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WHO Urgently Trying to Trace Passengers On Flight With Woman Who Died From Hantavirus Infection
The World Health Organization (WHO) is urgently trying to trace up to 98 passengers who were on a flight for more than four hours with a woman who died after being infected with Hantavirus just one day after the plane flew from the remote South Atlantic island of St Helena...
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Expedia Amex Offer: Get 10% back on prepaid hotels up to $1,250 spend
There’s a new Expedia Amex Offer out that’s giving 10% back on prepaid hotel stays. The Deal Get 10% back on prepaid hotel stays booked through Expedia with an Amex Offer. Key Terms Expires August 4, 2026. Limit of $125 in total statement credits per eligible Card Member account. Offer...
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The App I’d Never Heard Of Beat Uber in Europe
Lyft didn’t work when we landed in Europe—but not for the reason I expected. Instead of showing available rides, the app told me to download something else entirely. After a…
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Buyer’s Remorse After Buying Frontier’s “Unlimited Flights” Pass
Frontier’s “all-you-can-fly” pass sounded like a dream when it launched. But for many travelers who bought it, the reality has been… a lot more complicated. The loss of Spirit Airlines…
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What No One Tells You About Visiting Germany (Until You’re There)
A two-week trip to Germany revealed plenty of surprises—some practical, some cultural, and a few guidebooks never seem to mention. My husband and I just got home from a two-week…
View from the Wing
Creepiest Passenger Ever? Man Accused Of Groping Sleeping Woman In First Class — Then Came The Note
A 48-year-old passenger is accused of groping a sleeping woman on a Miami-bound flight from Zurich — and then, after crew separated him from her, allegedly trying to pass her a note saying she looked beautiful while sleeping. The first class detail makes the case even stranger, because SWISS’s long-haul...
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American Airlines Pilots Union Says Takeover Talks Are Happening — “Any Path Forward” Is On The Table
American Airlines pilots union leadership is no longer just criticizing management — it is openly encouraging the board to consider takeover or merger paths after United’s CEO publicly floated a deal. The union says American lacks the vision, culture change and operational progress needed to fix itself quickly enough, and...
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Passengers Outraged As British Airways Removes the “Last Hint” of Luxury From its European Business Class Cabin
British Airways passengers have been left outraged after discovering that the penny-pinching airline is planning to remove the “last hint” of luxury from its Club Europe short-haul Business Class cabin by no longer demarking premium seats with a fabric headrest cover. Of course, like many other European carriers, British Airways...
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American Airlines Passenger Talked Into His Phone For An Entire Flight — But It Wasn’t A Phone Call
Everyone says phone calls on planes would be unbearable. But passengers already talk to each other out loud, sometimes for entire flights, and one American Airlines passenger managed to dictate voice memos from New York to Miami. Either way the issue is volume and courtesy, not what technology is...
Paddle Your Own Kanoo
British Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner Grounded After it Was Impaled By Engineering Steps As Passengers Watched On From Crowded Bus
A British Airways Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner has been grounded after it was ‘impaled’ by some engineering steps that had been positioned underneath the massive widebody aircraft while it was being refueled ahead of a flight from the airline’s home hub at London Heathrow Airport. Passengers who had been due to...
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Delta Airlines Boeing 767-300ER Premium Select Class Review HND-HNL
I recently flew premium economy on the Delta Airlines Boeing 767-300ER HND-HNL from Tokyo to Honolulu. This Delta Airlines Premium Select review will talk about seats, food, amenities and ...
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Confession: I’m a “Gate Lice”… and You Should Be Too
Most people hate “gate lice” at the airport—but what if they’re actually doing it right? Let's challenge everything you think you know about boarding, overhead bin space, and how to get on the plane smarter (not ruder).
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Woman Boards Flight After Nose Job And Realizes She Forgot Something Major. Then A Flight Attendant Steps In
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‘Fly Frontier’: Charlotte Woman Has To Buy 3 Seats To Avoid ‘Harassment’ Due To Southwest’s Size Policy. Then They Tell Her She Can’t Use $300 Flight Credit
"Shame on Southwest!!!!!"
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Radar PPV! Resumo das promoções de acúmulo e transferência de pontos do dia 5 de maio de 2026
A edição do Radar PPV desta terça-feira está no ar! Como de costume, no 5.5, tivemos diversas campanhas para acúmulo de pontos e desconto na compra de produtos. Veja os detalhes a seguir! Radar PPV A Livelo está com mais de 80 ofertas de acúmulo turbinado em seus parceiros. Além...
