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They say time is money, and last week, I learned that lesson firsthand.On Dec. 15, I flew on Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight from Doha to San Francisco, leaving me about 2,500 miles away from my home in New York City when I landed in the Bay Area.With a winter storm on its way to the Northeast, I wanted to get back before the snow started. I’d already been gone for five days and feared getting stuck in the airport with rolling delays and cancellations....

The best airlines make you feel like you’ve already arrived at the destination as soon as you set foot on board. There’s nothing like hearing a hearty “Guten tag, Herr Rosen” on Lufthansa or “Bonjour, Monsieur Rosen” when flying Air France.Qantas is one of the best airlines at this type of aerial ambassadorship. As soon as I see a red tail fin with a white ’roo hopping across it and hear that distinctive Aussie twang, I know there’s a treat in store … and it’s better than a Murray River salted caramel Tim Tam....

Air Canada is launching two new transborder routes that will deepen the carrier’s ties with United Airlines.The routes, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) serve two of United’s hubs and, in the case of the Vancouver-to-Houston flight, will complement United’s service.Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free biweekly Aviation newsletter.United currently operates the Vancouver-Houston route — one that returned for the first time in the pandemic era this June as a summer seasonal flight....

The ongoing dispute between Qatar Airways and Airbus over A350 paint that is peeling and corroding shows no signs of letting up.The latest chapter of the tit-for-tat saga occurred on Tuesday when it was revealed in Airbus’ monthly orders and deliveries update that at some point during the month of January, Qatar’s A350-900 order backlog had dropped from 42 to 40 aircraft. Reuters reported that Airbus had canceled two of the orders....

Jump to Recipe These lobster recipes are perfect for any time you are wanting a homecooked, elegant, and delicious seafood meal! You don’t need a special occasion to serve any of these easy-to-make dishes. Lobster is so versatile and tasty, all of these recipes will be a hit! Best Lobster Recipe Ideas Lobster isn’t just served at gourmet restaurants, it can also be made in the comfort of your own home while you are surrounded by your closest friends and family!...

This sausage stuffing with apples & cranberries is an easy recipe that is perfect for bringing to Thanksgiving dinner! The fruit adds a subtle sweetness that really complements the savory flavor of the pork sausage. It’s a great recipe for stuffing a turkey, but it also tastes equally as delicious on its own! Sausage Stuffing With Apples & Cranberries Every family has its own tried-and-true version of holiday stuffing and there’s no reason why this can’t be yours!...

Chicago is allowing bars, restaurants and even dance floors to reopen at normal capacity with no restrictions like mask-wearing or social distancing, as long as everyone present is vaccinated. To make it easier for everyone to continue to dine out, one restaurant has created separate sections for those who are inoculated and those who aren’t.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.Starting this weekend, Moe’s Cantina will require proof of vaccination in exchange for a pink wristband that will allow access to the area for patrons who have received their shots....

This tasty chicken parmesan pizza is loaded with crispy slices of breaded parmesan crusted chicken, tangy pizza sauce, and melted mozzarella! It’s the newest addition to our regular rotation of incredibly delicious pizzas for pizza night! Best of all, this is a winning pick for family dinners as EVERYONE loves it! A unique chicken pizza your whole family will love! With just breaded chicken and cheese on pizza dough, even picky eaters will be happy with this one!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.One of my favorite things to do over the last few years has been to take a staycation, spending a few nights staying in a hotel in my home city exploring and eating like a tourist. In Chicago and Shanghai, this has helped me discover parts of the city I might have otherwise missed, and on a recent trip home to see my family in Maryland I was excited to spend a few days staying in downtown Washington, DC, and playing tourist....

