Cancer and Capricorn are opposites on the Zodiac wheel, making them a pair to ponder. They swing on poles of emotional and earthly intelligence, and homey vs. worldly centers of gravity. Cancer and Capricorn are a polarity, so there’s a familiar resonance, along with the total opposite experience of these signs. If you have big energies in one of these two Zodiac signs, the other side may seem out of your depth (or scope)....
The banjo is a fascinating instrument. Whether it has four or five strings, is strummed or fingerpicked, the banjo is as melodic as it is percussive. Often, banjo pickers aren’t at the front of the band - they’re around to back up what the guitar or fiddle player is doing, only occasionally given their own room to shine with a lengthy solo. That said, though, there are plenty of great banjo-fronted instrumental tunes from throughout folk music history - traditional jams and contemporary arrangements alike....
Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.We recently asked our TPG Lounge audience to share their greatest success stories with the United MileagePlus loyalty program. Here’s a look at some of our favorite answers. (Some responses have been lightly edited for style and clarity.)Short on United miles? Apply for the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card today and transfer points to your MileagePlus account.Round-The-World Adventures on United MilesWe’re usually pretty impressed by our TPG Lounge members’ points-and-miles endeavors, but never as much as when they figure out how to do entire round-the-world journeys for (almost) free with airline miles....
Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.It hasn’t been a great past couple of years for United loyalists. Last year, the airline decided to follow Delta’s lead by removing award charts for its own flights and switch to dynamic award pricing. This was a shock to many United flyers in the beginning, but the aftermath wasn’t as bad as we thought: Domestic flights largely went down in price, and partner flights weren’t subject to dynamic pricing....
Jump to Recipe If you fancy yourself a steak aficionado the teres major steak may be already on your radar, but if not, what is this intensely beefy steak? Here I’ll discuss this extraordinary cut of meat, and you will trust me when I say this is a steak you have to try! The teres major is a tender and flavorful cut of steak that you don’t want to miss out on!...
The 2022 World Cup is about to kick off in Qatar as the world focuses on the small Gulf country.This World Cup marks a few firsts: It’s the first to be held in the Middle East, the first to take place outside the tournament’s traditional May-July time frame, and the first to be held in a country as small as Qatar.Since the event was awarded to Qatar in 2010, it’s also become one of the most controversial World Cups in recent memory....
Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.When it comes to Emirates award flights, all the attention seems to go toward using Alaska miles to book trips on the largest of the three Middle Eastern carriers. Today, though, TPG Special Contributor Eric Rosen takes a look at how you can use Qantas miles to fly Emirates, and why you might (or might not) want to do so....
Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Staying in an overwater bungalow in Bora Bora is as glamorous as it sounds. And the island’s appeal is enhanced even more at the ultra-luxurious InterContinental Bora Bora Resort and Thalasso Spa, where the view encompasses an expansive turquoise lagoon and the green jagged peaks of Mount Pahia and Mount Otemanu.At the IC Thalasso, an overwater bungalow regularly costs $1,000 or more per night....
They might not be classics, but these overlooked horror movie gems are available free online on YouTube. All the Colors of the Dark (1972) Courtesy Shriek Show Psychedelic imagery highlights this hallucinatory Italian chiller (AKA They’re Coming to Get You) about a woman recovering from a miscarriage who is tormented by a satanic cult. Anatomy (2000) Courtesy Sony Franka Potente (The Bourne Identity) stars in this polished German chiller (which later spawned a sequel) as a medical student who stumbles upon a secret society that dissects living patients....
Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Holding mid- or top-tier status with a hotel loyalty program can lead to perks such as bonus points and free upgrades, but as TPG Senior Points & Miles Contributor Nick Ewen explains, it’s not always necessary.The points and miles hobby can be both a blessing and a curse. Sure, it’s wonderful to experience top-notch international first class and luxurious hotel rooms, but once you’ve gotten a taste for these premium travel experiences, it can be hard to go back....
With the popularity of Mad Men and recent period movies, the slick, parted, well-groomed styles seem to be making a comeback. Styles with side parts, combed back tops, and cleanly tapered necklines are popping up everywhere. These styles are normally worn with a liberal does of high-shine pomade, but what if you want the style without the wet look? Achieving that well-groomed dry look is actually VERY simple. Here’s how:...
Another week, another round of route changes for American Airlines.The latest additions for the Fort Worth-based carrier are to two destinations in Louisiana — Alexandria (AEX) and Lafayette (LFT).Starting April 2, American will fly from Charlotte (CLT) to both AEX and LFT with its regional affiliate PSA Airlines, according to Cirium schedules and confirmed by the carrier. Both flights will be operated by a CRJ-900 offering a first-class cabin, as well as extra-legroom economy and standard coach seating....
Amtrak’s Acela service between Boston and Washington, DC, with a stop in New York, was a game changer soon after it first entered service on Dec. 11, 2000. After the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, it quickly gained a loyal following for those traveling up and down the Northeast Corridor. Finally, a train — a high-speed one — was competitive with flying, especially as new security measures took place.I still remember my first Acela trip, early in 2001....
Delta Air Lines has a new shortest wide-body route — and it’s one that might surprise you.The airline is currently deploying a Boeing 767-300 between its mega-hub at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), a roughly one-hour route that’s only 356 miles long, as first seen in Cirium schedules.The Boeing 767 will operate on a roughly daily basis from now until April 9, 2023, as part of a schedule extension that was just filed over the weekend....
These ham steaks are browned and then cooked in a sweet brown sugar glaze for a dish that is quick, easy, and delicious! It is such a versatile protein that you can enjoy it any time of the day, from breakfast or brunch all the way to dinner! Plus, it only requires 3 ingredients and is ready to go in only 15 minutes! Best Glazed Ham Steaks Recipe Ham steaks are a fantastic ingredient for when you need something super quick and easy!...
If you think an escape to the warmth of Cancun might be in the cards for this upcoming winter, it’s a good idea to book when you get a window where the airfare is running cheaper. It happens every so often — and right now is one of those times.There are currently a handful of U.S. cities from which you can fly to the popular Mexico destination for $250 or less round trip....
Definition: The Italian musical term crescendo (abbreviated cresc.) is an indication to gradually increase the volume of a song until otherwise noted.A crescendo is marked by a horizontal, opening angle which may be followed by another dynamics command (see image).Opposite of diminuendo and, of course, decrescendo. Also Known As: en croissant; devenir plus fort; augmentez; plus en plus fort (Fr) anschwellend; lauter werdend; wachsend (Ger) Pronunciation: Common Misspellings: cresendo, crecendoMore Musical Abbreviations:...
If you thought cruising was back, you ain’t seen nothin’ yet. That message from the leaders of some of the world’s largest cruise lines came through loud and clear during a panel discussion Tuesday at Seatrade, the cruise industry’s annual conference in Miami.The higher-ups have been consistent in their message that, although things are trending upward, lines are unlikely to see things exceed 2019 levels until next year.“We are definitely on the other side of this,” said Jason Liberty, the president and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group....
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....
Irish eyes are definitely smiling for this flash deal from Aer Lingus, with round-trip flights to Ireland for less than $400.This is your chance to lift a pint of Guinness in a real Irish pub, ogle the Book of Kells at regal Trinity College in Dublin, explore the stunning Cliffs of Moher and even kiss the Blarney Stone should the mood strike.The limited-time deal takes up to $100 off regular flight prices to Ireland....
