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Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Citi is a TPG advertising partnerJust a friendly reminder that the 75,000 mile sign-up bonuses for the Citi American Express and Visa American Airlines cards are still active. You can (like I did) apply for both on the same day and you’ll only have 1 inquiry hit your credit. Both have the annual fees waived for the first year, and have $1,500 and $4,000 spend requirements respectively....

You don’t need Marty McFly’s DeLorean to travel back in time to the 1980s.You just need to book a stay at the El Cortez hotel’s Jackie Gaughan suite – a $1,000-per-night space that’s frozen in time.For the latest travel news and tips, subscribe to TPG’s daily e-mail newsletter.Steeped in history(Photo courtesy of Chris Wessling)The El Cortez Hotel, located off iconic Fremont Street, is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year. It’s one of the oldest and longest continuously operating hotels and casinos in Las Vegas and part of the historic downtown Las Vegas skyline....

Australia and New Zealand had long enjoyed vibrant music scenes before the ’80s broke, but the decade that brought new wave seemed especially kind to artists from Down Under locales. Artists like INXS, The Church, Crowded House, Rick Springfield and Men at Work combined quirk and a tuneful approach to guitar-based rock to establish a solid niche among the decade’s many sounds. The two Down Under island nations contributed a wide array of styles and demonstrated unique tinges of eclecticism, all of which rounded out the decade and filled it with richness and character....

A lot of people wonder about the average coming out age. These days it is lower than ever. But just because it is lower, this doesn’t mean that coming out as a middle schooler or high schooler will be a good idea for everyone. In many places, the average age to come out will be much higher and coming out younger simply won’t feel safe for many younger people. What the Research Shows...

Jump to RecipeThis white bread recipe using a simple straight dough method is the simplest method of making kneaded yeast bread. This is an easy homemade white bread to make where all ingredients for the bread, using a straight dough, are combined at the beginning. Simply Delicious! Fresh, Homemade White Bread. [lwptoc hideItems=“0”] White Bread Recipe The method variations that we followed in the video demonstration are noted below, and will result in a more flavorful bread with just the right amount of crust!...

If you’ve been wanting to visit Colombia — and do it flying business class at that — we have a deal for you, with business-class flights to Cali, Bogota, Cartagena, Medellin and Pereira starting at just $555 round-trip for select routes.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.Bogota, Colombia. (Photo by Pintai Suchachaisri/Getty Images)Deal basicsAirlines: Delta, LATAM and American.Routes: New York, Atlanta, Washington, Pittsburgh, Boston, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Austin, Miami, Los Angeles and others to Cali, Bogota, Cartagena, Medellin and Pereira....

Starting today, there is no longer a requirement for a predeparture lateral flow test to enter the U.K. This applies to both British citizens as well as travelers from abroad, except for those who have been in a red list country in the last 10 days.Travelers must be fully vaccinated with an approved vaccine from an approved country — including EU member states, the U.S. and the UAE — for this to apply....

A lot of people don’t realize that the Sun moves through the 12 signs of the Zodiac on different dates each year. If you’re born close to the border of two signs, you’re on the cusp, and it could go either way. For the exact degree, get a free birth chart or have a professional draw up your chart. Where was the Sun (astrologically) when you were born? The dates float in the time frame below, and each month falls somewhere in the 18 to 22 range....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.During a recent trip to Asia, I found myself with two free days to relax on the Thai island of Phuket. There are over a dozen Marriott properties both on the island and in the surrounding region, so I was spoiled for choice when it came to potential accommodation. However, I decided to book the midrange Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach for the cheap room rates and convenience to the airport....

Jump to Recipe A custard powder substitute could come in handy when you least expect it, especially if you like to bake as much as I do! Not everyone wants to make custard from scratch, and that’s okay because you don’t have to! Keep reading for 7 easy alternatives for custard powder that you can use in a pinch! Best Custard Powder Substitutes If you love custard, you’re not alone. The rich creaminess of custard is essential to many classic desserts and is often the best part of the recipe!...

