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Before booking any travel, be sure to keep up to date with our country-by-country guide to pandemic-era travel restrictions and requirements.Mauritius is a small island in the Indian Ocean and home to a handful of affordably priced points hotels, something that’s hard to find in many far-flung luxury destinations like Bora Bora or the Maldives.One of those reasonably-priced options is the Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa, located in the western part of the island, flush against the sea with breathtaking views of the mountains in the distance....

Jump to Recipe This flavorful leftover lamb curry is one of my absolute favorite ways to use up leftover lamb roast from a Sunday dinner or holiday meal! My lamb curry recipe calls for simple ingredients that make it perfect for a fuss-free weeknight dinner! Leftover Lamb Curry Recipe Curry is warm and comforting with an enticing smell from aromatic herbs and spices, and it’s even more delicious when made with lamb!...

Jump to Recipe If you run into needing a great parsley substitute in any recipe, you can read about all of the very best alternatives you can swap on the fly! They’ll work wonderfully for preserving the flavor of any number of dishes seamlessly! This versatile herb, whether fresh or dried, is much more than just garnish! While a little sprig of parsley is most popular for garnishing dishes, it has many other purposes in the kitchen....

These vanilla cupcakes are a moist, fluffy, and tasty dessert that can easily be enjoyed for any occasion! They are so delicious and simple to make that this is going to become the only vanilla cupcake recipe you’ll ever need! Top them with your favorite flavor of frosting and then watch them disappear! Easy Homemade Vanilla Cupcake Recipe These vanilla cupcakes are ridiculously easy to make and create a perfectly moist and fluffy cupcake every time!...

It’s on the other side of the world, but it’s an out-of-this-world Disney experience. The Tokyo Disney Resort is composed of two terrific theme parks, three Disney-owned deluxe hotels, and six official hotels, all connected by a monorail loop and to a rail link to the rest of Tokyo. I tried to get into one of the deluxe hotels, but even booking two months in advance while willing to pay Disney World Grand Floridian hotel prices, discovered they were sold all out....

This blue cheese burger is juicy, loaded with flavor, and features tangy blue cheese crumbles in the patty and as a topping! You can make it on the stovetop or the grill and will have a perfectly cooked burger every time! Trust me, if you’re a fan of blue cheese then this is a burger you will never forget! Best Blue Cheese Burger Recipe There’s something about blue cheese that really just makes a burger feel sophisticated and gourmet....

Jump to Recipe These family dinner ideas for Valentine’s day are the perfect way to enjoy a nice, home-cooked meal with the entire family! Valentine’s day isn’t only for couples- you can still enjoy an outstanding dinner on this special occasion, even with the kids! All of these recipes are suitable for at least 4 people, packed with flavor, and are a great way to show your family how much you love them!...

Jump to Recipe A perfectly grilled cowboy ribeye steak makes for a hearty steak dinner right out of any steak lover’s dreams! With a nice char on the outside and a tender, medium-rare inside, this will be your new favorite way to make a bone-in ribeye! Nothing beats a juicy bone-in ribeye that’s grilled to perfection! Once you fire up the grill, you can have a delicious ribeye dinner in minutes!...

Knowing how to frost a cake can be the real difference between a standard cake and an unforgettable show-stopping dessert! From preparation to decoration, I will be walking you through the cake frosting process step-by-step! Whether you are a beginner baker or have some experience, this guide will help take your cakes to the next level! Guide To Frosting A Cake For Beginners Frosting a cake can easily seem like an intimidating task, even for experienced bakers!...

