United currently offers five co-branded credit cards through its bank issuer, Chase. The United Explorer Card is currently offering an elevated sign-up bonus, but only until January 22. There are several non-United cards whose points still transfer to the airline’s MileagePlus program, including the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Ink Business Preferred Credit Card. Don’t forget …
Tag Archives: tourism news
Here’s what to do if you lose your passport while traveling abroad
If your passport is lost or stolen while you’re abroad, it does not mean you’re stuck in the country forever. There are seven easy steps that you can take to acquire a quick and temporary passport to get you back home. To do so, you must fill out the appropriate paperwork and visit the US …
Continue reading “Here’s what to do if you lose your passport while traveling abroad”
The Delta pilot who dumped jet fuel on schoolkids told air traffic control moments before that he wasn’t going to do it
A Delta flight dumped tons of jet fuel over nearby schools during an emergency landing Tuesday in Los Angeles. 67 people, including children, needed treatment after exposure. New transcripts show that the pilot was asked whether he needed to dump fuel on his way back. He replied “negative” — but the fuel was dumped anyway. …
United just gave 28,000 employees snappy new custom Carhartt uniforms — here’s what they look like
United Airlines is equipping its below-wing employees with Carhartt custom designed uniforms. Around 28,000 behind the scenes employees who work on the ramp or directly service the aircraft will receive the uniforms. The airline already dresses its customer-facing employees in uniforms designed by Brooks Brothers and Tracy Reese. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. …
The United Explorer card is currently offering up to 65,000 miles — but only for one more week
The United Explorer Card is currently offering new cardholders up to 65,000 United miles. You’ll earn 40,000 miles after you spend $2,000 in the first three months, and another 25,000 miles after you spend $10,000 total in the first six months from account opening. This is a limited-time offer, and the end date is approaching: …
I got an all-inclusive week in Mexico for less than $1,500 from Costco, and the cancellation policy is what really sold me
I’d never taken an all-inclusive vacation before, but after a stressful year, I decided I wanted total relaxation. I’m a Costco member, so I checked out the Costco Travel website and found an all-inclusive vacation to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, for under $1,500. Costco allows cancellations up to one month before taking your trip, so …
An executive who worked in banking for 20 years quit her job to found a female-focused members space in New York City. I spent a day there to see if I would pay $150 a month for it — here’s what it’s like.
Founded by a former bank executive, Luminary is a two-story, ultra-chic members space for women in New York City’s NoMad district complete with a beauty salon and brand “Glass Ceiling” rooftop lounge. Since opening in November 2018, it has gained over 600 individual and corporate members. Individual membership costs between $150 and $450 per month …
Some people are balking at the higher annual fee on the Chase Sapphire Reserve, but I’m keeping my card for 3 reasons
The annual fee on everybody’s favorite travel credit card, the Chase Sapphire Reserve, just increased to $550. In exchange for this higher annual fee, cardholders will receive new benefits and rewards opportunities with Lyft and DoorDash. While the $550 annual fee is pretty high, the additional perks you get might more than make up for …
An Australian woman says Qantas killed her dog by leaving it on the tarmac in 100 degree heat during a flight delay
An Australian woman is accusing Qantas of killing her dog after he was left on the tarmac in his crate on a 100-degree day while waiting to be loaded onto a delayed flight. Kay Newman wrote on Facebook that Duke, her 5-year-old boxer, died on a Qantas flight from Sydney to Brisbane on December 19, …
I flew Spirit Airlines and had a nightmarish, 34-hour delay with terrible customer service and I’ll never use the airline again (SAVE)
I’ve flown Spirit Airlines three times, and have been consistently disappointed. But my most recent trip with the airline was the worst travel experience of my life. I arrived in New York 34 hours later than originally scheduled for reasons both within and outside of Spirit’s control. Only once did I feel like I was …
There’s a house designed to look like a giant wooden tent in the middle of a Japanese village — here’s a look inside
The Hara House was designed by Takeru Shoji Architects, an architecture design studio based in Japan. It sits in an agricultural village in the city of Nagaoka in Japan’s Niigata Prefecture. The property was completed in February 2019 and looks like a large wooden tent. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. In an agricultural …
You can book a penthouse suite at the boutique Henry Norman Hotel in Greenpoint, Brooklyn for less than some entry-level rooms in Manhattan — here’s why it’s such a great value
A converted 19th-century warehouse in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, the Henry Norman Hotel offers bright, spacious rooms at a great value, and a wonderful opportunity to explore another corner of New York. Though the Henry Norman offers no on-site dining, a complimentary shuttle transports guests anywhere within a mile of the hotel — something I repeatedly took …
Iran recently admitted it shot down the Ukrainian airliner that crashed in Tehran. Here are 5 other times geopolitical tension turned deadly in the skies.
Iran admitted responsibility for shooting down a Ukraine International Airlines Boeing 737 after it took off from Tehran, claiming it was an accident. History of aircraft shootdowns shows a history of mistaken aircraft identity amid rising geopolitical tension. The US accidentally shot down an Iranian commercial airliner in the 1980s, killing 290 passengers. Visit Business …
I already loved my Amex Platinum for its travel benefits, but I was even more impressed after using the concierge to score movie tickets in Mexico
If you have the Platinum Card® from American Express, you can use the Amex Concierge service for all kinds of requests, from arranging travel plans to securing dinner reservations. The Amex Concierge team helped me secure tickets to a midnight showing in English of Star Wars Episode IX in Guadalajara, Mexico — something I had …
There’s a ’60s ski lodge-themed bar that sells $16 spiked hot chocolate on the rooftop of JFK’s only airport hotel. Here’s a look inside the retro ‘runway chalet.’
