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Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.If you’re thinking about traveling to Europe this spring, I have some great deals for you. We’re seeing business-class flights from the West Coast, including Los Angeles (LAX), Portland (PDX) and Seattle (SEA) to several cities in Europe starting at just $1,890 round-trip.All tickets include one stop both ways on airlines like Swiss, Lufthansa and United. I’m seeing the best deals throughout April 2020....

Times Square is filled with tourists, Broadway theatergoers and a parade of office workers (or at least the ones who still go into the office these days). Often called “The Crossroads of the World,” it’s a vibrant, bustling part of the city that’s a must-see for first-timers and a must-avoid for grizzled New Yorkers.Visitors pay a premium to stay here, often in oversized hotels like the mammoth Marriott Marquis — one of the most popular redemptions in the Bonvoy program....

Most major airlines have adjusted to the reality of the pandemic by pivoting to flying where people are actually going.That means fewer flights on key business routes, like New York to Chicago, in favor of more leisure-oriented service to outdoor destinations.In its latest route network adjustment, Delta’s done exactly that. The Atlanta-based carrier is boosting its presence in warm-weather destinations, likely hoping to capture some of the leisure demand that’s still flying during the pandemic....

Grilled acorn squash is a nutritious and delicious vegetable side dish that is ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes! You can choose to make this versatile squash either sweet or savory to suit your preferred taste. Plus, its natural flavors make it pair well with virtually anything! Best Grilled Acorn Squash Acorn squash is one of my favorite winter squashes (even though it belongs to the same family as summer squash)....

Jump to Recipe This edible Christmas cookie gift box is made from cut-out sugar cookies and assembled into a decorative box that’s a gift of its’ own! Fill your gift box with candy, meringues, cookies, small gifts, or gift cards to surprise your sugar cookie fanatics in the family! DIY Christmas Gift Box Project The most wonderful time of the year is rapidly approaching, and with that on the horizon, I always think of childhood memories....

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Learning to drop in at the skatepark or on a ramp is one of the hardest things to master in skateboarding. Not because it takes so much skill, but because it takes a lot of will and guts. However, if you are going to learn to ride at the skatepark or on a ramp, you will need to learn to get comfortable dropping in on your skateboard. 01 of 08...

Italian ricotta cookies are super soft, moist, and an incredibly easy-to-make classic holiday cookie that’s also amazingly delicious! Tender, sweet, yet slightly tangy cookies are covered with a bright lemon glaze and then topped with festive sprinkles! Moist, tender, and melt in your mouth – these cookies are going to be a new favorite! Easy Italian Ricotta Cookies Recipe Cookies are undoubtedly one of the best parts of the holiday season!...

Jump to Recipe This simple Pork Dry Rub blends a touch of brown sugar sweetness with flavorful spices for amazingly tasty results! Whether you’re roasting, grilling, pan-searing, or smoking pork, you’ll love the way this dry rub combines common ingredients for an extra special touch! This sensational spice blend is so flavorful and easy to make! This fantastic dry rub is great for all types of pork cuts and chicken too!...

After all that worry about Transportation Security Administration screeners, Customs and Border Protection officers and vaccine mandates, it looks like most are getting their shots after all.The Department of Homeland Security on Monday posted a detailed update on its compliance with the Biden administration’s vaccination executive order, and all of its agencies boast a greater than 90% compliance.Want more airline-specific news? Sign up for TPG’s free new biweekly Aviation newsletter!The TSA’s compliance rate is 93%....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.The 2019 TPG Awards just wrapped up, and like the inaugural ceremony, it was a night to remember. From the special honors for Beverley Bass and Katherine Johnson to memorable appearances from Selene Saavedra Roman and Amin from Rainbow Railroad, the evening was a terrific experience for everyone in attendance.Of course, the ceremony was also a chance to highlight the best travel providers, credit cards and loyalty programs in 2019, many of which were chosen directly by you, our TPG readers....

