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Sometimes a memory comes out of nowhere and transports you to another dimension. That type of time travel happened to me in the middle of a TPG meeting last week.I was suddenly seven years old again, standing in a motel parking lot. It had to be somewhere on the way to Florida since that was the annual road trip we used to take. That was basically the only travel we did and, in those days, our accommodations were of the Days Inn or Super 8 variety....

Delta Air Lines is no stranger to turf wars.The Atlanta-based carrier has historically defended its leading positions in many of its hubs, and now the airline is about to do the same in Detroit.Delta will add a new route from the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to the Keflavik Airport (KEF) near Reykjavik, Iceland, beginning on May 15, 2023. The new flight will operate seasonally throughout the summer and will end on Oct....

United Airlines led the charge early in the pandemic to permanently eliminate change fees.At the time, the Chicago-based carrier permanently dropped the pesky $200 (or more) surcharge for making modifications to an itinerary, including voluntary cancellations.While the news triggered an industry-wide competitive response, all major airlines excluded one type of ticket from the new flexible policies: basic economy.Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free new biweekly Aviation newsletter!These deep-discount fares were first introduced well before the pandemic to better compete with the ultra-low-cost carriers (or so the legacy airlines say)....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Credit card pitches have become an increasingly common feature of American Airlines flights, with what can be very aggressive announcements by flight attendants.American Airlines has credit card deals with both Barclays and with Citi. Citi has the rights to pitch in Admirals Clubs, while Barclays gets all inflight pitching rights. That means you see ads for the Barclaycard AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite Mastercard on inflight entertainment systems and in the airline magazines....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Glamping is the hippest new trend in the travel world. Why stay in a hotel when you can get all the amenities of a luxurious property while in a out-of-the-ordinary glamping experience. And better yet, why camp among the mosquitos and other outdoor pests when everything can be catered to your every need — not a bug in sight....

The first time I traveled to London, I was 21 years old.It was right before my senior year of college, and I was studying abroad for a summer semester. It was one of the highlights of my academic career: I made a great fuss about reading British literature in all the parks and gardens, visiting the array of free museums and galleries, wandering around Spitalfields and satisfying my appetite with complimentary samples at Borough Market....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.I greatly enjoyed reading through the entries of the “Stretch your Starpoints” promotion we ran last week. I am always amazed at my readers’ creativity and if you didn’t get a chance, check out the entries in the comments section of this post. I spent several hours on Saturday reviewing the top entries that provided the most bang per point and that were original and I’m happy to announce the following two winners....

Jump to Recipe These baked BBQ short ribs have a smokey, sweet taste with a delectable, tender texture that will leave you wanting more! They are the best entrée for a picnic or a fun BBQ dinner with friends and family! Succulent, sweet, and savory - these baked BBQ short ribs hit the spot every time! Baked BBQ short ribs are never short on flavor and always impress! With just 5 ingredients, these baked BBQ short ribs are easy to make, tender, and flavorful....

Jump to Recipe Fabulously rich and creamy eggnog is a well-loved Christmas tradition and it’s surprisingly easy to make the best homemade eggnog!! This cooked eggnog turns out delightfully creamy, flavorful, and just amazing! It’s the perfect cup of holiday cheer to cozy up with on the couch while enjoying time with family and friends! Incredibly tasty homemade eggnog is a classic holiday treat that everyone will love! Making eggnog is part of a wonderful family tradition during the holidays!...

Question: How Do I Create a Unique Painting Style? I have been painting a year or so and have yet to find my own particular style. Is it to be drawing, acrylics, oils, people, buildings, animals, landscapes, paintings from photos, or a host of other subjects I have studiously noted down? I have tried my hand at most except for portraits. I just get so confused and end up doing very little....

This dirty rice recipe is full of Cajun flavor, hearty meat, and lots of aromatic veggies to make a super quick and delicious dinner! So, whip up an easy batch of dirty rice and let the good times roll! My dirty rice is fluffy, hearty, and full of incredible Louisiana flavor! If you’re anything like me, you’re a sucker for rich, amazingly delicious Louisiana Cajun dishes. This incredible dirty rice is no exception!...

Cherry pie bars are a delicious fruit dessert that is perfect for serving a crowd at any get-together! The sweet vanilla glaze requires only 3 ingredients and is perfect for topping off the golden buttery crust stuffed with cherry pie filling. Bring these cherry pie squares to a party, gathering, or potluck and all of your guests will want to know the recipe! Best Cherry Pie Bars Recipe Cherry pie squares are a delicious dessert treat to share with a crowd of friends!...

Jump to RecipeThis super easy and delightfully tangy Lemon Pepper Chicken Marinade combines fresh lemon juice and zest with olive oil, garlic, pepper, and salt for a vibrant and tasty chicken dinner! The marinade takes just minutes to mix and combine with your chicken but imparts so much amazing flavor that this chicken is anything but boring! Delicious lemon pepper chicken is super easy to make with this fresh and tangy marinade!...

This easy, wholesome meatloaf with oatmeal may be an old-school recipe, but that doesn’t mean it’s not still amazingly delicious! Tender ground beef is blended with seasoning and oats, then baked with a classic ketchup glaze- it’s the perfect traditional meatloaf. Meatloaf With Oatmeal Recipe I love meatloaf! It’s a classic way to use ground beef and it’s always hearty and delicious! This vintage meatloaf with oatmeal recipe is a tasty take that reminds me of grandma’s meatloaf!...

Sometimes people think friends are only useful when they are lonely, but when they meet a new romantic interest they ignore their pals. Is this normal? Should you be offended if this happens to you? It’s natural for your friend to get excited about a new love interest, and therefore devote most of their free time to them in the beginning. However, like anything in life, balance is the key. So if your friend is consistently dumping you (meaning that they no longer return calls, can’t be bothered to reply to text or email, or even standing you up) when they meet someone new, this is a problem....

We’re heading into one of the busiest travel weeks of the year, with concerns about the COVID-19 omicron variant, new lockdowns, and fears of operational meltdowns and weather-induced flight delays weighing heavy on airline passengers’ minds.Totally stress-free journeys are unlikely this week. And there are important steps to take if your flight is delayed or canceled. But if you do find yourself in this situation this week, there are at least two companies that will be standing by with free food and drink offers....

“O Fortuna” is a medieval poem that inspired German composer Carl Orff to write the cantata “Carmina Burana,” one of the most well-known works of the 20th century. It’s been used for TV commercials and movie soundtracks, and it is frequently performed by professional musicians around the world. Despite its acclaim, many people don’t know much about the cantata, its composer, or its link to Nazi Germany. The Composer Carl Orff (July 10, 1895–March 29, 1982) was a German composer and educator who is best known for his research into how children learn music....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.While you may not be earning American Airlines’ Executive Platinum or Delta Diamond Medallion status, National Car Rental has launched a promotion where you can easily earn top-tier elite status with the car rental company.From now through Jan. 31, 2019, any American Express cardholder can earn National Executive Elite status after paying for just one car rental with their Amex card....

One of the easier and more common major scales is the F major scale. F major is a frequently used key and a good one to get familiar with early on. The key of F major has one flat, so the notes of an F major scale are F, G, A, B♭, C, D and E. All the open strings are notes of the scale, making this key particularly nice on the bass....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.TPG Special Contributor Eric Rosen spends about six months of the year on the road, much of that traveling abroad for weeks at a time. Over the years, he has come up with a handy checklist that makes traveling international easier and more efficient. Here are his tips.When it comes to travel, heading abroad is an entirely different animal from your typical family beach vacation....