In Myanmar, elephants have worked in the timber-logging industry since the 1800s, but thousands are retiring. Government elephant camps around the country are now working to figure out what to do with the aging animals, since releasing them into the wild comes with many challenges. I recently visited one of the country’s private elephant nursing …
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The 10 best major airports in the world
The air-travel website AirHelp has released a ranking of 132 major airports across the world. The airports were evaluated on criteria like customer service, cleanliness, on-time performance, and the food and shopping options available to travelers. AirHelp selected airports that are the “best known and most used” for its rankings while leaving out airports for …
I toured the $10,000-a-night penthouse suite of a new luxury hotel in the heart of Times Square in NYC, and I felt like I was miles from the most-hated part of the city
Legendary hotelier Ian Schrager just opened a brand-new luxury hotel in the heart of Times Square in New York City. The Times Square EDITION is a 452-room luxury hotel that includes a restaurant run by a Michelin-starred chef, an outdoor terrace, and a nightclub. A standard guest room starts at about $360 per night and …
Boeing has finished the software update to fix the grounded 737 Max that was involved in two fatal crashes (BA)
Boeing announced on Thursday that it has finished development work on the software fix for the grounded 737 Max airliner. The company is now working with the FAA to schedule certification test flights and to submit its final certification documents. All 371 Boeing 737 Max airliners in service have been grounded since March 13 following …
AmEx Platinum vs AmEx Gold: Which rewards credit card is better for you
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. Both the Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card offer valuable rewards on purchases, large welcome bonuses, and useful benefits. Both cards …
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38% of flight attendants said in a new survey that they were physically abused by a passenger taking medication during the past year
Flight attendants reported a significant amount of verbal and physical misconduct during the prior year from passengers who had taken medication in a new study from Direct Line Insurance Group. 38% of respondents said they had been physically abused by a passenger who had taken medication, while 46% said they had received a verbal insult …
Southwest Airlines launched affordable flights to Hawaii, and earning points for a cheap or free seat is easier than ever
Personal Finance Insider writes about products, strategies, and tips to help you make smart decisions with your money. Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network, but our reporting and recommendations are always independent and objective. Southwest Airlines launched its inaugural flight to Hawaii from Oakland to Honolulu on March 17, …
I toured a $39.5 million triplex penthouse in an iconic NYC building that’s beloved by celebs and musicians. From the futuristic lobby to the Elon Musk-inspired study, I had never seen anything like it.
A three-story penthouse at 520 West 28th Street in New York City is on the market for $39.5 million. The 39-residence boutique building was designed by legendary Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid, who died in 2016. The condo comes with a 2,000-square foot rooftop terrace overlooking the High Line park. The building’s amenities include a private …
I have 26 credit cards, and there are 4 travel cards I always choose above the rest to pay for airfare, hotels, or tours
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 author, Holly Johnson, has 26 credit cards, but there are a handful she always uses when she pays for travel expenses. Her go-to Chase Sapphire …
I visited the long-awaited TWA Hotel at JFK airport, and it’s a must-see for travel nerds, aviation geeks, and history buffs
The long-awaited TWA Hotel opened Wednesday at JFK International Airport. Located in the iconic Trans World Airlines Flight Center terminal building, the hotel makes use of a classic building that’s been abandoned since the airline went bankrupt in 2001. The hotel has six restaurants, a cocktail lounge in a classic Lockheed Constellation airplane, shopping boutiques, …
The 10 worst major airports in the world
The air-travel website AirHelp has released a ranking of 133 major airports across the world. The airports were evaluated on criteria like customer service, cleanliness, on-time performance, and the food and shopping options available to travelers. AirHelp selected airports that are the” best known and most used” for its rankings while leaving out airports for …
American Airlines CEO reveals why a small Italian airline is the focus of the nastiest feud in the airline industry (AAL)
Air Italy is a small Italian airline and yet, it’s playing a central role in a feud between America’s three largest air carriers and their rivals from the Persian Gulf. American, Delta, and United Airlines have long accused Emirates, Etihad, and Qatar Airways of unfairly benefiting from as much as $50 billion in government subsidies. …
Hundreds of TSA agents will reportedly be sent to the border this summer to help immigration officials as the influx of migrants skyrockets to a 12-year high — and the agency just gave a cryptic warning about what the staffing shortage will mean for security during the busy travel season
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) plans to send as many as 575 employees to the southern border to assist immigration officials, according to a new CNN report. The TSA reportedly does not plan to send workers from airport security checkpoints at the outset. “We also understand that we are accepting some risk as we enter …
I used one of my favorite credit card perks to stay in a Las Vegas luxury hotel and come out $20 ahead
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. Writer Adam Bauer used AmEx’s luxury hotel portal to book a $79 night in a Vegas luxury hotel that offered so much additional value he ultimately …
I toured the most expensive condo for sale in Miami, a $48 million ‘mansion in the sky’ with a 6,000-square-foot private terrace and a pool. Take a look inside the 3-story penthouse.