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Alerta LATAM! Passagens nacionais a partir de R$ 132
O Alerta PPV da LATAM já está disponível, com passagens nacionais a partir de R$ 132 e diversas rotas para você escolher. Aproveite para viajar mais pagando menos. Confira agora enquanto ainda há disponibilidade! Passagens nacionais na LATAM Para garantir as suas passagens nacionais LATAM, siga estes passos: Acesse a...
Brazil
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Celebre o Mês das Mães com a Assist Card – Até 56% OFF no seguro viagem
Neste Mês das Mães, celebre quem sempre esteve ao seu lado com uma viagem especial protegida pela Assist Card. Aproveite até 56% OFF no seguro viagem, ganhe pontos Livelo e desfrute de mais conforto com acesso à sala VIP em planos selecionados. Mais do que apenas viajar, é sobre criar...
Brazil
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Alerta de passagens PPV! Conheça Lisboa a partir de 73.000 pontos no Azul pelo Mundo
Partiu Portugal? No Alerta PPV de hoje, reunimos boas oportunidades no Azul pelo Mundo para quem deseja viajar para Lisboa, em Portugal, com trechos a partir de 73.000 pontos Azul + taxas, voando com a TAAG. Confira a disponibilidade abaixo antes que acabe! Passagens para Lisboa com pontos Azul Fidelidade...
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Show da Shakira lota voos da Azul para o Rio
O show da Shakira no Rio puxou a demanda aérea para cima em poucos dias: a Azul Linhas Aéreas operou voos praticamente cheios na ida e na volta, com ocupação acima de 90% e reforço na operação durante o feriado. Ao longo do período, foram mais de 46 mil passageiros...
Brazil
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Hospede-se em hotéis Mercure e Grand Mercure pelo Brasil com diárias a partir de R$ 222
Viajar fica ainda melhor quando o descanso é parte principal da experiência! É aquele tipo de estadia que acolhe, simplifica e deixa tudo mais leve. Pensando justamente nisso, hoje reunimos hotéis Mercure e Grand Mercure pelo Brasil com diárias a partir de R$ 222, proporcionando conforto, economia e boas localizações...
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NFL Rio 2026 divulga datas das vendas de ingressos!
A NFL divulgou as datas de venda de ingressos para o aguardado jogo no Maracanã entre Baltimore Ravens e Dallas Cowboys, que acontecerá no dia 27 de setembro deste ano e marca a estreia da liga no Rio de Janeiro. A NFL confirmou nesta última segunda-feira, dia 04 de maio,...
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Alerta de passagens PPV! Trechos para a América do Sul a partir de 21.435 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas
O Alerta de passagens PPV de hoje te convida a trocar a rotina por novas experiências! E aí, topa?! Com trechos para a América do Sul a partir de 21.435 milhas LATAM Pass + taxas, seus sonhos de viagem ficam mais próximos. Explore o novo e viva histórias inesquecíveis. Confira...
Brazil
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Delta amplia parceria com Airbnb para acúmulo de milhas no SkyMiles
Membros do programa SkyMiles agora podem acumular milhas ao reservar experiências e serviços dentro do Airbnb, ampliando o acúmulo para além da hospedagem e cobrindo mais etapas da viagem. A Delta anunciou uma expansão na parceria com o Airbnb, permitindo que membros do SkyMiles acumulem milhas não apenas em hospedagens,...
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TAP oferece 10% de desconto para clientes do cartão BTG Pactual Black
A TAP Air Portugal está oferecendo 10% de desconto em passagens entre Brasil e Europa para clientes do Cartão TAP BTG Pactual Black. A promoção é válida para voos em classe econômica e executiva, com uso do cupom até 1º de junho de 2026 e viagens entre setembro e dezembro...
Brazil
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Flying Blue muda política de expiração e facilita manutenção das milhas
O programa da Air France-KLM, o Flying Blue, passou a adotar uma regra única de validade: qualquer acúmulo de milhas renova o prazo de 24 meses. A mudança elimina restrições antigas e deixa o controle das milhas bem mais simples. O Flying Blue atualizou sua regra de validade das milhas,...
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Alerta de passagens PPV! Smiles oferece trechos nacionais a partir de 5.500 milhas + taxas
Vamos para mais um Alerta PPV, trazendo boas oportunidades para você pagar barato! Nossa equipe encontrou diversas emissões nacionais a partir de 5.500 milhas Smiles + taxas, saindo de diversas cidades. Confira a lista completa a seguir e aproveite sua próxima viagem! Passagens nacionais com milhas Smiles Atenção: A busca...