If you’ve been itching to plan a trip to Asia for 2023, you’re in luck. Cathay Pacific has significantly marked down flights to Taipei, Taiwan, and Bangkok from Los Angeles.You can fully immerse yourself in the rich cultures and histories that Taipei and Bangkok have to offer — from night markets to some of the world’s tallest skyscrapers and gilded temples.Fares for Taipei start at $680 and fares to Bangkok start at $686....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend that you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking. Remember: Fares may disappear quickly, so book right away and take advantage of Orbitz’s courtesy cancellation if you’re unable to travel....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Again?! Ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier is back with its Friends Fly Free promotion and $19 introductory one-way fares. This latest promo comes less than a week after Frontier offered insanely low $15 one-way fares as part of its new service from Newark International Airport (EWR).Now until the end of Sunday, Sept. 1, Frontier is offering one-way fares from $19 on select routes....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Airfare deals are typically only available on limited dates. We recommend that you use Google Flights to find dates to fly, then book through an online travel agency, such as Orbitz, which allows you to cancel flights without penalty by 11pm Eastern Time within one day of booking. Remember: Fares may disappear quickly, so book right away and take advantage of Orbitz’s courtesy cancellation if you’re unable to travel....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Earlier this week, TPG and I visited Marriott’s Maryland headquarters for the first time, and we had an exclusive opportunity to sit down with David Flueck, the head of Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest. During our on-the-record chat, we learned that Marriott’s working hard to zero in on a new credit card partnership — the chain expects to be able to share details of the new product later this year, even though we won’t see any substantial changes to the programs themselves until 2019....

The state of Florida on Thursday sued the federal government to force it to let cruise lines restart sailings out of U.S. ports.“Today, Florida’s fighting back,” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said at a press event Thursday to announce the lawsuit against the Biden Administration and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).The CDC has been blocking most cruise vessels from sailing in U.S. waters since the coronavirus outbreak was declared a pandemic in March of 2020, citing COVID-19-related risks....

Jump to Recipe My easy General Tso’s Chicken Wings are fried to crispy perfection then tossed in sauce that’s packed with delightful flavors! They’re a party favorite and are sure to have you licking your fingers clean to enjoy every bit of the tasty sauce! These delightfully tasty chicken wings combine just the right amount of tangy sweetness with crispy fried or baked chicken wings! Amazing Chinese buffet flavors in a crispy, sticky chicken wing!...

Jump to Recipe This hearty ground beef Mexican casserole combines tortilla chips with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, chiles, corn, beans, and cheese! It’s a family favorite dinner that’s easy-to-make and super versatile so you can top it off with the condiments you like best! This tasty Mexican ground beef casserole is full of layers of delicious flavor! This easy Mexican-inspired ground beef casserole is a family favorite meal! If you love everything Tex-Mex and Mexican food, then you’re sure to love this Mexican ground beef casserole!...

Ham loaf may not be the most appetizing name, but my juicy ham loaf with tasty brown sugar Dijon glaze is totally delicious! The tangy-sweet Dijon glaze will get you hooked, and you’ll be putting ham loaf on your list of favorite weekly dinners! Try a new take on meatloaf with this sweet and savory ham loaf the whole family will love! I feel like ham loaf is one of those recipes that every grandma used to whip up when the whole family was going to sit down for dinner....

The giant Humboldt squid, Dosidicus gigas, is a tough and tenacious beast that should never be confused with those market-sized squid that show up in the frozen section of your favorite Bait & Tackle store. While not quite the size of the giant squid depicted by Jules Verne, this species can reach a length of over six feet. Known for its aggressive, predatory nature, the Humboldt squid sports incredibly powerful tentacles and possesses excellent underwater vision; not to mention, a razor-sharp beak that can easily tear through the flesh of its prey …or that of an unsuspecting angler....