The most expensive condo for sale in Miami-Dade County is a $48 million triplex penthouse in Miami Beach. The 11,031-square-foot condo occupies three floors at the top of the 42-story Continuum tower in the South of Fifth neighborhood. The “mansion in the sky,” as Douglas Elliman calls it, has seven bedrooms, a 6,091-square-foot private terrace …
The US is ordering all non-emergency government employees to leave Iraq ‘as soon as possible’ amid rising tensions with Iran
The US Department of State has ordered all non-emergency US government employees out of Iraq, a security notice announced Wednesday. Evacuating personnel were told to “depart Iraq by commercial transportation as soon as possible” and “avoid US facilities within Iraq.” The decision comes amid rising tensions with Iran, which the US recently accused of plotting …
This is the best credit card for Delta flyers in 2019 — and it isn’t what you’d expect
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. Although Delta offers a few co-branded credit cards, there’s a different credit card that’s actually a better choice for the airline’s regulars. The Platinum Card® from …
Angry JetBlue customers are slamming the airline after the company was hit with a software outage and flights were delayed (JBLU, SABR)
A software outage from Sabre, a travel-industry information-technology provider, caused delays for JetBlue on Tuesday morning. A JetBlue representative confirmed to Business Insider that its Sabre-operated systems were working again. Tuesday’s incident followed a Sabre outage in April that affected a number of airlines, including JetBlue, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines. Visit Business Insider’s homepage …
2 tons of lobster, 8,000 fresh roses, and 18,000 bottles of wine: A Cannes hotel reveals what goes into hosting the glamorous, celeb-filled film festival
The 72nd annual Cannes Film Festival began today — celebrities will congregate in the French Riviera for 12 days to celebrate film debuts and deals. Hotel Barrière Le Majestic, a luxury hotel that hosts opening and closing events for the festival and serves as a place to stay for the stars, shared what’s involved behind …
Lyft and Hilton just announced a new partnership that can help you get free nights in hotels
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. Starting Tuesday, you can earn Hilton Honors hotel loyalty points every time you ride with Lyft. After you register for the new partnership, you’ll earn 2x …
You can get up to 60,000 United miles by opening the airline’s credit card, but the offer ends this week
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 United Explorer Card has one of its highest public sign-up bonuses, but it ends in just a few days. When you apply by May 16 …
Four Seasons has a new private jet that will take wealthy passengers on 3-week trips around the world for $147,000 — take a look inside
Four Seasons is launching its newest private jet, reported Bloomberg and Robb Report. The jet will replace its 2015 model and will invite guests on 3-week vacations with starting rates of $147,000 per person. The newest feature is an onboard lounge and cocktail bar, which will be used for cooking classes and other activities in …
I got access to the richest zip code in the US, an island off Miami where the average income is $2.2 million, the beaches have sand imported from the Bahamas, and the preferred mode of transportation is golf carts. Here’s what it looks like.
The richest zip code in the US is Fisher Island, a 216-acre members-only island off the coast of Miami. The average income of the island’s residents is $2.2 million. About 700 families live in almost 30 luxury condominium buildings on the man-made island, where the median home value is about $3.2 million. To become a …
I haven’t paid for a plane ticket in over 5 years, but I still got elite status on Southwest thanks to my AmEx Platinum
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. Jason Steele flies regularly, but hasn’t paid for a flight in more than five years thanks to his credit card rewards. His Business Platinum® Card from …
The top 15 countries with the most billionaires, ranked
Fifteen countries account for 75% of the world’s billionaire population and 79% of the world’s billionaire wealth, according to Wealth-X’s 2019 Billionaire Census report. The US dominates, with 705 billionaires who have a collective wealth of more than $3 trillion. All the top Asia-Pacific countries saw a decrease in billionaire population while major European countries …
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20 travel gifts for the student who’s planning a big trip after graduation
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. Many students take the opportunity to travel in the months immediately following graduation. The big post-grad …
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A Royal Caribbean employee reveals the one question you should always ask cruise ship workers
If you’re ever on a cruise, you should ask the ship’s employees where to go at ports, a Royal Caribbean employee told Business Insider. Casino workers, retail workers, dancers, and guest services employees are among the best people to ask for recommendations since they get enough free time to explore ports. But there are some …