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Só hoje! Realize a assinatura ou upgrade para o Clube Livelo Top e ganhe até 378.000 pontos
A Livelo entrou no clima do 5.5 e lançou novas campanhas voltadas ao Clube Livelo Top. Nesta rodada, é possível acumular até 378.000 pontos em 12 meses, tanto na adesão quanto no upgrade de plano. As ofertas são válidas para as modalidades mensal e anual. Confira os detalhes a seguir...
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Emirates retoma 96% da malha global
A Emirates já voltou a voar para 137 destinos e segue ampliando sua malha global, mesmo ainda abaixo da capacidade total. Durante o período recente de restrições, a companhia transportou milhões de passageiros e agora retoma a expansão com reforço na oferta de voos, conectividade a bordo e benefícios como...
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Congele tarifas nacionais e internacionais com 55% de desconto no Azul Fidelidade
O Azul Fidelidade acabou de lançar uma nova oferta para os clientes que estão com o saldo no vermelho. Nesta promoção, é possível conseguir 55% de desconto na tarifa congelada de voos nacionais e internacionais. Essa oferta é válida até as 9h de amanhã, dia 6 de maio, e você...
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Lufthansa leva experiência FOX a todas as classes
A Lufthansa começa a levar o FOX para toda a cabine, ampliando um projeto que até então estava concentrado na primeira classe. As mudanças passam por ajustes no serviço, mais opções ao longo do voo e uma tentativa de deixar a experiência mais consistente entre diferentes aeronaves e rotas. A...
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5.5! Confira mais de 80 ofertas junto com parceiros da Livelo
A Livelo também entrou no clima do 5.5 com uma nova rodada de ofertas, permitindo acumular até 14 pontos por real gasto em mais de 80 lojas parceiras. Confira a lista completa abaixo e aproveite para turbinar seu saldo de pontos! Promoções Livelo Confira na tabela abaixo as campanhas da...
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Sichere dir Vorteile mit dem neuen großen Flying Blue Status Match!
Flying Blue hat den Status Match erneut aufgelegt … Flying Blue bietet wieder mal eine sehr großzügige Möglichkeit…
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Finnair Plus aumenta acúmulo de Avios em voos da JAL
O programa Finnair Plus implementou mudanças no acúmulo de Avios em voos operados pela Japan Airlines (JAL), com vigência a partir de 1º de maio de 2026. A principal novidade é o aumento no acúmulo em cabines premium, além da introdução de um multiplicador adicional de pontos qualificáveis (Tier Points)...
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Transfira pontos do Nubank e ganhe até 110% de bônus no Azul Fidelidade
O Azul Fidelidade deu início a mais uma transferência em parceria com o Nubank, em que oferece aos clientes Ultravioleta, até 110% de bônus na transferência de pontos. Confira os detalhes desta oferta, válida até o dia 7 de maio, e aproveite! Promoção Azul Fidelidade e Nubank Para esta campanha, a...
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Review: como é se hospedar no Fazzenda Park Resort, em Santa Catarina
O Fazzenda Park Resort é um dos hotéis fazenda all inclusive que oferece uma experiência da mais completas do Sul do Brasil. Cercado pela natureza, combina gastronomia de alto nível, estrutura robusta e lazer para todas as idades — ideal para quem busca descanso sem abrir mão de diversão. Se...
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Emirates Skywards oferece até 40% de bônus em milhas qualificáveis
A Emirates começou a aplicar bônus no acúmulo de milhas dentro do Emirates Skywards, com bônus que podem chegar a cerca de 40% em alguns voos. Apesar disso, a falta de regras claras faz com que o benefício apareça de forma irregular, exigindo atenção na hora de conferir o total...
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Apenas hoje! ALL Signature oferece até 15% de bônus na transferência de pontos
O ALL Accor lançou uma uma nova oportunidade de transferência de pontos voltada aos assinantes dos planos ALL Signature Explorer e Absolute. Nesta campanha, é possível garantir até 15% de bônus em pontos Reward, mas é preciso agir rápido: a oferta é válida somente hoje, dia 5 de maio, e...
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5.5! Mercado Livre solta 6 novos cupons com até R$ 80 de desconto!
5.5 chegou e o Mercado Livre soltou diversos cupons para alegrar a nossa manhã! Os descontos podem chegar até R$ 80 de desconto em produtos selecionados. Aproveite para garantir sua próxima compra com desconto! Cupons Mercado Livre Produtos selecionados No momento, há 6 cupons disponíveis para produtos selecionados: MELIPROMOS – 25%...
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Should You Leave Family Members At The Airport If They’re Late?
If you are traveling with family members who are late to the airport who are late, should you leave them behind if they are at risk of not making the flight? What would you do if ...
