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The Philippines reopened its borders to tourists and eliminated the quarantine mandate for vaccinated travelers. Why not scratch that itch and book yourself a trip to this popular Southeast Asia destination?This latest deal is for flights to the Philippines’ capital city Manila and Cebu from U.S. departure cities Los Angeles, Miami, Newark and New York City. We came across some strong discounts even in this current age of sky-high airfares, and even a few downright blockbuster savings....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.For more TPG news and deals delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter here: https://thepointsguy.com/mailing-list//Here's a deal we don’t see often. We’re seeing flights from New York (JFK) to several Central Asian countries, including Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan starting at just $625 round-trip on Turkish Airlines.Note that some routes include long layovers in Istanbul (IST)....

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.If you missed last week’s Southwest sale, no worries. It’s back, and this week’s deals extend travel dates to Hawaii through early November. Travel dates for discounted fares are as follows:Within the continental US: August 20 – August 29, and September 3 – October 30, 2019....

A common problem on many General Motors cars is the Torque Converter Clutch fails to release and causes the car to stall when it comes to a stop. Most of the time it is a stuck Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) solenoid, but this is not the only cause of this problem. General Motors has issued a few Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) relating to this problem. There is also a specific diagnostic procedure to determine the exact cause of the TCC problem....

Jump to Recipe If you’re looking for ideas to make a romantic dinner for two, I have the most awesome recipes that are guaranteed to impress your date! With your loved one and one of these perfect romantic dishes, you can make dinner at home a special experience! A collection of tasty & impressive dinners that are perfect to share with the one you love on special occasions and date night!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.I tend to fly directly to or from the US on international trips, so I often overlook Air Canada as a possibility when searching for my ticket. That’s not to say I don’t look for awards through its Aeroplan mileage program, which can sometimes present great value despite the sometimes high carrier-imposed fees, change fees and the occasional (but major) devaluation — it’s a great way to search for Star Alliance award availability, for instance....

Frontier Airlines is the latest carrier to unveil a big expansion as the industry continues to recover from the worst of the pandemic.The Denver-based ultra low-cost carrier unveiled 21 new routes on Tuesday that grow its presence in three of its busier bases.“We’re thrilled to continue growing with a new round of 21 nonstop routes that greatly expand our service in three major markets: Atlanta, Dallas and Las Vegas,” Daniel Shurz, Frontier’s senior vice president of commercial, said in a statement....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.American Express offers regular transfer bonuses for some key partner programs, giving cardholders anywhere from 10%-40% additional points or miles when you transfer your Membership Rewards to partner airlines. And a new one just launched today: Now through February 14, 2020, you can receive a 25% bonus on transfers to AeroMexico Club Premier.This is not a targeted bonus and you don’t need to register for it either....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Hawaii flights are on sale again. The cheapest routes originate out of West Coast cities for less than $300 round-trip — between $300 to $800 cheaper than usual, according to Google Flights.Sign up for the free daily TPG newsletter for more travel tipsThe only drawback is that many of these fares begin in basic economy. Basic economy means different things to different airlines, but you may not have free use of the overhead bins for a carry-on bag, and you probably won’t be able to select your seat, get an upgrade or earn PQM/PQS/PQDs....

The world’s largest active volcano is showing signs it could erupt for the first time in nearly four decades.Mauna Loa, located in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, is currently in a state of heightened unrest, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. It’s a level the 14,000-plus-foot volcano entered on Sept. 22 after scientists began tracking an increased number of earthquakes on the mountain.While geologists do not believe an eruption is imminent, it’s certainly possible one could be coming....