The TWA Hotel at New York’s JFK Airport has debuted a 1960s ski lodge-themed rooftop bar for the winter season. TWA Hotel opened in May 2019 on the site of the former Trans World Airline terminal, which operated from 1962 to 2001. It is the only hotel located on the grounds of JFK. The Runway …
My husband and I kicked off our honeymoon at The Siam Bangkok and thought it was one of the best hotels we’ve booked to date — here’s why it should be on your 2020 travel radar
, a member of , is a five-star boutique hotel in Bangkok’s riverfront Dusit neighborhood. All-suite accommodations are steeped in luxury, and every room comes with a dedicated butler. A lush urban oasis, the hotel is made up of 39 rooms and villas for an intimate atmosphere that feels removed from Bangkok’s fast-paced streets. It’s …
The Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is the top-ranked hotel in all of LA by Trip Advisor reviewers — I checked in to see if it delivered on the hype
The Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is the top-ranked hotel in Los Angeles by Trip Advisor reviewers, with a distinct Hollywood power-player vibe. The central location and popular brand recognition make it an ideal pick for leisure travelers, too. While it’s not the hippest hotel in the area, the Four Seasons delivers …
I have more than a dozen credit cards to maximize travel rewards, and I’d recommend 5 of them to anyone who asks
I’m an avid collector of credit card points and miles, with 14 open credit cards. I think that flexible points are the most valuable, despite the fact that their associated cards often have annual fees. The Chase Sapphire Reserve and the American Express® Gold Card are examples of cards that can be worth it. The …
Viceroy Chicago is a luxury hotel with high-end design, great city views, and surprisingly affordable rates in low season
From the impeccably restored brick and terracotta facade to interiors dripping with midcentury modern appeal, Viceroy Chicago places design front and center. Situated in Chicago’s posh Gold Coast neighborhood, the hotel is located steps from Chicago’s top dining, nightlife, shopping, and is close to Lake Michigan. Entry-level rooms start as low as $116 per night …
A family of four converted a decommissioned Air Force bus into an RV to live in — see inside
A family of four — a mother, father, baby, and their pet dog — converted a decommissioned Air Force bus into their own RV. The bus includes a kitchen, couch, two “office” spaces, crib-like pen for the baby, bathroom, roof deck, and master bedroom. Visit BusinessInsider.com for more stories. A family of four — mother …
I spent 3 days in the most expensive ski town in the US, where a lift ticket costs $184 a day — and I was surprised to find that not everything there catered to the 1%
I recently ventured to Aspen, Colorado to see what it’s like to ski in the most expensive mountain town in the United States. It’s as full of high-end brands and retail as you’d expect, which makes for fun window shopping — or actual shopping, if you’re working with a big budget. It offers great skiing …
These will be the 20 safest airlines in 2020, according to experts
AirlineRatings revealed its picks for the world’s 20 safest airlines in 2020. Asian-Pacific, Middle Eastern and European carriers dominated the list. US carriers accounted for only two entries on the list. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Despite recent events including the crash of Ukraine International Airlines Flight PS752 and two Boeing 737 Max …
Continue reading “These will be the 20 safest airlines in 2020, according to experts”
These 2 architects repurposed an old lifeboat and are using it to explore the Arctic with their dog — check out photos of their incredible adventure
Architects Guylee Simmonds and David Schnabel are exploring the Arctic on a refurbished lifeboat. They spent a year redesigning the boat to make it a “supreme adventure craft.” Now, they’re spending the winter in Tromsø, Norway, and they hope to release a film about their journey this year. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. …
The 16 most outrageous things Boeing employees said about the company, 737 Max program, and each other in released internal emails
Messages show Boeing employees frustrated with higher-ups, company culture, and consistent failures on Boeing’s 737 Max program. Frequent program missteps weighed heavily on overworked employees, the emails reveal. Some employees appeared to take pride in deliberately misleading customers and regulators regarding additional training. Boeing 777X program features some of the same issues, messages suggest. Visit …
The Amex Green card is offering up to $100 in statement credits with Away luggage, but only for a few more days
Thanks to an update in late 2019, the American Express® Green Card is now a great option for earning travel rewards. Amex added a special incentive to new cardholders who apply by January 15: up to $100 in statement credits when you make an eligible purchase with Away luggage in the first three months from …
I’ve stayed at the Disneyland Hotel 10 times but you don’t have to be a super fan to see its value with prime park access, an expansive pool, and themed rooms
Unlike sprawling Walt Disney World in Orlando, Disneyland in Anaheim operates just three official resorts. The Disneyland Hotel is the mid-tier offering, which explores Disney history while providing comfortable rooms and convenient perks like priority theme park access. The hotel can be expensive with standard rooms starting at $370 per night. It’s significantly more than …
It took me 24 hours to fly from Guam to New York, but I figured out how to make the 3-leg trip more bearable
Long-distance flights can feel endless sometimes, especially after a vacation or when you’re crammed in coach and traveling solo. I traveled with United Airlines from Guam to New York with stops in Honolulu and Houston. Including layovers, my total travel time was about 24 hours. I figured out how to make this trek more bearable …