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From the flight line of the United Aviate Academy at the Phoenix Goodyear Airport (GYR) in Goodyear, Arizona, flight students can easily catch a glimpse of their future.Stored in the distance are two United Airlines Boeing 767s — among the aircraft that these students hope to someday fly as United pilots.United has been training pilots for as long as as the carrier has existed — all major airlines do.But with the United Aviate Academy, which formally opened its doors on Thursday after nearly two months in operation, it’s entering uncharted territory among its peers....

Jump to Recipe What is London broil, is it a type of meat, how do I prepare it, what does it taste like, and how is it different than a flank steak? Don’t worry, I have all of the answers you’re looking for! Here’s everything you need to know about London broil! What Is London Broil London broil is an American term for preparing beef (ironic, right?) that actually has nothing to do with Britain!...

01 of 02 Ideal 1957 Shirley Temple Doll Shirley Temple Doll. Courtesy of eBay Seller HSGlobal From her cute dimples to golden curly hair, a Shirley Temple doll will always make you smile and isn’t that what collecting is all about? This doll, in perfect condition, saw spirited bidding on eBay and finally sold for $1525. The winning bidder started bidding on the first day and hung in there to win the auction!...

Sign up for our daily newsletterEmail addressSign upI would like to subscribe to The Points Guy newsletters and special email promotions. The Points Guy will not share or sell your email. See privacy policy.Historic ocean liner Queen Elizabeth 2, affectionately known in cruise circles as QE2, is now home to the world’s largest floating nightclub: Float Dubai.On October 14, the vessel – which was purchased in 2008 by Dubai’s royal family and is now docked as a floating 215-room hotel in the commercial port of Rashid – hosted the club’s grand opening....

Call it the Independence Day air travel nightmare that never came.After weeks of dire warnings that airlines were expecting the worst this holiday weekend — including one airline preemptively issuing an unusual network-wide change waiver — the industry made it through the weekend with some disruptions, but nothing apocalyptic.The question now is if airlines can improve their operations for the rest of the summer, and restore consumer confidence.Want more airline-specific news?...

American Airlines is making some adjustments to its short-haul network. The Fort Worth-based carrier filed plans over the weekend to cut four routes and add an interesting new domestic flight. The changes were first seen in Cirium schedules and later confirmed by carrier spokesperson Brian Metham.The full list of cuts is below:Charlotte — Puerto Vallarta.Dallas/Fort Worth — Hermosillo, Mexico.Dallas/Fort Worth — San Pedro Sula, Honduras (suspension extended).Philadelphia — Newport News/Williamsburg.CIRIUMAmerican cited a mix of poor route performance and regional pilot staffing challenges as the reasons for making the cuts....

Hotel performance in China languished in recent weeks amid ongoing lockdowns, centered around Shanghai, to combat a surge in new coronavirus cases.However, Western hotel companies like Marriott International, IHG Hotels & Resorts and Hilton are looking past that as they pour new brands and hotels into the country.For more news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for TPG’s daily newsletter.IHG is opening an array of InterContinental, Hotel Indigo and Kimpton properties in China this year....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.For awhile now, the best credit card to use for saving cash on ride-hailing services has been The Platinum Card® from American Express because it comes with up to $200 in annual Uber credits ($15/month and $35 in December). But now Chase is stepping up to the plate and is adding Lyft benefits to the Chase Sapphire Reserve....

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.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.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....

Here’s a handy database of dates and events in Elvis Presley’s life during 1973. You can also find out what else Elvis was up to in 1973 and in all the years of his life. January 9: Elvis arrives in Hawaii and begins rehearsal for his upcoming Elvis: Aloha From Hawaii special.January 10: Longtime producer Felton Jarvis, still recovering from his recent kidney transplant, arrives to conduct the full orchestra and band rehearsal....

Finnair is convinced electric aviation is the future, and it’s ready to commit to adding electric planes to its fleet.The airline, the national carrier of Finland, signed a letter of interest that could lead to the purchase of up to 20 of Swedish aviation firm Heart Aerospace’s ES-19 electric planes. These are 19-seat aircraft designed to be used on short-haul commuter routes.Heart Aerospace expects the aircraft to be ready for commercial flights by 2026....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.[tpg_rating tpg-rating-score=“53” ground-experience=“5” cabin-seat=“11” amens-ife=“2” food-bev=“15” service=“20” pros=“A nice airport in Grand Cayman, plenty of space to spread out and relax onboard.” cons=“Very outdated aircraft, mediocre food and no amenities whatsoever.” /]Leaving a Caribbean vacation is never easy, but you’d expect flying in the front of the plane would make the journey home a little better, or at least more comfortable....

With a few exceptions, the last year or so has been largely a bust for travel (and lots of other things, but that’s a different story). However, with COVID-19 case counts dropping and the number of vaccinated people quickly increasing, I have lots of faith for what is in store later in 2021 and especially into 2022. So while it sounds a little silly focusing on earning hotel elite status, having barely left home in the last several months, I trust that the light we see is the end of the tunnel, and I am actively prepping for the trips yet to come....

My five-year-old and I were recently running late for dance recital picture day. I had my arms full of extra costume pieces, tap shoes, bows, snacks and … my iPhone.Despite the ticking clock and my overstuffed arms, my kiddo looked way too cute to not snap a quick picture before we loaded up in the car for the dance studio. She did a pose, I leaned over clicked a picture on my phone and then, as I was getting up, I fully and completely lost control of everything I was holding, including the iPhone....

The camisole, or cami as your mom might call it, is a versatile and essential part of any woman’s wardrobe. The thin straps and simple design make it a basic piece with a lot of potential. Silk, loose-fitting camisoles make great going-out tops when paired with jeans or tucked into a skirt. A more fitted, cotton camisole is great for layering under sweaters and sweatshirts for a little added coverage (and some slimming potential!...

As Florida grapples with the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Ian, many airlines and other brands are ready to help out — and incentivize travelers and customers to do the same.The storm made landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast as a Category 4 hurricane last week with strong winds, deadly storm surges and flooding, leaving behind a trail of damage and destruction across the state that will require significant recovery efforts.In recent days, many companies have announced major donations to a variety of humanitarian causes dedicated to the recovery in the Southeast U....

Jump to Recipe Homemade Italian Chicken Pastina Soup is a soul warming soup that’s as delicious and traditional as any chicken noodle soup! The fine pasta combines perfectly with the rich broth, tender chicken, and vegetables. Super easy chicken pastina soup is a delicious classic Italian comfort food! The ultimate classic Italian chicken and pasta soup! Just like the chicken soup we Americans all know and love, pastina soup is a relied upon treatment for the common cold....

Baby clothing comes in very standard sizes, but just like adult clothing, every brand has a different opinion on what constitutes a specific size. That’s why it’s so important to consult a baby clothes size chart and consider your baby’s weight when trying to figure out the right baby clothing size to purchase. If you don’t you run the risk of your baby wearing clothing that is too tight and uncomfortable for him or her....