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Following its successful U.S. restart, Princess Cruises will host a themed “The Love Boat” sailing in honor of late actor Gavin MacLeod, who died in May 2021.MacLeod played Captain Merrill Stubing on the popular television show, which aired for more than a decade, beginning in the late 1970s. Part of the series was filmed on Princess’ Island Princess and now-retired Pacific Princess, and the line often hosts themed voyages for fans....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.When things are too good to be true in this hobby, don’t expect them to last forever. One such credit card perk finally met its end in 2018: the free night certificate that the old IHG credit card used to offer (valid at any IHG property in exchange for a very modest $49 annual fee). This change came about when Chase introduced the new IHG Rewards Premier Credit Card, which offers an annual free night certificate but caps it at 40,000 points....

If there’s one type of song that humans seem to crave decade after decade it is the ever popular love song. Mellow or upbeat, mushy or filled with angst; whatever the tempo or the lyrical content; love songs remain attuned to our musical tastes. Many of you may have grown up listening to oldies music—including songs from the Billie Holliday, Irving Berlin, and Rodgers and Hammerstein—thanks to the diverse musical tastes of your parents....

Editor’s note: This article is part of a weekly column to answer your toughest credit card questions. If you would like to ask us a question, tweet us at @thepointsguy, message us on Facebook or email us at info@thepointsguy.com.When you have multiple credit cards, annual fees start adding up – and balancing which cards to use on which purchases can get hectic. That’s why it’s important to make sure that any new credit cards you’re adding to the mix provide enough value to be worth it....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Currently, American Express is running a targeted promotion where you can earn double American Express Membership Rewards points for shopping at participating businesses with your Amex Everyday card and the Amex Everyday Preferred card.Get 2X points for small business shopping with your Amex EveryDay cardIf you’ve been targeted for the promotion, you should have received an email, but even if not you can still try to register here and see if it works–it’s worth a shot....

Making your own Homemade Fondant (without marshmallows) is an easy way to make better-than-store-bought fondant that tastes great covering any cake! So easy and tasty, this homemade fondant is a super way to make your cakes even better! Fondant Recipe (without Marshmallows) I’ve also added my homemade marshmallow fondant recipe! Either fondant recipe is a really tasty and fun way to decorate cakes and cupcakes - or make edible craft projects with your kids!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.The 10th anniversary of the US Travel Association’s Daily Getaways deals kicked off last week with a bang. On the first day, 100 million IHG points were up for sale for 0.5 cents each, and those got scooped up by the end of the day. Similarly, Vegas packages, Alamo car rental certificates and Universal Express tickets have all flown off of the shelf....

See Also:• Anti-Gun Memes and Cartoons• Latest Late-Night Jokes• Political Cartoons of the Week"Maybe this is crazy, but I think the right to own a gun is trumped by the right not to be shot by one." -Andy Borowitz"Maybe I’m a dreamer, but I wish mental health care was as easy to get as, say, a gun." -Andy Borowitz"Make no mistake – they’re coming for our guns. And we freedom-loving gun lovers are totally defenseless!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Today, I want to share a story from TPG reader Alex, who neglected a lucrative payment option for years:For the last four years I’ve been living in an apartment and paying my rent by check. Last month, I asked if there was any chance I could pay the rent with a credit card, and they said yes! What’s more, they said there wouldn’t be any fee for paying with a credit card....

It’s happened to almost all of us. We’re driving along, and all of a sudden realize that we’ve just navigated our vehicle over fresh road paint. Now that bright yellow stuff is splattered not just underneath the car but also up and along the side. Is it possible to remove the paint yourself, or are you doomed to paying a professional to handle it, which could entail the expense of sanding and repainting?...

One week into his new job as chief executive officer of Marriott International, Anthony “Tony” Capuano issued his first public comments in a statement entitled “Stop Asian Hate.“Mr. Capuano’s statement comes during a turbulent period for the United States, which has seen a rise in violent attacks against Asian-American people for no reason other than their race.As reported by The New York Times, a 36-year-old man of Asian descenft was stabbed in Manhattan and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition....

Jump to Recipe Forget bland chicken breasts, instead, try my million dollar baked chicken breast that is covered in melted cheese and has tons of flavor! With crispy bacon and 3 different cheeses, you’ll never have boring chicken for dinner again! Cheesy Million Dollar Chicken If you’re wondering why it’s called ‘million-dollar baked chicken breast’, it’s because it tastes like a million bucks! It’s also so easy to throw together, that you’ll feel like you hit the jackpot....

The Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is poised to receive a major transformation in the coming years.The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which manages the airport, announced on Monday the selection of a master planner responsible for developing a plan to modernize the Newark airport.Global transportation planner Arup in partnership with SOM will be charged with executing the Port Authority’s redevelopment ambitions. Arup and SOM have worked on countless aviation projects in the past at major airports such as John F....

Jump to RecipeThis No Bake Strawberry Cream Pie is so much fun, I get to play with graham crackers, jello, and whipped cream as well as snacking on the fresh strawberries while I slice them! Scrumptious and perfect for any occasion or time of the year, this No Bake Strawberry Cream Pie is delicious! Better yet, it’s even more fun to eat! I love the cinnamon graham cracker crust and the jello cream layer with the cut strawberries in it, plus the whipped cream layer makes for stunning slices and a very complimentary fork full of flavors....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.It’s time for a shopping spree.Saks Fifth Avenue is having a 20% off sale on all Tumi products, which means that carry-on spinner you’ve had your eye on is finally a little more within reach. There’s a host of items available for a discounted rate, ranging from card cases and wallets to luggage tags, backpacks and more, so you’ll want to act sooner rather than later as many items are likely to sell out....

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 11 p....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Compared to any of the other transferrable points programs, Marriott Rewards partners with many more airline loyalty schemes, even more than American Express and Chase combined.One of its 45 transfer partners is TAP Air Portugal, a Star Alliance carrier that’s been quickly expanding in the last few months.TAP’s Miles and Go program is currently running a sale on all award flights, it’s offering 50% off flights to any destination in both business and economy....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Last month, United announced it was celebrating 90 years by giving away 90,000 miles to 90 people through the United Airlines at 90 Sweepstakes. And now, the airline is celebrating 35 years of its United MileagePlus program. In honor of the milestone, United is offering discounted round-trip flights to Hawaii — but only if you book today. The deal is good for travel between June 1 and November 18, 2016....

On certain flights, Spanish flag carrier Iberia flies big wide-body aircraft on the short-haul route between Madrid and London, mainly for cargo purposes.This gave the TPG UK team the opportunity to jump on board and experience Iberia’s three different long-haul classes at the same time. The team had first hoped to be onboard the newer Airbus A350 aircraft, but a last-minute aircraft swap hours before the flight meant the team were shifted onto an almost equally large but slightly older Airbus A330-300 aircraft....

Born in the early 20th century, modern dance is a dance style that focuses on a dancer’s own interpretations instead of structured steps, as in traditional ballet dancing. Modern dancers reject the limitations of classical ballet and favor movements derived from the expression of their inner feelings. During the 1900’s, European dancers began rebelling against the rigid rules of classical ballet. Turning against the structured techniques, costumes, and shoes of ballet, these dancers favored a more relaxed, freestyle form of dancing....