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In the days prior to the pandemic, I was a casual Broadway theatergoer, usually buying tickets to one musical a year; a few more “serious” downtown options filled out my social card.However, after sitting at home for more than a year, I found I really missed the company of live theater — the orchestra, the costumes, the intricate sets. Most importantly, though, I missed the audience of other like-minded people along for the same 360-degree sensory ride that comes from attending a musical on the Great White Way....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Each Sunday, we round up the top deals you might have missed on TPG this week. From flight deals to limited-time bonus offers, here’s what you need to know.Sign up for the free daily TPG newsletter so you don’t miss a thing!Earn 65k United MileagePlus miles(Photo by Daniel Ross/The Points Guy.)New applicants to the United Explorer Card can earn 60k bonus miles after spending $3,000 total on purchases in the first three months, which TPG values at $780....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Each Sunday, we round up the top deals you might have missed on TPG this week. From flight deals to limited-time bonus offers, here’s what you need to know.Elevated Welcome Bonuses on Delta Credit CardsFor a limited time, Amex is offering elevated bonuses on cards such as the Gold Delta SkyMiles® Credit Card from American Express and the Platinum Delta SkyMiles® Credit Card from American Express....

One of the differences between technical and recreational gear is that you use a special “long hose” regulator with your technical scuba gear and a standard regulator setup with recreational gear. Should you just use the long hose configuration all the time? The Difference Between a Long Hose and a Short Hose Regulator Configuration Short Hose Configuration: Almost every recreational diver uses a short, 2-3 foot hose on the regulator he breathes from....

Marriott, the world’s largest hotel chain, is making a bet that hotel guests – at least those at select-service hotels – will continue to demand contactless, automated systems to replace some of the in-person functions that were normal in a pre-COVID-19 world.Today, the chain unveiled two new initiatives aimed at providing guests with more options to limit their interactions with hotel staff during a stay.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter....

Nevada became the latest U.S. state to drop its indoor COVID-19 mask mandate Thursday, affecting resorts, casinos, restaurants, bars and showrooms, including in Las Vegas.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.(Photo by Raimund Koch/Getty Images)Effective Feb. 10, masks are no longer required indoors in Nevada for anyone (regardless of vaccination status), thanks to an updated order issued by Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak....

This year, the holidays looked a lot different.Instead of redeeming points for a beach vacation in the Caribbean, my family and I stayed much closer to home. My future in-laws are avoiding flying during the pandemic, so our vacation options were limited to a roughly 200-mile driving radius around New York City.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.We packed our winter clothes and checked in to a four-night stay at Winvian Farm in Morris, Connecticut, located just two hours outside New York....

Jump to RecipeThese perfectly soft and tender Panqueques Con Dulce De Leche (or Dulce de Leche Crepes) are every caramel-lovers dream come true whether you enjoy them for breakfast or dessert! Roll, fold, or stack your crepes however you like them just make sure to spread plenty of dulce de leche on each crepe, then drizzle even more creamy dulce de leche over the stack! These deliciously tender panqueques con dulce de leche are filled with dulce de leche and rolled, folded, or stacked to perfection!...

Jump to Recipe This pina colada mocktail will give you all of the tropical vibes that you get from a traditional pina colada, but without the alcohol! Sweet coconut, fruity pineapple, and citrusy lime juice come together to make this refreshing and popular drink! Top it with a pineapple wedge and you’re ready to kick back and relax! Best Virgin Pina Colada Mocktail No matter your reasoning, sometimes drinking alcohol is not on the agenda, but you still want to be able to enjoy your favorite drink!...

Welcome to the Southwest Airlines network, Fresno and Santa Barbara.Southwest continued its torrid expansion pace during the pandemic, making those cities the latest new dots on its ever-growing route map as it looks to strengthen its grip on California.The carrier did not specify in its Wednesday announcement when it would begin flying from the cities or to where, saying only service would come during the second quarter of 2021.With the addition of Fresno (FAT) and Santa Barbara (SBA), Southwest has now added 12 new destinations since the pandemic begin....

