samp, managing director of member engagement, to learn more about the changes.“We are really trying to imagine and redefine what loyalty looks like,” Samp said....

Like Puccini’s “Nessun Dorma,” Luciano Pavarotti’s dramatic vocal talents helped make the aria “Una furtiva lagrima” even more popular than it already was. “Una furtiva lagrima" was composed by Gaetano Donizetti, with a libretto written by Felice Romani. It is popular among tenors, and is known as a romanza, which is as its name suggests, a romantic aria. The Opera ‘L’elisir D’amore’ Written in the bel canto style, which put the emphasis on the singer’s voice rather than the orchestra, “L’elisir d’amore” is considered a comic opera, since it has a romance as its central plot, and has a happy ending....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Today TPG Contributor Nick Ewen continues his series The Weekly Wish, looking at flaws, shortcomings, and room for improvement in the world of travel and loyalty programs. Today’s wish: consistent transfer bonuses from Amex Membership Rewards to airline and hotel travel partners.Last Thursday, my Weekly Wish focused on how the Starwood Preferred Guest program could improve by offering (more) immediate transfers to airline partners....

My easy and light baked flounder is a fantastic combination of tender flounder fillets and a crispy Panko and Parmesan breadcrumb topping! It’s a delicious dinner that you can have in the oven, baked to perfection, and served in 20 minutes! Panko Crusted Baked Flounder Crispy baked flounder is a perfect light weeknight dinner! It’s simply seasoned and topped with an amazing Panko breadcrumb and Parmesan cheese mixture that creates a flavorful and crunchy topping....