Elite Traveler, a lifestyle publication for private jet owners, surveyed its readers — who are, yes, all private jet owners — about their favorite restaurants worldwide. Owning a private jet comes with a serious price tag, meaning the following list of top restaurants is curated by the wealthiest among us. Nearly all the establishments in …
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The 20 best hotels in New York City
There are hundreds of hotels in New York City ranging from sparse, budget-friendly accommodations to ultra-indulgent suites. To help narrow the field and highlight the best, the Insider Picks travel team hit the New York streets to stay at, tour, and research the city’s top-rated hotels to determine which are worth your hard-earned money and …
8 secrets about credit cards from people who use points and miles to travel the world
There are so many choices when it comes to travel credit cards that it can be hard to know where to start. And even when you’ve settled on a card, you may not be sure whether you’re maximizing its benefits and rewards. If you’re looking for some guidance, you’ve come to the right place. Keep …
The rudest cities in America, ranked according to a new Insider survey
The rudest city in America is New York City, according to a new Insider survey of 2,092 US adults. Just over a third of respondents said NYC was the rudest, followed by Los Angeles at 19.7%. The rankings are based on two online polls conducted in October and November 2019 — American adults were asked …
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A YouTube video shows 2 Carnival cruise ships crashing into each other (CCL)
Videos posted on Twitter and YouTube show two Carnival Cruise Line ships colliding in Cozumel, Mexico. A video published on YouTube on Friday shows the back end of the Carnival Glory approaching the front end of the Carnival Legend, which cuts through the Glory’s rear windows. A Carnival representative said neither ship suffered damage that …
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12 stunning train rides every traveler should take in their lifetime
Tagskryt, or “train-bragging” in Swedish, has become a 2019 buzzword. Inspired by climate activist Greta Thunberg, more people are opting to travel by train to reduce their carbon footprint. The most stunning train rides around the world include a journey through the brilliant red landscapes of the Australian Outback on the Ghan and a trip …
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I dreaded trying to transfer Chase points between cards until I tried it, and I still can’t believe how easy it was
I used to redeem the points I earned on my Chase Freedom card for cash back at a value of 1 cent per point, not realizing that the Freedom card actually earns Ultimate Rewards points, not cash. To get more value per point, I can transfer my points to my Chase Sapphire Preferred Card. Frankly, …
Disappointing photos show what Iceland’s famous Blue Lagoon looks like in real life
The Blue Lagoon in Iceland is one of the country’s most popular destinations. Nearly 1.2 million people came to swim in its milky blue waters in 2017, a Blue Lagoon representative told Business Insider. But these disappointing photos show that the Blue Lagoon is not always as idyllic and photogenic as it seems. Visit Business …
Credit card face-off: Bank of America Premium Rewards vs. the Chase Sapphire Preferred
The Bank of America® Premium Rewards® Visa® credit card and the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card are two of the best rewards credit cards with annual fees at the $95 level. Both cards offer valuable sign-up bonuses and rewards with on all your spending, as well as travel protections and waived foreign transaction fees. If you …
I always use Uber when I travel, but it’s been banned in Vancouver. Here’s how I survived getting around a foreign city without the ridesharing app.
Vancouver City, British Columbia, has had a ban on ride-share services like Uber and Lyft for more than five years, according to the Vancouver Sun. Though the government has been taking steps toward lifting that ban — starting in the fall of 2019 ride-share services were allowed to apply for permission to operate — when …
The 10 best family-friendly hotels near Disneyland in Anaheim, CA
The Disneyland theme park in Anaheim, California is one of the most popular destinations in the state, with over 18 million visitors per year. Visiting the park is often a multi-day event, requiring an overnight stay in Anaheim. Many hotels in the area cater to Disney guests and promote proximity to the Disneyland parks and …
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Inside Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a dreamlike attraction nestled among the Austrian mountains that features a carousel made of 15 million Swarovski crystals
Swarovski Crystal Worlds opened in 1995 in honor of the 100th anniversary of the brand of the same name. The dreamlike tourist attraction features crystal art installations, including an ice passage, a crystal tree codesigned by Alexander McQueen, and a “Crystal Cloud” made with 800,000 hand-mounted crystals. Earlier this year, the attraction added a carousel …
I stayed at a $3,400-a-night private island resort in the Maldives that’s beloved by celebs like Naomi Campbell, and it blew me away — take a look inside
In January, Kudadoo Maldives Private Island by Hurawalhi was voted 2019’s best new luxury hotel by the team at Luxury Travel Intelligence. I recently spent four days and three nights at Kudadoo, and it didn’t take long to see how it got that title. All 15 villa residences at Kudadoo are overwater, and, as I …
One of the 7 wonders of the world is a 10,000-year-old city hidden in the desert — and in real life, it’s more incredible than you can imagine
The ancient city of Petra in Jordan became one of the 7 New Wonders of the World when it was chosen in 2007 by a vote of 100 million people. The city’s carved rose-red sandstone rock facades, tombs, and temples became known around the world with its appearance in Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade …
