Last week I lost the Grand Canyon permit lottery for the twelfth year running, which got me thinking about the great sneaks of Grand Canyon history. Among them was the late Fletcher Anderson’s solo descent in about 1977. The run trip took Anderson about 49 hours, which at the time was the fastest anyone had
How much will your next flight or hotel stay redemption cost? Well, that depends on whether your program of choice uses dynamic pricing or more traditional (published) award charts. Frequent flyer programs have been around for more than four decades, but recent years have seen a notable shift in how award tickets and hotel stays
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There are signs that the longest government shutdown in history could be nearing its end. In the meantime, prepare to be frustrated if you're headed to the airport. This weekend brought one of the worst air travel messes we've seen in years, with 22,000 flights affected by cancellations or delays. It's not likely to improve
With just two months left in 2025, time is running out to qualify (or requalify) for Delta elite status. If you have not done so already, check your elite qualification metrics, tally up your travel for the rest of the year and see where that puts you in terms of elite status for next year.
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Mass flight cancellations began Friday, affecting nearly every major U.S. airline and travelers across the country. This comes after the Federal Aviation Administration last week announced it would require significant air travel cutbacks at 40 of the nation's busiest airports. The travel disruptions are only growing by the day, too. Starting Tuesday, airlines will have
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Galveston, Texas, has a new ship in town as one of the fastest-growing ports in the U.S. welcomed a vessel from the rapidly expanding MSC Cruises. The Lone Star State has officially become a home port for MSC Seascape. SUMMER HULL/THE POINTS GUY This ship, which first launched just three years ago, can hold over
An Alaska cruise is the adventure of a lifetime, offering the promise of frontier towns, impeccable scenery, cold beer, fresh seafood and a world of adventure to enjoy ashore. If you're cruising on a big ship, chances are good you'll be stopping at the "Big Three" ports: Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway, Alaska. But there are
When you can't use points or miles to cover a trip, earning rewards on your travel spending is the next best thing. Whether you're booking a rental car, cruise or tour, the right credit card can help you rack up points or miles, earn statement credits and unlock valuable travel perks. Most "best travel credit
