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Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.American Airlines is currently spending billions of dollars a year pushing a transformation of its product. Not all of these are positive improvements for passengers. “Project Oasis,” for example, is squeezing legroom on more than 500 domestic aircraft. And AA’s newest planes don’t have inflight entertainment screens and feature very small bathrooms in economy.However, AA isn’t spending billions just to make economy worse....

Alaska Airlines is making some exciting changes to its Flight Pass offering.The Seattle-based carrier unveiled on Thursday an expansion of its subscription-based travel pass, which now includes a promotional MVP elite status membership and covers an additional destination.Perhaps most exciting is that from Nov. 3 through Nov. 30, all new Flight Pass subscribers will receive complimentary MVP status in Alaska’s Mileage Plan frequent flyer program.During this period, those who enroll in the entry-level Flight Pass will enjoy complimentary MVP status, while those splurging for a Flight Pass Pro subscription will receive MVP Gold status....

This March, American Airlines’ flyers trekking across the country will have the opportunity to fly the carrier’s best domestic jet.During the weekend, the Fort Worth-based carrier filed its March 2021 schedule, which included a welcome upgrade for transcon travelers. Specifically, one of the carrier’s three New York (JFK) to Los Angeles (LAX) frequencies will be operated by the Airbus A321T.Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free new biweekly Aviation newsletter!...

Jump to Recipe Apple cobbler bars are easy to make dessert bars full of warm fall spices and the crisp flavor of apples! A simple sweet vanilla glaze is the ultimate way to top off the soft buttery crust and apple pie filling. There is no doubt that these apple dessert bars will be a huge hit at any occasion! Easy Apple Cobbler Bars Recipe These apple cobbler bars are a simple to make fall dessert full of spiced apple flavor!...

Jump to Recipe These incredibly tasty air fryer appetizers are no-fail favorites for any occasion because they’re quick, easy, and food comes out perfectly cooked! Because I am such an air fryer fan, I’ve shared all of my best air fryer appetizers in one easy location so you can try them for yourself! The Best Air Fryer Appetizers Your air fryer is the most convenient way to whip up some tasty appetizers on the fly....

This cheese sauce for cauliflower is a quick and easy condiment that transforms vegetables into an irresistible side dish! Cheddar and Parmesan cheese are combined with whole milk, butter, and seasoning for a delightfully rich and creamy texture. Plus, it’s the perfect way to convince picky eaters to try their veggies! Cauliflower Cheese Sauce Recipe If you’re looking for a way to get your picky eaters to actually enjoy their veggies, my homemade cheese sauce for cauliflower is the one for you!...

Jump to Recipe These spring desserts are all bright, refreshing, and fantastic for enjoying the season with friends and family! From fruit tarts to lemon cookies, there is a tasty spring-inspired treat that is perfect for any occasion! Go ahead and let these desserts be the final touch to your springtime meals! Best Spring Dessert Recipes The warming weather always puts me in the mood for some springtime baking! I want to sit on a patio, soak up some sunshine, and snack on a sweet treat!...

These fluffy buttermilk pancakes are tangy, delicious, and easy to make for breakfast or family brunch any day of the week! All you will need is a handful of simple ingredients to make the most fluffy pancakes ever. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or enjoying a tall stack of pancakes as a weekend treat, these golden pancakes do not disappoint! Best Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe This easy buttermilk pancakes recipe is a snap to make and you can read all about my best and favorite tips for super fluffy pancakes here too!...

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is easing up on its stringent mask-wearing rules for cruisers. But just by a little bit.In a small tweak to a lengthy operations manual for cruise lines that it unveiled last week, the agency on Wednesday said cruisers could remove their masks when sunning in lounge chairs around outdoor pools, provided they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.The operations manual initially said that cruisers would be required to wear masks at all times when lounging around pools....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.The Chase Freedom Unlimited has long been both a great starter card for those with limited credit history and the ideal complement to cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card or Chase Sapphire Reserve. The lack of an annual fee on the Freedom Unlimited, as well as its 1.5x earning on all purchases (with no bonus categories or annual limits to worry about), makes it a great choice for quickly racking up Chase Ultimate Rewards points — if you pair it with a card that earns UR points, that is....

The European Union is closing its airspace to Russia.EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday announced that the 27-nation bloc will ban “Russian-owned, Russian registered or Russian-controlled aircraft” from its airspace.“They won’t be able to land in, take off or overfly the territory of the EU,” she wrote on Twitter. “Including the private jets of oligarchs.“The EU’s move comes after many of its member states had already taken the steps on their own....

Knock on wood, but I have yet to miss a flight in my 30-plus years of flying. Another thing I never do is check a bag. In case you’re new here, I famously wrote in a newsletter earlier this year that I would “rather die than check a bag.” A flare for the dramatics (I am a Leo after all), I simply lack the patience required to retrieve checked baggage following a flight....

Fire up those basketball fans with some new basketball cheers. I’ve found the Internet to be a good resource for cheers, from sideline chants to half-time cheers, you can find them all online. Cheerleading Tips | Favorite Cheers | Football Cheers | More Cheers Here’s a small sample of what I’ve come across for your use and enjoyment. Add your own special touches to them and get that basketball crowd moving....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.At the end of a trip to Europe during the festive Christmas market season, TPG Senior Points & Miles Contributor Nick Ewen enjoyed a stay at the posh Park Hyatt Zurich. Read on for his impressions.After a terrific week at an Airbnb in Colmar, France (just steps from the town’s fantastic Christmas markets), my wife and I decided to swap practicality for luxury and booked the final two nights of our November vacation at the Park Hyatt Zurich....

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Jump to Recipe Irish whiskey shouldn’t be reserved only for St. Patrick’s day- it’s delicious straight or in mixed drinks year round! There are so many different types of Irish whiskey to choose from, so the key is in finding the type you enjoy most. Everything you need to know about Irish whiskey, the different types, and the most popular brands, can be found right here! What Makes A Great Irish Whiskey?...

Out with Frontier, in with JetBlue.JetBlue has reached a deal to acquire Spirit Airlines, a stunning reversal that now has JetBlue in the driver’s seat to take over the Florida-based budget carrier.Just weeks ago, Spirit appeared likely to merge with fellow ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines. But a deal between those two carriers was officially terminated Wednesday, paving the way for JetBlue’s acquisition that was announced early this morning.Want more airline-specific news?...

Teaching methods that incorporate more than one of the senses have higher rates of success and permanence with students. From birth, you rely heavily on all of your senses to process information when learning. Engaging more than one sense when teaching allows more cognitive connections and associations to be made with a concept. It is for this reason that incorporating music with a math lesson can be a very successful way of teaching a math concept....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.There are thousands of hotel rooms in Honolulu, the vibrant capital of Hawaii. And travelers using points to pay for hotels are spoiled for choice here. Just over a year old, The Laylow is the first Autograph Collection property on Oahu, and it delivers warm, friendly hospitality and a stylish space designed with Instagram in mind. During my stay, I saw a wide range of travelers: families with young children in tow, business travelers overheating in buttoned-up shirts and couples cozying up on the double daybeds by the saltwater pool....

Mobile apps have streamlined the travel experience for me.Whether it’s checking in online, changing my seat assignment or selecting my preferred hotel room, these digital tools reduce touchpoints along the journey, getting me from point A to point B faster, easier and with less stress.Some travel-focused apps accomplish the basics; others are designed for power users, especially budding aviation enthusiasts and those who want to know all the details about their flight and travel experience....