4 ways a ‘miles millionaire’ maximized the Chase Sapphire Preferred to book a business-class flight and more in her first year with the card
I’ve earned over a million points and miles, and I have more than a dozen rewards card to maximize my spending and enjoy travel benefits — while paying off my balances in full each month, of course. One of my favorite cards is the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card, thanks to the valuable Ultimate Rewards points …
Greta Thunberg’s refusal to take any flights since 2015 has spawned a whole ‘train-bragging’ movement, and it’s ushered in a new era for luxury travelers around the world
Inspired by climate activist Greta Thunberg‘s eco-conscious travel, two Swedish terms have become 2019’s buzzwords: flygskam (flight-shaming) and tagskryt (train-bragging). “Bragging” about reducing carbon footprints through train travel has led to an uptick in rail investments across Europe, especially overnight commuter services. Train-bragging sentiment has fueled the resurgence of luxury train travel. Beyond being an …
Hilton’s LondonHouse Chicago has quickly emerged as a top booking for affordable prices, a central location, well-appointed rooms, and great views
One of the original Chicago landmarks surrounding the Michigan Avenue Bridge (now called DuSable Bridge) in the heart of the city, LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton has been meticulously restored with a contemporary feel. Most rooms feature stunning views of the Chicago River, only rivaled by those observed from the four-star hotel’s rooftop, a …
2 reasons why the Capital One Venture has become one of my favorite cards for travel rewards
The Capital One® Venture® Rewards Credit Card has recently gone from a middle-of-the-road rewards card to a top-tier option for earning miles for travel. Benefits like up to a $100 Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit help offset the $95 annual fee, which is waived the first year. The card offers 2 miles per dollar, …
The American Express Gold Card promises lucrative rewards and benefits on all food purchases — we review whether they’re as good as Amex claims
If you spend a lot on dining out and at US supermarkets, the American Express® Gold Card has the perfect bonus categories for you. It offers 4x points at restaurants worldwide, plus 4x points on the first $25,000 you spend each year at US supermarkets (then 1x). When you combine the credit card’s welcome bonus, …
A couple that travels the world for a living uses 3 credit card perks to make their trips cheaper and easier
Alesha Bradford and Jarryd Salem run the adventure travel blog NOMADasaurus. They’re based in Australia, but they’re on the road for a good part of the year, whether leading tours of Kyrgyzstan or spending the winter in Canada. Collecting points and miles and signing up for rewards credit cards has changed the way they travel, …
I spent a night at the newly renovated Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas and didn’t miss the Strip at all
has been around for a while, but after a massive $690 million property-wide overhaul, it feels brand new. Redesigned rooms are sophisticated and luxuriously appointed. With standard rooms starting under $50, it’s worth venturing off the Las Vegas Strip to take advantage of such an excellent price. I stayed in an upgraded Executive King Suite …
The newly reopened Sahara Las Vegas boasts renovated rooms and easy access to the Strip and Convention Center — here’s what under $50 per night buys you
The Las Vegas hotel formerly known as SLS has reopened, rebranded as the Sahara Las Vegas, a new iteration of the Las Vegas icon from the ’50s. Located just off the Las Vegas Strip at the north end, the four-star Sahara is incredibly convenient to the Las Vegas Convention Center, making it one of the …
The 15 luxury real-estate markets around the world that are growing the fastest
Global real-estate consultancy Knight Frank released its list of the fastest-growing luxury real-estate markets around the world. Topping the list was Moscow, Russia, which saw an 11.1% jump in prime real-estate prices over the past year. No US cities appear until much farther down the ranking, which researchers noted might be due to the tense …
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Delta flight attendants say their uniforms are making them lose their hair, break out in hives, and cough uncontrollably (DAL)
Delta flight attendants say that they’ve experienced a variety of health problems in the past 18 months, problems they suspect have been caused by toxic chemicals in their new uniforms. They also say that the airline has failed to address the issues consistently or adequately. Employees at other airlines, including Alaska and American, have had …
The 8 best credit cards for American Airlines flyers, from a no-annual-fee option to premium perks
These are the best credit cards for American Airlines flyers: Best for occasional American flyers: Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Best for earning miles: Citi® / AAdvantage® Platinum Select® World Elite™ Mastercard® Best for budget travelers: American Airlines AAdvantage MileUp℠ Card Best for lounge access: Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite™ Mastercard® Best for elite status: …
21 things you should do the next time you book a hotel if you want to score the best deals
Staying at a nice hotel doesn’t have to break the bank. Business Insider spoke to experts to find out simple strategies you can use to find the best hotel prices for your next trip. The tips include booking at newly opened hotels, checking in near the end of the day, and bundling your flight and …
I spent one night in a swanky hotel-apartment hybrid rented out by Sonder, the $1 billion startup disrupting the hospitality industry. Here are 6 ways it was radically different from a typical Airbnb stay.
Sonder is a $1 billion hospitality company that claims to combine the best parts of hotels and private home stays. The company, which has 9,000 rental apartments in cities such as New York, Washington DC, San Diego, Austin, Miami, New Orleans, and London, has been compared to Airbnb. But unlike Airbnb, which is mainly made …