The city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates is known for its extravagant, newly built landmarks like the Burj Khalifa, the Palm Jumeirah, and the Dubai Mall. But those landmarks have little to do with Dubai’s history as a major trading city at a crossroads between Asian and Middle Eastern trading routes. To see …
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The best convertible backpacks that turn into tote bags
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase. The answer to your bag woes is a convertible backpack and tote bag that changes with the adjustment of a strap. The Senreve Maestra is the best convertible …
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11 lucrative credit card deals you can get when opening a new card in December — including a 200,000-mile bonus
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider and The Points Guy Affiliate Network receive a commission from card issuers if you apply through these links and are approved. The fastest way to earn credit card rewards and frequent flyer miles is to open a new card and get the …
The nastiest feud in the airline industry is back
Air Italy announced on Wednesday that it plans to launch new routes to Los Angeles and San Francisco. Representatives for American, Delta, and United along with members of the Senate have complained that Air Italy shareholder Qatar Airways is bankrolling the airline’s expansion with government subsidized money. The US carriers believe this behavior is in …
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Some Virgin Atlantic pilots are planning to strike on Christmas — and customers are freaking out
Some Virgin Atlantic pilots are planning to strike from December 22 through December 25. The strike will involve members of the Professional Pilots Union (PPU), which represents around of a third of Virgin Atlantic’s pilots, a Virgin Atlantic representative told Business Insider. A Virgin Atlantic representative told Business Insider that a “small number” of its …
Dubai is already a tourist favorite, and now the city’s sights are set on the next milestone: becoming the center of art in the Middle East and Africa
The city of Dubai, and United Arab Emirates as a whole, have become increasingly known as a hub for art in the Middle East and Africa. When I visited, I found that Dubai has dozens of galleries with a clear focus on promoting Middle Eastern and African artists with clear perspective that is far different …
5 everyday hand gestures that can get you in serious trouble outside the US
Some hand gestures that are innocent in the United States are offensive in other countries. The thumbs up, the “OK” sign, and crossing your fingers are all examples of gestures that are vulgar in certain places outside the US. Not every hand gesture is universal. And sometimes, making what you think is an innocent gesture …
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United Airlines is running a limited-time offer on the Explorer Card — here’s where to fly with its 65,000-mile sign-up bonus
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. The United Explorer Card currently offers a sign-up bonus worth up to 65,000 bonus miles. When you include points you’ll earn from spending, you can have 75,000 miles or more in six …
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 skids off the runway at Burbank Airport near Los Angeles
A Southwest Airlines jet overran the runway Thursday morning at Burbank Airport near Los Angeles. Southwest Airlines Flight 278 landed in Burbank at 9:05 am. The Boeing 737 rolled off the end of the runway and came to a stop in the Engineered Material Arresting System or EMAS. EMAS is a collapsable runway used to …
Southwest Airlines is selling one-way tickets for as low as $49 (LUV)
Southwest Airlines launched a week-long fare sale on Tuesday with one-way tickets for as low as $49. Standout deals available include Los Angeles to San Jose, California for $49, San Francisco to Las Vegas for $51, and Chicago to New York for $91. All tickets must be purchased by 11:59 pm on December 13 in …
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A woman is suing Hilton for $100 million, accusing a person of filming her in the shower and posting the video to pornographic sites (HLT)
A woman is suing Hilton Worldwide for $100 million, claiming that she was filmed in the shower during her stay at one of its hotels in Albany, New York. The plaintiff says she was then blackmailed by the suspected filmer, who allegedly posted the video to several pornographic sites and sent it to her friends …
The best credit cards to open in 2018, according to The Points Guy
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Travel and rewards website The Points Guy held its inaugural awards gala, awarding the best airline, hotel, rewards, and credit card products of 2018. The credit card winners were all nominated and …
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The 17 least safe cities in America
A new ranking from Wallet Hub listed the safest and least safe cities in America. The least safe cities missed the mark when it came to community safety, natural disaster risk, and financial safety. Some cities in the US miss the mark when it comes to safety. Personal-finance site Wallet Hub recently published its list …
I visited outlandishly wealthy Dubai, known as the ‘city of gold,’ and was surprised by how much fun you can have even without billions
The city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates is known worldwide for its extravagance and wealth. Business Insider international correspondent Harrison Jacobs visited in November, expecting it to be wildly expensive and out of reach for all but wealthy travelers. But he and his travel partner found that Dubai was a melting pot of …
