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Does an overwater bungalow on an island in the Indian Ocean sound like your idea of a perfect vacation? With these superb business class deals for flights to the Maldives or Seychelles, you could be flying to a distant island in style for quite the bargain.Both Qatar Airways and Etihad have put business class flights on sale from select U.S. cities to these island nations starting from only $2,178 round-trip. If you haven’t experienced Qatar’s top-rated Qsuites, this could be your chance to indulge in the luxurious experience....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.For 2-days only, JetBlue is offering one-way fares starting at just $39. Numerous JetBlue destinations are included in this promotion. Fare availability varies by route with most promotional fares available starting in early September and ending in mid-November.There are some restrictions with fares offered as part of JetBlue’s latest 2-day sale. All fares are booked into JetBlue’s lowest fare-class which does not include a free checked bag....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Want to see the latest flight deals as soon as they’re published? Follow The Points Guy on Facebook and Twitter, and subscribe to text message alerts from our deals feed, @tpg_alerts.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency such as Orbitz or Expedia, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking....

The first U.S. American Express Centurion Lounge opened in 2013 inside the Las Vegas McCarran airport.It was a big deal. Instead of just offering packaged cheese and crackers and $7 glasses of not-so-tasty wine like most U.S. airline lounges at the time, this new lounge had truly delicious included drinks, above-average hot food, comfy chairs and a cool design. It made me fall in love with our Amex Platinum Card that much more....

A brand-new U.S. airline just landed.Avelo Airlines took to the skies for the first time Wednesday with an hour-long flight from its West Coast base in Burbank (BUR) to Santa Rosa, California (STS).The carrier — the brainchild of former Allegiant Air executive Andrew Levy — is ramping up operations from Burbank over the coming days and weeks, with service to 11 leisure-focused destinations scheduled to launch by mid-summer.Despite launching during the pandemic, Avelo’s rock-bottom fares that start at just $19 could help entice flyers who might be on the fence about traveling....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Penang is one of the three best-known travel destinations in Malaysia, along with Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi. So when my husband JT and I decided we’d be visiting four Malaysian destinations served by Malaysia Airlines besides Kuala Lumpur as part of a status run, Penang was high on our list. As I looked at hotel options, the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang stood out as a budget-friendly option for using JT’s Hilton Honors Diamond elite status and the $250 resort credit that are benefits of his Hilton Honors Aspire Card from American Express....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Paris, the City of Light, has endless hotel options, from predictable mass-produced chains to truly unique boutique properties with beautiful French flair. But what about if you want the best of both worlds? Some character and personalized service combined with the comfort of an international hotel group and status benefits?Enter Curio Collection by Hilton. This is a carefully curated group of independent hotels Hilton has selected and invited to be part of the Curio brand....

Frontier Airlines increased its offer for Spirit Airlines on Friday, less than a week before Spirit shareholders vote on whether to approve the proposed merger between low-cost carriers.The new agreement, which was detailed in an SEC filing late Friday, would see Spirit shareholders get a total of $4.13 in cash per share if the merger is completed, an increase of $2 from the previous offer. Spirit shareholders would additionally still receive shares of Frontier as part of the payment....

Jump to Recipe This gumbo soup recipe with chicken, andouille sausage, and shrimp is a classic Southern comfort dish straight out of Louisiana! This gumbo is great for any day of the week and it is full of Cajun flavor. Ladle your gumbo soup over some white rice and you’ll have a warm and hearty dish everyone will enjoy! Cajun Gumbo Soup Recipe If you’re from the South or you have had the pleasure of visiting, then it is highly likely you’ve tried a steaming bowl of Gumbo....

Years ago, I became (uncharacteristically) absorbed in a show called The Real Housewives of Orange Country. During the first episode, one of the rich guys entered an upscale furniture store and waved a black card at the staff. The employees promptly closed the store to the public and followed him from aisle to aisle, grabbing any exorbitant item at which he pointed.That magical card was the Centurion Card from American Express....

Powerslides are the coolest and fastest way to stop on skateboards. A powerslide is executed when you are skating along, sometimes pretty fast, and spin your board to the side and skid to a stop. It’s very similar to how you stop on a snowboard, except that if you mess up, you eat concrete or pavement instead of snow! Most people have a hard time learning to powerslide, but it’s extremely valuable....

Question: I feel uncomfortable as a girl skater - what should I do? I get e-mails from girls from time to time, asking questions just like this. Skateboarding can be an intimidating place for girls. It can feel like a boy’s club, and that women aren’t allowed. If you are a female skater, you might feel uncomfortable skating in public, or out on the street with the guys. And a lot of women feel nervous about going to skateparks....

As you would expect from a city of 24 million people, Shanghai has no shortage of luxury hotel options, including a newly opened St. Regis, a quirky and colorful W and two Ritz-Carltons. My trip to China was supposed to end with a few days in Lanzhou, but that trip got canceled, giving me the opportunity to check out a new hotel before heading back to the States. I wanted to stay near a friend, so I opted for the Portman Ritz-Carlton in Jingan....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.To say that last year had its ups and downs would be a massive understatement. While guidance around everything from masks to testing to showing proof of vaccination changed several times throughout the year — oftentimes to the dismay of many Americans — it was an undeniably incredible time to sign up for a rewards credit card, as big welcome bonuses were regularly available....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available – View the current offers hereChase Sapphire Preferred Cardholders: Refer A Friend HereEven though it’s been somewhat overshadowed by the more premium (and, naturally, more expensive) Chase Sapphire Reserve, the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card remains a great option for earning Ultimate Rewards points and enjoying some solid travel protections like primary car rental insurance.The Sapphire Preferred’s sign-up bonus is as follows: 50,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening....

Can the dead manipulate electronic devices? Can they reach back through the fabric of time and space, from wherever they are, and influence the workings of our communications devices – our phones – to leave one last message… to say one last goodbye? As fantastic as it seems, the mystery of phone calls from the dead is not an uncommon one. Those who have researched the phenomenon have determined that these calls usually occur within the first 24 hours of the death, but there have been cases in which the calls were received as long as two years after....

Question: What is Gender Non-conforming? The way we express our gender is separate from our sexual orientation, but many people confuse gender and sexuality. What does it mean to be gender non-conforming or identify as a gender non-conformist? Answer: Gender is a tricky thing. When people traditionally think of gender, they think of male and female sex roles. Those who are gender non-conforming shun or ignore the dress, fashion or behavior of their own sex and adopt a sense of style all their own without regard to gender stereotypes or norms....

Jump to Recipe Wondering what to do with extra cookie dough whenever you’ve mixed up a tasty batch of cookies and don’t want to let anything go to waste? Should you freeze it or make other desserts? This helpful guide covers all of the most delicious ways to transform leftover cookie dough! Using Extra Cookie Dough Have you ever had leftover cookie dough after making a batch of cookies and thought what can I do with it?...

Jump to Recipe Here’s what to serve with lamb chops to turn them into an incredibly flavorful and well-balanced dinner any day of the week! From easy vegetable side dishes to creamy potatoes and rich lamb gravy, this list has it all! Keep reading to discover the very best recipes to pair with lamb chops for any occasion! Best Side Dishes To Serve With Lamb Chops Lamb chops are such a versatile protein that is just as suitable for elegant gourmet dinners as they are for a weeknight family dinner at home!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.GroundLink is a business traveler’s best friend — it’s an on-demand black car service with both a convenient app and website to book your pick-up. While it’s more expensive than Uber or Lyft, the drivers are excellent, cars are flawless and there’s always some water and phone chargers waiting for you. Most importantly, though, you’ll have excellent communication with your driver and an easy pick-up and drop-off....