If you’ve priced a Holland America cruise in recent weeks, you might have noticed something different. The storied line has added new fares to its reservation system that bundle together lots of “extras” like drinks and WiFi access that normally come with an additional charge.The new “Have It All” fares, as the line is calling them, include a bunch of things that Holland America customers have found bundled into fares in the past as part of short-term promotions....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Editor’s note: This post as been updated with new information provided by Chase on 2/5/20.Chase has announced an expansion of its partnership with the Tock culinary reservation platform. Later this year, Chase Sapphire, Freedom and Ink cardholders will have access to a new dining page within the Chase mobile app that will be integrated with Tock’s platform. You’ll be able to browse, book and use Ultimate Rewards points to pay for unique dining experiences at restaurants, bars, pop-ups and wineries....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.As part of its Black Friday promotion Accor Hotels is offering 40% off room rates at more than 2,800 hotels across the world. This is a pretty great offer and includes a range of high to mid-range hotels. Here are the details:Promotion valid through Dec. 3, 2019Book for stays from Jan. 15, 2020 to March 20, 2020, except in Asia Pacific (excluding China), where it’s valid until April 30, 2020Only available to members of Le Club AccorHotels and Business PlusThough Le Accor isn’t as well known in the U....

With Christmas only a couple of weeks away, airlines are now gearing up for what they anticipate will be the busiest holiday travel period since the pandemic.While the 2022 Thanksgiving travel period became the busiest following the pandemic, airlines are expecting the Christmas and New Year’s holiday travel season will see even more people taking to the skies. United Airlines, for example, forecasts 8.3 million people will fly with the airline, an increase of 1....

The pandemic continues to upend many traditional holiday celebrations, but airlines around the country won’t let that keep them from hosting seasonal events to support the communities they serve and the organizations they support. Here’s a round-up of what carriers have been hosting this year.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.Alaska AirlinesSpokane Fantasy Flight (Photo by Harriet Baskas)The Spokane Fantasy Flight and airline partner Alaska Airlines marked a 25th anniversary this weekend by flying 58 kids from the region’s homeless and at-risk youth populations, along with their escort elves, to the North Pole, a magical wonderland created by local volunteers inside a hangar....

[tpg_rating tpg-rating-score=“63” ground-experience=“6” cabin-seat=“7” amens-ife=“13” food-bev=“15” service=“22” pros=“Decent IFE selection, functional Wi-Fi, at least the seat wasn’t angle-flat.” cons=“No privacy or storage space, no direct aisle access, poor food quality.” /]Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.During a recent trip to Hawaii, I had the opportunity to relive my college years. No, I’m not talking about the booze I had on Maui and Oahu, but rather the business-class flight I took from Denver to Maui on United’s Boeing 777-200, which features a hard product that was so outdated and cramped that I felt like I was back in my college dorm room....

Despite the upcoming winter holidays, American Airlines’ route planning department isn’t taking any time off.Over the weekend, the Fort Worth-based airline loaded a major schedule update for 2021 flying, a move designed to “match anticipated demand” for next year, according to a carrier spokesperson.The route-map shakeup will see American drop four international cities, three of which are permanent. American also will add a host of domestic and short-haul international flights, many of which we’ll discuss below....

American Airlines continues to make changes to the upgrade process.The latest move includes a revamped process for clearing waitlisted upgrades in the minutes before boarding begins.While complimentary upgrades theoretically start clearing as early as a few days before departure (depending on your status level), in many cases, you’ll need to wait until boarding begins to see if you get a bump, especially if you have a lower tier of status.For more TPG points tips and news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter....

Jump to Recipe Don’t worry about finding a browning sauce substitute when I’ve done the hard work of gathering the best alternatives for you! Perhaps you need the rich brown color of browning sauce added to get a recipe just right, or maybe you need the savory, smoky flavor. Either way, you have plenty of browning sauce substitutes to choose from! The Best Substitutes for Browning Sauce There are many reasons that you may reach for a substitute while cooking....