I’m currently onboard Celebrity Millennium. That might not mean anything to someone who’s unfamiliar with cruising, but this sailing is significant because it’s the first large, mainstream ship to allow American passengers back onboard since the COVID-19 pandemic forced an industry shutdown more than 15 months ago.For more cruise news, reviews and tips, sign up for TPG’s new cruise newsletter.Cruising is back for Americans. We’ve missed these kinds of views. (Photo by Ashley Kosciolek/The Points Guy)Why it mattersThis first voyage of Celebrity Millennium kicks off the rebirth of an industry that has had to fight its way back from “floating petri dish” stereotypes and financial burdens that have caused cruise lines to take on billions of dollars in debt and scrap old hardware....

The human voice can be a powerful instrument, as evidenced by these famous jazz singers. Ever since the days of early jazz and swing, jazz vocalists and instrumentalists have influenced each other’s phrasing and melodic conceptions. Ranging from raspy to smooth, from conveying poetic lyrics to gibberish scatting, jazz vocals add another layer of texture and complexity to performances. Here is a short list of great jazz singers that will introduce you to the world of vocal jazz....

Jump to RecipeHearty, creamy Leftover Turkey Tetrazzini is a baked pasta dinner with turkey, mushrooms, bacon and bread crumb topping that will please the whole family! Our family loves this quick casserole dish whenever it’s made. Use your leftover oven roasted turkey, or chicken, for an easy weeknight family dinner. This fantastic Leftover Turkey Tetrazzini baked pasta dish is an easy family dinner after all of the holiday cooking! Leftover Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe After all of our holiday cooking, we really love our fuss-free leftover turkey meals....

It’s official. There’s a new airline in the U.S.Avelo Airlines — one of two start-ups launching this year — commenced commercial service on Wednesday, with a round-trip flight from Burbank (BUR) to Santa Rosa (STS), California, departing around 10:30 a.m. local time.There was plenty of fanfare at Wednesday’s inaugural. Both the outbound and return flights sold out within minutes of tickets going on sale roughly three weeks ago. Fares started at just $19....

Jump to Recipe Cooking Your Frozen Chicken Patties In An Air Fryer is quite possibly the best method ever for turning out perfectly crispy and juicy chicken patties! They’re delicious when air-fried, not soggy at all, and they cook up super FAST!! It’s sure to be a new quick and easy favorite for your family too! Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Patties Chicken sandwiches are a great alternative to having burgers and they are healthier too!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Last year, we told you how Wyndham Rewards was expanding its program so you could redeem your points at its more than 17,000 condos and vacation homes. The addition of vacation properties to its portfolio increased the number of total Wyndham Rewards properties to more than 25,000 options. And, for a limited time, Wyndham Rewards is making redemptions significantly more valuable with its 72-hour flash sale....

Single Parents’ Day takes place each year on March 21. This is a day of celebration where we honor and applaud the hard work single parents perform every day when raising their children. The International Vice President of Membership for Parents Without Partners, Mary Anne Britton, says that Single Parents’ Day is a day for “honoring the single parent who is basically doing double duty” and “giving them some respect.”...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here – Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit CardAt the end of last year, the TPG team decided it was time to re-visit the Maldives, one of the world’s most aspirational destinations, especially for those with hotel points. The island nation has a dizzying number of high-end points properties to choose from, with many having opened in the last couple of years....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Southwest Airlines flights to Hawaii are on sale. Say no more.As part of the airline’s current promotion, there are discounted fares to Hawaii from the continental United States. Flights are cheapest from the West Coast – between Oakland and Honolulu, or San Jose and Maui, fares are as low as $139 one-way or $278 round-trip.We’ve found a good number of discounted flights from January to May, which is perfect for a last-minute escape from winter, a Valentine’s Day getaway (Southwest is known as the LUV carrier) or a spring treat for yourself before the kids get out of school....

Halloween isn’t the only night when the supernatural rules. There’s a penetrating chill in the wind. The bright moon rises behind the shivering, nearly naked trees. A profound sense of foreboding permeates the darkness. This is the night, after all, when witches ride their broomsticks through the sky, and the natural world is forced to confront the powers of the supernatural. No, it isn’t October 31 and this is not Halloween....