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Amazon is discounting Sennheiser’s noise-cancelling wireless headphones by $120 for a limited time
Insider Picks writes about products and services to help you navigate when shopping online. Insider Inc. receives a commission from our affiliate partners when you buy through our links, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. Sennheiser is known for its great-sounding, high-quality headphones and the PXC 550 wireless noise-cancelling headphones are …
These 3 Chase cards are all you need to maximize how you earn rewards points
Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network if you apply for a credit card, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. The best way to earn points quickly is to make sure that you’re earning bonus points for spending in certain categories — like dining or travel …
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Mount Everest is not the hardest mountain to climb — here’s what makes K2 so much worse
At least 11 people have died trying to climb Mount Everest this year. The second-highest mountain in the world, K2, is even more difficult to climb, according to expert mountaineer Vanessa O’Brien. O’Brien is the fastest woman to climb the highest peak on every continent and the first American and British woman to climb K2. …
AmEx will cut one of the airport lounge benefits on its premium cards, giving Chase cardholders the advantage
American Express has announced that the Priority Pass membership that comes with some of its cards, like the Platinum Card® from American Express, can no longer be used for credits at Priority Pass-affiliated airport restaurants and bars. Now, the Priority Pass membership can only be used for lounge access, subject to capacity controls. The Chase …
These 2 cruise lines have the most ships with perfect sanitation scores
Of the over 200 active cruise ships the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has examined, only 20 earned a perfect 100-point score during their most recent inspection. Royal Caribbean International and Princess Cruises each have three ships that currently have perfect scores, more than any other cruise line. Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Lines, …
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The 20 cleanest cruise ships
Of the more than 200 active cruise ships the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has inspected, most received a passing grade: at least an 86 on a 100-point sanitation score. A handful have received a 100 on their most recent inspection, indicating a level of cleanliness that would be difficult to top. Visit …
The Boeing 737 Max’s return to the air has reportedly been delayed by regulators looking into emergency procedures on older Boeing jets (BA)
The Boeing 737 Max’s return to commercial-airline service is reportedly being further delayed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). US government officials told The Wall Street Journal that the FAA is evaluating the emergency procedures for not only the Max but also the older generations of the 737, including the hot-selling Boeing 737 NG. “While …
Memorial Day is one of the biggest travel weekends of the year. Here are a few tips to help you plan your drive and beat the rush.
Memorial Day marks one of the United States’ busiest weekends for travel as people rush to enjoy the spring weather during the holiday. More than 37 million people will be driving at some point during the holiday weekend, according to AAA. New York, Philadelphia, and Chicago will see the largest increases in traffic among major …
The most popular movies that people watch while flying (AAL)
Inflight entertainment has come a long way over the past few decades, evolving from communal movie to seatback screens to smartphone streaming. According to American Airlines, the type of content we watch has also changed, with a greater focus these days placed on programming from streaming services and those that can be binge-watched. The most …
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New York City has caught an alleged subway bandit who delayed more than 700 trains by pulling the emergency brake
A rogue subway bandit has been pulling emergency brakes on New York City subway trains, causing hundreds of delays. The NYPD said Friday that an arrest of a suspect had been made in the case. Isiah Thompson, 23, is accused of delaying hundreds of trains and was charged with reckless endangerment and criminal trespassing. If …
The best flip flops for men and women
Insider Picks writes about products and services to help you navigate when shopping online. Insider Inc. receives a commission from our affiliate partners when you buy through our links, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. Flip flops are the unofficial footwear of summertime. Wear them to the beach, backyard barbecue, or …
43 million Americans will hit the road this Memorial Day Weekend. Here are the most crowded times to avoid.