I use 2 rewards cards to get free vacations at all-inclusive resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean with my family
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. All-inclusive resorts include your lodging, food, drinks, and entertainment for one low price. It’s possible to pay for all or part of your all-inclusive vacation with the right travel credit card. The …
AmEx is making good on its promise to expand Platinum cardholder benefits by opening luxe airport lounges at Heathrow and Charlotte Douglas
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. One of the best perks that comes with the Platinum Card® from American Express is extensive access to airport lounges. Of the more than 1,200 lounges that Platinum cardholders can access, the …
Here are the best airlines for 2018 according to The Points Guy
US travel and credit card review website The Points Guy held their inaugural TPG Awards on Tuesday at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York. Award winners were selected for excellence in the airline industry, hospitality, and credit cards. JetBlue won for the best domestic economy and best premium cabin while Qatar …
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Alaska Airlines is selling $39 one-way tickets for 2 days only (ALK)
Alaska Airlines launched a two-day fare sale on Tuesday with one-way tickets for as little as $39. Standout deals include $39 one-way flights between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Flights between LA and San Francisco can be had for $49 one way. All sale tickets must be purchased by 11:59 pm PT on Wednesday, December …
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A former cruise ship waiter describes why the party culture on cruise ships isn’t as fun as it seems
Cruise ships have a reputation for fostering a party culture among employees fueled by long hours and cheap drinks available at crew-only bars. But social drinking can turn into self-medication, according to Brian David Bruns, who worked as a waiter for Carnival Cruise Lines. Bruns told Business Insider that the stress and loneliness of working …
The 25 best fine dining restaurants in the world, according to travellers
TripAdvisor has revealed the top 25 fine dining restaurants in the world for 2018. The ranking was created by an algorithm which assessed both quality and quantity of reviews on the travel website. The top restaurant this year is Au Crocodile in Strasbourg, France. The best fine dining restaurants in the world for 2018 have …
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Southwest is making it too easy to qualify for its lucrative Companion Pass
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Southwest is currently offering an up to 60,000-point sign-up bonus for all four of its credit cards — over half of what’s needed to get the 110,000 points necessary for the lucrative …
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One of New York City’s most affordable tourist experiences is a tram that takes you 250 feet above the city for the price of a subway fare
Roosevelt Island is one of New York City’s hidden gems, and the best way to get there is the Roosevelt Island Tramway. For $2.75 — the price of a subway ticket — the aerial tram takes passengers 250 feet above the city. The incredible views make it a one-of-a-kind New York tourist experience. New Yorkers …
An American Airlines passenger in a wheelchair was reportedly stranded for hours at the airport in Chicago after her flight was canceled (AAL)
An American Airlines passenger in a wheelchair was reportedly left stranded for hours at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport after her flight was canceled and a porter left her alone when his shift ended. CBS Chicago reported that 67-year-old Olympia Warsaw has Parkinson’s Disease and diabetes, which means that she has difficulties communicating and must use …
This Southwest Airlines card carries a $99 annual fee, but it can earn you free domestic flights and trips to the Caribbean
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. The Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card offers a big sign-up bonus — 40,000 points after you spend $1,000 on your card within three months of account opening and 20,000 more points …
12 packing essentials on every business traveler’s list
The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase. Everyone has the packing essentials they never travel without, but the list can look a little different for business travelers, who tend to take shorter, more frequent trips …
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What it’s like to vacation in St. Moritz, the hidden gem in the Swiss Alps where celebrities, billionaires, and royalty go to ski
St. Moritz, a ski resort in the Swiss Alps, has played home to the Winter Olympics not once, but twice. With a number of five-star hotels and Michelin restaurants, St. Moritz has also become a pinnacle of luxury and a destination for the elite. Celebrities, billionaires, and royalty flock to St. Moritz every winter to …
6 airline industry secrets that will help you fly like a pro this holiday season
Holiday travel can be hectic and expensive, but there are a few tricks that can help you get the best prices on plane tickets and fly more comfortably. For example, flight attendants drink a lot of bottled water to stay hydrated on the airplane because the air is less than 20% humidity — that’s drier …
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