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Emirates transports about 60 million passengers per year and 22,000 flight attendants and pursers tend to those passengers. Being an Emirates flight attendant has its perks, like free housing in Dubai, discounted tickets, and getting paid to travel the world. The job also comes with long hours, busy schedules, and can be physically challenging. We …
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Palm Springs is a desert oasis that’s popular year-round, but if you’re visiting in high season, the V Palm Springs hotel can regularly be found at an excellent price point. The boutique property provides the same highly-styled design and lively pool scene as many other much more expensive counterparts. Rates start at just $99 even …
Sometimes you just don’t want to check your luggage, so you need a reliable carry-on bag that you can bring onboard the plane. Of all the carry-on bags we’ve researched and tested, the Briggs & Riley Baseline Commuter Expandable Upright is the best with its sturdy wheels, smart compression technology, and lifetime warranty. As the …
Two aspects of the $95-a-year Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card make it one of the more compelling sub-$100 credit cards in the market: automatic Gold status and Priority Pass Select membership. Automatic Hilton Honors Gold status comes with a host of perks including the ability to get Diamond status at Caesars Entertainment properties through …
New York City is all about the hustle but the Flower District in between Chelsea and NoMad is a real respite. Wander its streets and encounter everything from towering Birds of Paradise and fiddle leaf figs to colorful orchids and apartment-friendly succulents. Not counting Central Park, it’s perhaps the only place in the city where …
Destination weddings can seem like a dream, but it’s important to consider the logistics and expenses that go into planning one. If having all of your family and friends show up is important, a destination wedding may not be the best idea. Here are nine things people who had destination weddings wish they had known …
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Business Insider asked eight flight attendants which airport is their favorite. They named seven different airports located in the US and South Korea. The flight attendants work for a total of six airlines, including United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Flight attendants spend a lot of …
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Across all my loyalty program accounts, I’ve earned more than 1 million points and miles. While I’ve earned many of these rewards by traveling and opening rewards credit cards like the Platinum Card® from American Express and earning their sign-up bonuses, I’ve also amassed plenty of points and miles through online shopping portals — more …
Qantas just completed the first-ever nonstop flight between New York and Sydney, Australia, designated “Project Sunrise,” and Business Insider was on board. The flight — which lasted 19 hours and 16 minutes and covered almost 10,000 miles — was a research flight, as Qantas staff and scientists studied how to help passengers and crew stay …
The SLS Beverly Hills was just named the top-rated hotel by travelers in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Business Insider spoke to the general manager of the SLS, Christophe Thomas, who has nearly 30 years of experience in the hospitality space, about what makes a hotel successful. While design is frequently touted as an …
Qantas just tested the new world’s longest flight, a nonstop from New York to Sydney. The flight — QF7879 — landed in Sydney at 7:43 a.m. local time, after 19 hours and 16 minutes in the air. Business Insider was on board as Qantas staff and researchers studied how to help passengers and crew stay …
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Russia is the world’s largest producer of diamonds by volume. It can take months or even years for a diamond to make it from a mine to becoming a piece of jewelry. After being mined in a remote region of Siberia, a diamond is taken to an ore treatment facility, where the gem is extracted …
I recently set off on a four-day journey from coast to coast via Amtrak. The food, for the most part, was way better than I had ever expected. I stepped off the train a few pounds heavier — and much happier — than I thought possible. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Surf and …
The Finger Lakes, a series of 11 lakes in Central New York, span 9,000 square miles and are a popular fall destination for weekend vacationers. The area is about a five-hour drive from Manhattan. The Finger Lakes are known for their wineries and the stunning Watkins Glen State Park. With its changing foliage and expansive …
Retirees in good financial standing are perfect candidates to open a rewards credit card. They have the free time to travel, and having good credit could allow them to get approved for some of the best cash-back and travel cards. Our top picks for travel rewards cards that can help retirees travel include the Chase …
Several Chase credit cards, including the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Chase Sapphire Preferred Card, earn Ultimate Rewards points, which you can transfer to airline and hotel travel partners. While Chase’s rewards program is among the most valuable, it’s made updates in response to other programs like Amex Membership Rewards and Capital One adding new travel …
Amtrak‘s inspector general estimates that the railroad could save more than $40 million annually by increasing on-time performance. Many of those rampant delays, however, are caused by the freight railroads responsible for most of Amtrak’s service. Still, Amtrak expects to be profitable by 2021, its CEO has said. There’s plenty of work to be done. …
The SLS Beverly Hills was just ranked the top hotel in the world by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. More than 10,000 hotels, resorts, and spas worldwide were considered by 600,000 voters. The general manager of the hotel, Christophe Thomas, told Business Insider that the future of the hospitality industry hinges on a …
A Royal Caribbean International passenger was photographed standing on the edge of her ship, The Sun first reported. A Royal Caribbean representative confirmed the incident to Business Insider and said the passenger was kicked off of the ship once it docked in Falmouth, Jamaica. She has been banned from the cruise line. Royal Caribbean’s guest-conduct …
With a $595 annual fee, the Business Platinum® Card from American Express is one of the most premium charge cards available. The card is packed with perks including airline fee rebates, discounts on premium airfare, airport lounge access, and Global Entry reimbursement. Deciding whether or not the Business Platinum card is worth the annual fee …
Elizabeth Aldrich is a freelance writer who lives in Costa Rica when she’s not traveling. Aldrich saves 50% of her income by controlling her biggest expenses: housing, transportation, and food. She spends the most money on travel, which adds up to over $12,000 a year. For Business Insider’s “Real Money” series, she tracked her spending …
The Marriott Bonvoy Business™ American Express® Card has been offering an elevated welcome bonus of 100,000 points. New cardholders can earn this bonus after spending $5,000 in the first three months. The offer will end on October 23, so your last chance to grab it is approaching. Other Bonvoy Business card benefits include a free …
Select Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders can get 20% more value for their points when they use them to buy Apple products through November 15. This means each Chase point is worth 1.2 cents, rather than the standard 1 cent. By comparison, Chase Ultimate Rewards points are worth 1.5 cents apiece when you use them to …
Chicago is a great city to visit year-round, but fall offers a chance to explore with cooler temps, and before holiday crowds descend. With flight deals readily available, consider planning an affordable weekend escape to the Windy City. Many highly-rated, inexpensive Airbnbs are available to book for the next several weeks, ranging from $93 to …
Traveling can be an expensive endeavor if you don’t approach it with a plan. Being flexible with your travel dates, being open to where you stay, and even simple things like bringing food to the airport can all help save you money and stress. We talked to 14 travel experts to get their takes on …
Qantas is testing the new world’s longest flight, New York to Sydney, on Friday. Business Insider will be on board and reporting from the test flight. The flight, at nearly 10,000 miles and 20 hours long, presents a number of potential challenges, including how to keep passengers comfortable, and how to keep pilots and cabin …
As winter approaches, China has ordered its northern cities, along with Beijing and Tianjin, to cut emissions by 4%. The government also ordered more than 5 million households to stop using coal heaters. These eerie photos show why China has spent the last six years aggressively trying to cut down its pollution. Visit Business Insider’s …
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