Jump to Recipe These easy Instant Pot chicken thighs are superbly tender, juicy, and moist each and every time you make them! They’re perfect as a main dish of their own, tossed with pasta and sauce, cooled and cubed for salads, or shredded for sandwiches, and more! Tasty, tender, and juicy chicken thighs are ready in just minutes in your instant pot! Hearty, flavorful chicken that can be served with any main dish!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.It looks like we might have one last 100% buy miles bonus from US Airways before the end of the year, though this one is more of a tiered bonus - the more miles you buy the bigger your bonus. Here’s how it works:Buy 10,000 - 19,000 Dividend Miles, get a 50% BonusBuy 20,000 - 29,000 Dividend Miles, get a 75% BonusBuy 30,000 - 50,000 Dividend Miles, get a 100% BonusSo in order to get the whole bonus, you need to buy at least 30,000 miles....

Travelers will need to wait a little bit longer to enjoy Newark’s stunning new Terminal A.The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which oversees Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), announced on Monday that it was delaying the opening of the new $2.7 billion facility.The 1-million-square-foot terminal, which was originally slated to open on Thursday, Dec. 8, will now welcome flyers beginning early next year. The delay was blamed on some last-minute operational readiness tests related to the facility’s fire alarms and security systems....

These super easy Oven Roasted Potatoes are delightfully crispy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth fluffy and tender inside! They’re super versatile from adding your favorite seasoning and herbs, to what to serve them alongside to round out an amazing family meal! These crispy potatoes are anything but your average roasted potatoes! Roasted potatoes are a classic American dish. Whether you’re serving these crispy potatoes as a holiday side or side dish for a weekday dinner, these roasted russet potatoes pack a powerful punch that you won’t soon forget!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.After talking about it for months, my wife and I recently took a trip to Puerto Rico. It was perfect timing, as we arrived during the San Sebastián Festival in San Juan. It just so happened to be a great opportunity to put the perks of the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card to use.Hotel selection for our travel dates was limited due to the festival....

Jump to RecipeThis Asian-inspired Red Miso Roasted Cauliflower is packed with the hearty, rich flavor you would expect from kicking it up a notch with red miso paste! Better yet, this is a quick side dish for any meal…mix up your sauce and toss some cauliflower to coat it, then roast until perfectly browned (and just a touch crispy!). As if you need an excuse to make up this perfect side dish, it is a great way to use up any miso paste that you may have on hand....

This no-knead Rustic Bread is an easy-to-make tasty bread with a delightful crust and the perfect amount of chewiness! Mix up your dough, let it rise, then turn it out and shape it with as little handling as possible for a super all-purpose bread that the whole family will love! Rustic Bread Recipe (Easiest Ever No-Knead Method) When it comes to bread baking, I love simple homemade bread recipes like this easy no-knead rustic bread!...

By now, you’ve likely read numerous TPG stories about the benefits of TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, which help travelers expedite their way through the security and customs lines, respectively, at airports.Because Global Entry includes membership in TSA PreCheck, we strongly advise applying for Global Entry to gain access to both, especially for frequent international travelers.As a refresher, Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection program that allows expedited clearance for preapproved, low-risk travelers returning to the U....

A Luther Lassiter owned, George Balabushka crafted pool cue, joins the ranks of fabulous pool cues hitting auctions this year. This one is close to the coveted title of the most expensive pool cue ever. Luther “Wimpy” Lassiter’s pride and joy, a George Herman Balabushka custom cue, was posted on eBay.com for a starting bid of $45,000.00 US. Why so much money? First, Lassiter is arguably the greatest 9-Ball player of all time....

This July, United Airlines will operate 80% of its U.S. schedule compared with the same period in 2019 — a big boost to near-pre-pandemic levels, at least when it comes to domestic flights.As part of its latest update, United will adjust the timing of flights to, from and through its hubs at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), in an effort to make connections more convenient for flyers....

Wyndham Hotels and Resorts has decided to throw its hat in the increasingly crowded ring of luxury hotel brands.On Wednesday, the chain formally introduced its newest – and most upscale – brand: Registry Collection Hotels.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.As its name would suggest, this brand is a collection, meaning it will be comprised predominantly of independent hotels united under Wyndham’s quality standards and loyalty program....