43 million Americans are expected to hit the road this Memorial Day Weekend, AAA says. It could be the highest travel volume since 2005, the group estimates, despite gas prices reaching close to $3 per gallon. These are the travel times to avoid if you don’t want to sit in traffic, based on data from …
Southwest Airlines is going to allow people who don’t want to fly on the Boeing 737 Max to switch planes for free (LUV)
Southwest Airlines CMO Ryan Green told CNBC that his airline won’t make passengers who don’t want to fly on the Boeing 737 Max pay additional airfare to switch flights. Southwest does not charge passengers a fee to change their tickets, but it does usually charge customers the difference in airfare. All Boeing 737 Max airliners …
The best beach chairs you can buy
Insider Picks writes about products and services to help you navigate when shopping online. Insider Inc. receives a commission from our affiliate partners when you buy through our links, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. A beach chair is of the utmost importance in ensuring that you have a comfortable day …
I stayed in an abandoned grain silo that was transformed into one of the trendiest boutique hotels in the world, and it definitely lived up to the hype
The Silo Hotel “might well be the most incredible hotel you ever stay in,” according to the Evening Standard. The hotel opened in March of 2017 in Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront neighborhood, and has since been named one of the best new hotels in the world by Condé Nast Traveler and dubbed a “luxury lair” …
Here’s exactly how I used credit card points to take 3 incredible trips I never would have been able to afford otherwise
Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network if you apply for a credit card, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. I use rewards credit cards to score free flights and hotel stays, with a focus on luxury hotels and all-inclusive properties that I wouldn’t otherwise be …
This is the first card to open if you want to get into credit card rewards
Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network if you apply for a credit card, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. There are a ton of rewards credit cards available, but if you’re just getting started with collecting points and miles, you should open the Chase Sapphire …
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The best camping stoves you can buy
Insider Picks writes about products and services to help you navigate when shopping online. Insider Inc. receives a commission from our affiliate partners when you buy through our links, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. A reliable camp stove is a great way to enjoy a warm meal and a hot …
I’ve always said the Chase Sapphire Reserve is the best overall rewards card, but right now I’d tell anyone to consider the Sapphire Preferred instead
Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network if you apply for a credit card, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. The premium Chase Sapphire Reserve is my pick for the best overall rewards credit card, while the more mainstream Chase Sapphire Preferred Card is a strong …
11 tips and tricks for avoiding duds and finding the perfect vacation spot on Airbnb
Airbnb is one of the most popular ways to see the world, but there are lots of details to consider before booking with the site. These tips can help you avoid a mediocre experience with Airbnb so you can achieve true vacation nirvana. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. I use Airbnb all the …
This is the only rewards credit card most people will ever need to open
Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network if you apply for a credit card, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. If you’re looking for one main rewards credit card, that should be the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card. The card earns double points on all dining and …
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8 powerful life lessons a tech exec learned when her charity climb to one of the highest summits in the world tested her physically and mentally
By day, Elena Kvochko is a technology executive, but outside of her career, she’s passionate about philanthropy work that supports good causes. That’s what led her to climb Aconcagua in Argentina, the highest mountain in the Americas, at the end of 2017 when she was raising money for the non-profit Refugees International. She committed to …
A travel photographer who spends half her life on the road shares her 2 favorite travel credit cards, and how they make traveling the world easier every day
Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network if you apply for a credit card, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. Credit-card points and travel benefits can help anyone afford to travel more — or more comfortably. The trick is to use your credit card is if …
Lo & Sons’ latest backpack is practical and professional — I no longer have to carry two bags to work on gym days
Insider Picks writes about products and services to help you navigate when shopping online. Insider Inc. receives a commission from our affiliate partners when you buy through our links, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. Lo & Sons just launched a new convertible travel backpack, the Rowledge, for $375. It can …
7 of the most devious hotel scams people fall for when booking a room
Hotel scams cost Americans nearly $4 billion a year. By booking directly with your hotel or by using a travel agent, you can avoid many of the worst scams out there. We asked experts to describe seven of the worst hotel scams customers fall for. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. Hundreds of new …
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11 of the weirdest things you can buy in international airports
There are some bizarre and interesting things for sale at airports around the world. At airports around the world, you can buy things like voodoo dolls, replica “Harry Potter” wands, and even a ride on a 39-foot slide. Here are 11 of the weirdest items and services you can get in airports outside the United …
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