In a move that might shock Disney Cruise Line fans, the line on Tuesday celebrated an agreement with Port Everglades, cementing a spot for a Disney ship to base itself at the Fort Lauderdale port year-round, beginning in fall 2023.The 15-year Port Everglades agreement also makes room for a second DCL ship to homeport there seasonally, beginning in 2025, according to a statement from the cruise line.“All we need is a little pixie dust to transform Terminal 4,” said Jonathan Daniels, Port Everglades’ chief executive and port director....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.There’s been a lot of talk around Bilt Rewards, the relatively new loyalty program that lets renters earn points on rent payments. Bilt also offers the Bilt Mastercard, which allows you to earn 3 points per dollar on dining, 2 points per dollar on travel and 1 point per dollar on all other purchases.Editor’s note: TPG founder Brian Kelly is a Bilt advisor and investor....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.The Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Card has been offering an 80,000-point sign-up bonus since February, and just in time for the spending-heavy holiday season it has a new offer. Currently, you can earn up to 150,000 points when you sign up for this card (or 50,000 Starpoints if you opt to transfer to Starwood Preferred Guest).As is often the case with sign-up bonuses that look this good on the surface, you’ll have to spend a lot to earn the full amount of points....

These Easter basket cupcakes are a fun, cute, and incredibly easy dessert to make this Spring for all of your Easter festivities! It’s a great Easter dessert to make with your kids because they can decorate their own cupcakes! They’re perfect as an after-dinner dessert for your Easter meal, or for enjoying throughout the week! Easy Easter Basket Cupcakes These absolutely adorable Easter basket cupcakes are super easy to make, and the kids will love getting to decorate cupcakes on their own!...

This tater tot breakfast casserole is an easy one-dish family meal filled with classic breakfast items perfect for satisfying a hungry crowd! Frozen tater tots, breakfast sausage, bacon, eggs, and cheese are layered to make a savory casserole that is both kid and adult approved! You’ll love how easy it is to put together, plus it’s a great make-ahead dish. Easy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole In this easy tater tot breakfast casserole, you’ll find all of your favorite breakfast staples mixed together in savory, delectable layers!...

Both the black crappie, Pomoxis nigromaculatus, and the white crappie, Pomoxis annularus, are the most distinctive and largest members of the Centrarchidae family of sunfish. They are considered excellent food fish and sportfish, and have white flaky meat that makes for sweet fillets. In many places crappie are plentiful, and creel limits are liberal, so it does no harm to keep a batch of these fish for the table. ID. The black crappie and the white crappie are similar in color, a silvery olive to bronze with dark spots, although on the black crappie the spots are irregularly arranged instead of appearing in seven or eight vertical bands as they do on the white crappie....

The pandemic exploded the vacation home rental business, with more travelers than ever wanting total control of the place where they are staying during a leisure trip.Airbnb, which has more than 6 million listings, is the giant in this sector by far. Homes & Villas by Marriott International, which launched three years ago this month, has 60,000 listings and is a much smaller offering by a traditional hotel company. In fact, its existence might come as a surprise to some given the hotel industry’s initial pushback against Airbnb in many cities....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.We’ve road-tripped, taken trains, gone in helicopters, enjoyed horseback rides and flown to different continents, but no member of my immediate family has ever, ever gone on a cruise. Heck, I haven’t even walked on a cruise ship for a press tour or media day or anything. Cruises are truly foreign ground for this traveling mama. But, not for much longer....

Jump to Recipe Here’s how to fix sauce too sweet so that you can still use your tasty sauce and don’t have to start over! From adding different flavors to upping the liquid content, I’m going to walk you through a bunch of different options for fixing your sauce. Keep on reading to find out what you need to do! How To Fix Sweet Sauce Sometimes adding a sweet sauce to your recipe is a good thing, but other times it is a mistake!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.United Airlines elite status holders can receive 15,000 MileagePlus miles when signing up for a Clear membership — now through April 1.If you don’t have Clear yet, there’s never been a better time to enroll as you’ll not only enjoy a faster, touchless experience at airport security, but you’ll get 15,000 bonus miles that are worth $182 (according to TPG’s latest valuations)....

Instant Pot minestrone is an easy version of the classic Italian soup that is loaded with tender pasta and vegetables in savory tomato broth! This wonderfully hearty soup is just the thing to warm everyone up during colder weather, but you’ll find yourself wanting to make it all year long! Serve it with some garlic bread and a salad for a tasty dinner everyone will enjoy! Easy Instant Pot Minestrone There’s something extra special about making a hearty and comforting soup loaded with vegetables, pasta, and savory seasonings to share with your family!...