Jump to Recipe Incredibly tasty stuffing stuffed pork chops combine thick-cut chops with savory Stove Top stuffing for a satisfying family dinner! This easy meal is sure to be a new favorite with its delightfully savory flavors! These easy Stove Top stuffing stuffed pork chops are a flavorful dinner any day of the year! Stuffing isn’t just for turkeys and Thanksgiving anymore! Stop waiting for Thanksgiving to enjoy your stuffing! Stuffing has been pigeon-holed as a one-holiday side dish for too long....

Jump to Recipe These Thanksgiving ham dinner menu ideas are just the recipes you need to serve the ultimate Thanksgiving meal! Turkey often hogs the spotlight on Thanksgiving, but there are no rules about having two main courses. Serve your glazed honey ham with any of these tasty dishes and it will be the star of the show! What To Serve With Thanksgiving Ham With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s time to choose the holiday dinner menu....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.As 2019 winds down, our team is looking at what’s ahead for credit cards in 2020. We saw some major changes in 2019, including the discontinuation of travel and shopping protections on Citi cards, a major upgrade for the American Express® Green Card, a welcome boost in popular credit card rewards structures and an expansion of cards offering cellphone protection....

Authentic Irish soda bread only requires 4 ingredients to make and is perfect for even the beginner bread maker! There is no yeast and no kneading required here! Add the amazing taste of buttermilk and you have an easy bread that everyone will love! Traditional Irish Soda Bread Recipe This simple bread is super tasty! If you start adding anything, then you have a different bread or tea cake entirely, such as ‘spotted dog’....

Update (April 21, 2022): Several readers have reported mixed success getting 500-mile upgrades refunded into cash or miles. American has confirmed that consideration will be given to those who originally purchased or redeemed miles for these coupons. Upgrades earned from a promotion or through flying activity likely won’t be converted.Earlier this year, American Airlines made a big change to the complimentary upgrade process.Historically, only top-tier elite members received free space-available bumps to first class....

These easy air fryer biscuits are delightfully golden, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside! They’re perfect for piling some tasty gravy onto, serving alongside scrambled eggs, or just slathering with a tasty jam or jelly! The easiest biscuits you’ll ever make are these air fryer biscuits! Americans love our biscuits. After all, they’re uniquely ours. From biscuits and gravy to butter and jam-covered biscuits, they’re one of the most diversely used foods in our cuisine....

American Airlines is back with another round of route adjustments.On Friday, the Fort Worth-based carrier unveiled a slew of new leisure-focused routes from its Philadelphia (PHL) hub for the summer schedule.Specifically, the carrier confirmed the following four new routes…Philadelphia (PHL) to Daytona Beach, Florida (DAB)Philadelphia (PHL) to Salt Lake City (SLC)Philadelphia (PHL) to Santiago, Dominican Republic (STI)Philadelphia (PHL) to Traverse City, Michigan (TVC)… and expanded service on the following four routes:Philadelphia (PHL) to Hilton Head, South Carolina (HHH)Philadelphia (PHL) to Key West, Florida (EYW)Philadelphia (PHL) to Nantucket, Massachusetts (ACK)Philadelphia (PHL) to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic (SDQ)Want more airline-specific news?...

It might not be too much longer until Austin officially becomes a focus city for American Airlines.American filed two new, year-round routes from the Texas capital in this week’s schedule adjustment, along with expanded service to two existing destinations. The changes were first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed to TPG by the airline.Beginning on Dec. 16, American will add once-daily flights from Austin (AUS) to Denver (DEN), followed after the winter holidays on Jan....

Amtrak service to Vermont is finally back.Both the Vermonter and Ethan Allen Express services restarted full daily service on Monday, July 19, for the first time in almost 18 months. The restart of train service coincides with the lifting of Vermont’s pandemic-related travel restrictions now that the state has reached over an 80% vaccination rate – the highest in the country.I booked a seat on the first fully restored Vermonter service of 2021 to witness the celebrations and to see what it was like....

Jump to Recipe These Easter brunch ideas include the very best sweet and savory brunch recipes to enjoy on Easter Sunday! From beautifully baked eggs to crowd-pleasing casseroles, all of these dishes can be used to pull off an unforgettable Easter brunch spread. You might even find a few new family favorites on this list! Best Easter Brunch Recipes Whether you are planning for breakfast, lunch, or somewhere in between, these brunch recipes are perfect for sharing with family on Easter Sunday!...