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Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.It’s not uncommon to see two different welcome offers available for the same credit card at the same time, as card issuers and their cobrand partners might use different advertising approaches to target different segments of the market. It’s always important to compare the offers to make sure you pick the one with higher value and don’t deviate from your credit card strategy based on a single ad....

The Shaka sign is a hand greeting that seemingly originated in or is at least most specific to Hawaii. But visitors (mostly surfers) have taken the Shaka far from the flowery isles and off to their respective locales where the familiar hand gesture makes its way into pictures of family gatherings and even newspaper photos and is very common as an off the cuff gesture of good will found in surf magazine spreads or pictorials of island style alumni events....

Flirting’s a language - and just like with any other language, no one’s born a fluent flirt. If you want to know how to flirt like a pro, you’ve got to learn the signs. Follow these flirt tips and practice till you’re an expert flirt. 01 of 10 Choose Your Targets Chris Clinton/The Image Bank/Getty Images You don’t have to have a crush on someone in order to flirt. Practice flirting with random people you see every day - people who might not even be on your dating radar - in order to hone your skills....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Touring Spain’s La Rioja wine region is authentic, economical and loads of fun (depending on how much you drink, of course). However, it can be daunting organizing transportation and figuring out which wineries to visit since there are almost 500 in the region. Madrid-based TPG International Correspondent and wine lover Lori Zaino is here to help with information on the best spots for sampling delicious wines and tips for traveling through the Rioja region for our Destination of the Week series....

Jump to Recipe Round out your breakfast with these easy air fryer frozen hash brown patties that are perfectly crispy and can be made in minutes! This recipe is incredibly simple because the hash browns are already cooked, it’s just a matter of getting them hot and extra crispy! Crispy Air Fryer Hash Browns When you need breakfast in a hurry, these air fryer frozen hash brown patties will get the job done....

There could soon be an easier way to travel between Detroit and Toronto if Amtrak has its way.For more TPG news delivered each morning to your inbox, sign up for our free daily newsletter.The U.S. rail company announced it would support a combination between Canadian Pacific Railway in Canada and Kansas City Southern Railway in the U.S.Canadian Pacific acquired Kansas City Southern Railway in December 2021. The company has big plans for the future....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.With the end of the year upon us and status (re)qualification on our minds, JetBlue is offering you the chance to buy Mosaic status. Through December 31, 2016, you can buy the base flight points needed in order to qualify for Mosaic status through the end of 2017. And while it might seem like an easy way to get to Mosaic, it might not necessarily be the best deal for you — especially if you have a long way to go....

Jump to Recipe This carne asada is so incredibly flavorful and tender that it’s perfect for tacos, fajitas, burritos, or just enjoy it by itself! A delicious, oil-based marinade creates a citrusy and extra tender piece of beef that is then charred to perfection on a hot grill. This dish is bursting with that classic, authentic Mexican flavor! Easy Carne Asada Carne asada is an extremely popular grilled meat that can be used for a wide variety of meals!...

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here: Citi PrestigeOne of the things I love most about being The Points Guy is getting to hear stories from readers about how award travel has affected their lives — the exotic vacations they’ve planned, the trips they’ve made to be with family and friends, the premium seats and suites they’ve experienced and so much more, all made possible by points and miles....

Jump to Recipe My Creamy Chicken Minnesota Wild Rice Soup is a hearty chicken soup with Minnesota wild rice, vegetables, and cream that is equally as wonderful for the cold winters here up North or any day of the year! Creamy Chicken Minnesota Wild Rice Soup is a bowlful of deliciousness, brimming with tasty flavors! Amazing hearty wild rice soup! Since my family and I have now been living in the state of Minnesota for almost eight years, I figured it was time to integrate a few of the local ingredients and culinary dishes (think hot dish and beef commercial dinners) into my recipes and the site....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Want to see the latest travel 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.Amtrak is back with another buy one, get one sale for sleeper-car trips between Aug. 1, 2019 and Mar. 31, 2020. With this promotion, roomettes can be booked from as low as $195 and bedrooms from $259....

It seems Hertz has too many cars on the West Coast, so the company is encouraging customers to help bring its vehicles across the country, with a promotion Hertz is calling “Head east safely.“Through Feb. 16, 2021, customers can book a one-way rental between one and 10 days starting at just $10 per day, plus taxes and fees.You’ll definitely want to put some serious thought into this offer before you pull the trigger — while driving in your own vehicle may be “safe,” an extended trip will require many restaurant (or takeout) meals, hotel stays and gas stops along the way....

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....

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....

Jump to Recipe These savory sweet potato recipes are perfect fall-time dishes for the holidays, get-togethers, or even your regular everyday family dinners! Just because sweet potatoes have a natural sweetness, doesn’t mean they aren’t wonderful in savory dishes as well! Here is a list of 19+ delicious recipe ideas to enjoy some savory sweet potatoes! Best Recipes For Savory Sweet Potato Dishes Sweet potatoes are one versatile (and delicious) root vegetable....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.The revamped American Express® Gold Card has now been out for just over six months, and it has a very solid slot in my wallet. The old American Express Premier Rewards Gold Card was being overshadowed by some of the upgraded perks of the premium The Platinum Card® from American Express, in particular its 5x earning on airfare when booked directly with the airline or via Amex Travel (on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year), so this update was much needed....

Born and raised in Bakersfield, Ca., Merle Haggard came to be a huge part of the iconic Bakersfield sound movement during the 1950s. The country music offshoot had a distinct rock ’n roll flavor and relied heavily on electric instrumentation, a far cry from the squeaky clean, string-laden country music of Nashville that was popular at the time. Haggard’s life became the basis for many of his iconic songs, including “Mama Tried, “Workin’ Man Blues” and “The Bottle Let Me Down....

United Airlines is opening a brand-new club at the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).The carrier unveiled on Tuesday its latest addition to the United Club network — a brand-new 6,080-square-foot outpost in Terminal 3 of the PHX airport.The lounge opens on Tuesday, Sept. 27, when it’ll become United’s 21st club at a domestic non-hub airport.United teased several new features and amenities that travelers can expect. For one, the space offers seating for 122 passengers, which represents nearly double the number of seats compared to United’s previous Phoenix club....

Christmas came early for American Airlines travelers passing through New York’s LaGuardia Airport (LGA).The carrier, along with the operator of LGA’s Terminal B, LaGuardia Gateway Partners, opened the final phase of construction in the Western Concourse on Thursday.In addition to the four new gates with floor-to-ceiling windows, modernized seating and new concessionaires, the Western Concourse is now home to American’s new Admirals Club in LaGuardia.TPG went for a first-look tour of the new spaces on Friday — and can confirm that Santa was indeed very generous this year....

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here.Marriott is continuing to expand the number of properties in the Autograph Collection, according to Business Traveler.If you’re not familiar with the Autograph Collection, Marriott would tell you “the vision behind Autograph Collection Hotels is to celebrate individuality and independence by creating an evolving ensemble of strikingly independent four and five star hotels.” Essentially, these are hand-picked, unique hotels that offer amazing experiences and high-end luxury....