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Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.The “Your Layover Guide” series features airports and destinations around the world where you’re likely to be stuck between flights, offering tips on navigating and spending time in the airport, as well as suggesting things to do if you have time to explore the nearby city. TPG International Contributor Lori Zaino guides us through Korea’s biggest airport, Seoul Incheon (ICN)....

We’ve all been there. You book a hotel stay, show up at the front desk to check-in only to be disappointed. Maybe your room wasn’t ready at check-in time or they don’t have that non-smoking room you booked. This happens quite a bit, especially in Las Vegas, where the massive casinos have a huge hotel room inventory that’s constantly fluctuating. But, what happens when you show up at the front desk and they tell you that you’ll need to pay nearly $40 per night if you want daily housekeeping?...

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We’re taking a break from using this weekly column to answer France- or trusted traveler-related questions, and instead zeroing in on the heart of what TPG does — providing our points and miles expertise to empower you in your own trip planning.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.In order to answer this week’s top questions, I had to phone a few friends — my savvy colleagues....

Drill Instructors (DIs) are the stuff of legends, entrusted with turning civilians into the next generation of United States Marines. They’re some of the most professional leaders the Marine Corps has to offer, selected carefully from the ranks to provide recruits the crucial bridge between the “me” culture of modern American society and the Marine Corps family. As a Special Duty Assignment (also called a “B-Billet”), Drill Instructor positions are not entry-level – they’re only open to men and women who’ve already reenlisted at least once in the Marine Corps and are trained in a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)....

These chocolate dipped Rice Krispies treats are such an incredibly tasty combination of crispy cereal bar covered in rich chocolate! This classic no-bake cereal bar is a timeless favorite that’s loved by kids of all ages! There’s nothing like these chocolate-dipped Rice Krispie treats to remind you of childhood! When I was a kid, Rice Krispies™ treats were in high demand. Sleepovers, class birthday parties, holidays. Everyone under the age of 10, and many over, were obsessed....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Citi is a TPG Advertising Partner.Even though the only points that easily convert into American Airlines miles are Marriott points, American Airlines miles are easy to earn because two banks issue its co-branded credit cards — Barclays and Citi. And now there is an increased offer (as reported by Doctor of Credit) for the CitiBusiness® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Mastercard®....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.For amazing deals like these, be sure to follow TPG on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, and follow our special TPG Alerts twitter feed.Per this Flyertalk thread, United Airlines is offering some cheap fares between San Francisco and Hong Kong starting at $550-$725 roundtrip for dates this Spring and Summer.Finding Airfares Using the ITA MatrixOne of the most useful tools for searching airfares quickly is the this post for tips on how to use it....

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.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.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. However, if you’re using The Platinum Card® from American Express, you’ll need to book directly with the airline or through the Amex Travel portal to get 5x MR points....

Travelers with dietary restrictions and aversions may no longer need to order a special meal for their upcoming Delta flight.The Atlanta-based carrier announced on Wednesday that it’s adding new vegetarian and plant-based meals onboard its flights beginning in March.Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free new biweekly Aviation newsletter.The new food options will include a range of entrees, featuring Impossible Foods, Black Sheep Foods and other regionally-inspired options. (You’ll find the full list of new meals at the bottom of this post....

Traveling by bus may not be the most glamorous option in the world, but, for many, the patchwork of intercity bus operators across the U.S. provides an important — and affordable — way to get from point A to point B.Beyond a simple means of transportation, America’s bus system has inspired countless artists, including beatnik author Jack Kerouac, as he saw the country unfold through the window of a bus. While the reality of bus travel is not nearly as romantic and nostalgic as it’s often painted in the movies, it still plays a vital transportation role....

Frontier Airlines may not have succeeded in merging with Spirit Airlines, but it is making news with a batch of new routes and cheap introductory fares.The Denver-based low-cost carrier announced ten new non-stop routes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Some new routes will launch in November 2022, while others will begin in January 2023.Sign up for the free daily TPG newsletter for more airline news!New Frontier Flights from PHX in November 2022Daily flights from PHX to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), California’s Orange County Airport (SNA), and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) will begin on November 5, 2022....

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Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.If you’ve been thinking about planning your next trip with Delta Air Lines, you may want to check your Amex Offers because it can net you some huge savings.Here’s what you need to know.Some TPG staffers awoke this morning to find targeted offers from Delta. You will get a $170 statement credit after spending $850 or more from now through January 31, 2020....

For men, growing and maintaining long hair is a commitment—it takes time to grow it out, and maintaining long hair can be a bit more work than a shorter style. One of the hardest style changes for the long-haired guy to make is going from long hair to short hair. If you’ve got long hair and you are considering going short, here’s how and when to do it right. Why Go Short...

Jump to Recipe These Halloween cupcake recipes include the best Halloween-themed cupcakes for bakers of every skill level! Some cupcakes are cute and some are scary but they all taste delicious. You’re going to want to make these cupcakes for your Halloween parties year after year! Best Halloween Cupcakes To Bake I love whipping up a batch of cupcakes for any special occasion. There’s just something extra fun about decorating Halloween cupcakes!...

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.On April 9, Hawaii Gov. David Ige issued his 19th proclamation related to the COVID-19 emergency. The 72-page document outlines a variety of topics and issues, including — for the first time — the foundation for vaccinated travelers to have the opportunity to avoid the mandatory 10-day quarantine....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Last week, TPG Managing Editor Eric Rosen flew out to New York (hey, even my employees need their miles!) to meet with me while I was in town between trips and stayed at the Soho House New York. Soho House is a private club originally founded in London but with locations in other cities such as Berlin - where I stayed over the summer - Los Angeles and Miami, among others....

Learn how to cook canned potatoes so that you can enjoy this inexpensive, simple, and super tasty ingredient! I’m going to show you a variety of different ways to cook canned potatoes all the way from the stovetop to the oven! Plus, you’ll also get some storage information, tips, and more! Guide To Cooking Canned Potatoes Maybe you’ve seen some canned potatoes on the shelf at the grocery store or you have some that have been sitting in your pantry for a while and you just don’t know what to do with them....