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Millennials are willing to spend $5000 or more on vacation, making them the age group that spends the most on travel — but Gen Z isn’t far behind
Millennials are the generation driving growth in the travel industry, but Generation Z is emerging as an age group to watch, as well. Young people ages 18 to 34 are most likely to spend more moey on vacations than other age groups. Thirty-three percent of polled millennials are willing to spend $5,000 or more on …
TSA catches man smuggling a handgun hidden in a DVD player at JFK Airport
A New York man was arrested after a handgun was discovered hidden inside a DVD player he had packed in his checked bag at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Saturday. It is legal to fly with guns and ammunition in check luggage, but only if very specific guidelines are followed. TSA regulations forbid passengers …
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Inside the Neon Carnival, Coachella’s exclusive, star-studded after-party where money doesn’t score an invite
The Neon Carnival is Coachella‘s notorious, unofficial after-party. Exclusive and star-studded, the invite-only Neon Carnival attracts A-list guests, from Drake to Leonardo DiCaprio. Take a look inside the party and what it takes to bring it all together. Visit BusinessInsider.com for more stories. The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival may have been dubbed the …
I got a last-minute ticket to Coachella, the festival as famous for its flashy outfits and Instagram-heavy attractions as its music. Here’s what it’s really like to attend.
The Coachella Music & Arts Festival takes place over two weekends in April at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. I decided to go to Coachella for the first time this year. While I loved the musical performances and felt that the event was well-organized, I probably won’t be attending again as it is …
Air New Zealand sells an unusual economy seat that can turn into a couch. Here’s why they are a bit disappointing, but still worth it.
We tried out Air New Zealand’s Skycouch on a recent vacation to New Zealand. The Skycouch allows passengers to convert a row of three economy class seats into a flat platform. According to the airline “Skycouch is a great option for families, couples and those just wanting a bit of extra personal space.” We thought …
My favorite travel bag has lasted more than 6 years and nearly 500,000 miles
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REI’s Outdoor School offers thousands of classes and events — some are even free
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. REI offers classes, outings, and events for nature lovers. All levels are welcome to sign up …
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I went to my first Priority Pass lounge in the US after visiting dozens abroad, and international ones are light-years better due to the food
As I’ve traveled over the last year, I’ve made extensive use of airport lounges through my credit card, which offers a free Priority Pass membership as a perk. Priority Pass has access to over 1,200 lounges all over the world. While I loved my experience with Priority Pass abroad, many American users complained last year …
11 clever products to help you travel safer — from slash-proof backpacks to water purification tablets
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. Traveling can be exciting, glamorous, and memorable, but it can also be unfamiliar, confusing, and a …
3 reasons you should open a new credit card before a summer vacation
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. Earning credit card sign-up bonuses is the fastest way to get credit card points or frequent flyer miles to put toward free travel. Because you typically …
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A points-and-miles expert who got a tank of gas for 38 cents shares exactly which credit card to open if you want to fill up for less
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. By maximizing credit card rewards points and miles, you can easily earn enough to travel …
6 things that cost more in the US than they do abroad
Americans pay a less than consumers in many countries for myriad products, but they pay much more than their international counterparts for certain services. Education and healthcare are the two areas where citizens of the United States pay significantly more than people from almost any other nation. In many nations, government subsidies dramatically drive down …
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4 heavy-hitting hotel rewards cards are offering the highest welcome bonuses we’ve ever seen — but you only have weeks to get them
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. There are four hotel rewards credit cards that currently offering their highest-ever welcome bonuses: the …
Egypt is the biggest hot spot for elite travelers in 2019. Here’s what it’s like to visit as a billionaire, from luxury resorts on the Red Sea to sold-out cruises down the Nile
Egypt is the top spot billionaires are traveling to in 2019, according to boutique luxury travel agency Original Travel. Egypt is rich in history, culture, and luxury, offering a little bit of something for everyone. There are a few sites, areas, and hotels, in particular, inspiring the wealthy to visit Egypt — take a look …
Carnival reportedly dumped over 500,000 gallons of sewage and 11,000 gallons of food waste improperly in the year after it admitted to illegally releasing oil into the ocean (CCL)
A report from an environmental-compliance inspector says Carnival Corp. violated environmental laws in the first year after it reached a $40 million settlement for improper waste disposal. The inspector found over 800 violations of Carnival‘s five-year probation between April 2017 and April 2018, though the violations were accidental and disclosed by Carnival, the Miami Herald …
The first step anyone should take to start getting more from credit card rewards, according to an expert
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. Using credit card benefits and earning rewards points — especially welcome bonuses for new cardholders …
The 100,000-point bonus for Marriott’s new luxury card is a no-brainer if you book at least a couple stays a year — but you only have until April 24 to get it
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. This is the last chance to earn a 100,000-point welcome bonus on the new Marriott …
The best picnic baskets you can buy
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Here are all the people and companies who have collectively pledged nearly $730 million so far to help rebuild Notre-Dame after the disastrous fire
France’s super-rich have pledged to donate millions to help rebuild the Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris after a devastating fire. The donors include billionaires LVMH chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault, Kering founder François-Henri Pinault, the Bettencourt Meyers family, which controls L’Oreal, and many other French companies. Apple CEO Tim Cook said his company will also donate …
A navy vet who’s been using points and miles for 7 years explains how active-duty servicemembers can travel for less
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. Rewards points and frequent-flyer miles can help anyone travel for free or cheap, but active-duty …
Take a look inside the most expensive campground at Coachella, where people pay up to $25,000 to sleep in a yurt and be driven around by a personal golf cart
Safari Campground is Coachella’s most expensive on-site campsite, with luxury tent rates beginning around $10,000 for a four-night stay. Festival packages including lodging at circular Resort Yurts cost around $25,000, according to Money. Staying on the campgrounds gives festival-goers access t0 a private bar and spa, along with personal golf cart transportation to and from …
I had an amazing time at Coachella — but I probably still wouldn’t go back because of the effort it takes to get there
The Coachella Music & Arts Festival takes place over two weekends in April at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. I decided to go to Coachella for the first time this year. While I loved the musical performances and felt that the event was well-organized, I probably won’t be attending again as it is …
Forget about the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx: I spent a month in Egypt, and the most spectacular site I visited was the ancient city of Thebes
Egypt’s most famous site is the Great Pyramid of Giza, the only one of the Seven Wonders of the World still standing and one of the new seven wonders of the world, introduced in 2007. On a recent trip to Egypt, I found that the city of Luxor, once the ancient capital of Thebes and …
A hotel credit card in the shadow of Hilton and Marriott is offering one of the best sign-up bonuses we’ve ever seen — but only for a limited time
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. Ending May 2: The IHG Rewards Club Premier Credit Card is offering one of the …
The CEO of one of the world’s most famous luxury beach clubs told us the craziest things she’s done for A-list guests
Nikki Beach owns some of the most famous luxury beach clubs in the world. From Saint Barth to Miami, the properties are frequented by too many celebrities to name. CEO Lucia Penrod told Business Insider that every guest is treated like a VIP — but some A-listers have some pretty unique demands. From making it …
I got a free, last-minute ticket to Coachella, and it still cost $2,000 to go. Here’s exactly what I spent for a weekend at the notoriously expensive festival.
The Coachella Music & Arts Festival takes place over two weekends in April at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Coachella tickets cost $429 for general admission, but how much Coachella costs depends on what you want. I decided to go to Coachella for the first time this year. When I was given press …