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Which Marriott credit card is the best? (5 Free Night Offer Ending SOON!)
There are 5 different Marriott credit cards - each with their own set of perks and benefits. Let's take a look at the pros and cons and decide which Marriott card is best

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Misleading By Omission: The Legacy of Spirit Airlines
Many people are mourning the loss of Spirit Airlines after the airline ceased its operations in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 2, 2026 — but its legacy lives on in the form of misleading by omission. To say that Spirit Airlines was a pioneer in the ultra-low-cost business model...
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Save 15% on IHG award stays at new hotels
For the last few years, IHG has been offering a 15% discount on award stays at new and recently refreshed properties, with different hotels being added each month. The eligible new properties were previously bookable for three months ahead of time. Since March 2026 though, IHG has extended the booking...
Travel With Grant
Travel with Grant is Officially a Teenager & Other Life Updates
Thirteen years after launching Travel with Grant, I’m reflecting on how much life and travel have changed over the years. Between becoming a parent, taking more family road trips, and adapting my miles-and-points strategy for this season of life, it has been a very different — but rewarding — year. The...
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QANTAS: Double Status Credits surprise, but only for Australia and New Zealand
Qantas has launched a short, sharp ‘double rewards’ offer for Frequent Flyer members. You can choose between double Status Credits or double Qantas Points on eligible flights within Australia and across the Tasman. The booking window is tight. You need to register and book between 12.01 am AEST on 5...
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Amex Gold gets a slight touch-up | Coffee Break Ep104 | 5-5-26
Amex has been refreshing its credit cards lately, but the American Express® Gold Card changes are more like a slight touch-up. Amex Gold gets a slight touch-up Watch the full episode below, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. You can click the timestamps below to navigate directly to a...
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Hyatt Points Advance: The Globalist perk you didn’t know about (Lock in current award pricing)
If you’re a regular Frequent Miler reader, then chances are good that you either have Hyatt’s top-tier Globalist status, are well on your way towards it, or have at least considered pursuing it. Even if you’ve only thought about pursuing Hyatt elite status, you’re probably familiar with some of the...
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Save on stays at Choice’s Cambria & Ascend Collection brands with targeted Amex Offers
A couple of new Amex Offers appeared late last week that can save you a decent amount of money when staying at Choice’s Cambria and Ascend Collection brands. The Deals Spend $200+ on room rate & room charges in one or more transactions at Ascend Collection properties in the US...
Miles To Memories
A Robot Flew Southwest, Spirit Went Away, and JetBlue Has a Pricing Problem!
The fallout from Spirit Airlines failing, cheap things you need to pack, JetBlue price fixing allegations & how your personal robot will fly.
View from the Wing
Video Shows Rental Car Returned With Spaghetti On The Seat — And Windows Left Down In The Rain
A rental car employee went viral after showing a car returned after hours with the windows left down in the rain — and a full plate of spaghetti sitting on the passenger seat. A $9,000 cleanup bill may sound inflated, but between water damage, stains, odor, remediation and loss of...
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Save on Turo rides with Amex Offers, Chase Offers, & Citi Offers
There are currently several card-linked offers available through different banks that can save you money when booking car rentals through Turo. The Deals Save on Turo rides through the following targeted spending offers: Amex Offer – Get 20% back on up to $150 spend Chase Offer – Spend $150+ &...
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Big Chase Ink Unlimited Card 75K Bonus Points Welcome Offer (Worth $750+)
Link: Learn more about the Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card with 75K bonus points
One Mile at a Time
Big Chase Ink Unlimited Card 75K Bonus Points Welcome Offer (Worth $750+)
Link: Learn more about the Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card with 75K bonus points
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Kickstarter: XGIMI TITAN 4K RGB Laser Projector (over $10M backed)
The XGIMI TITAN is a Dual Iris 4K RGB Laser Projector with 10,000:1 Native Contrast, 7000 ISO Lumens, anti-RBE technology and more. It's on Kickstarter, but only for a few more ...
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Whatever Happened to Shoulder Season? Why Travel Prices Stay High Year-Round
For decades, savvy travelers knew how to save money: booking trips during something called shoulder season. Many travel destinations once had predictable busy seasons and quiet seasons. Beach towns filled…
The Bulkhead Seat
Delta and Airbnb Expand Partnership With Higher Earnings and Easier Booking
I love hotels and rarely book with Airbnb or VRBO. A big part of…
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Best Western promo: Earn 5K bonus points every 2 nights (Max 20K bonus points, book by 5/10)
Best Western has opened registration for a new promotion that’s awarding 5,000 bonus points for every two nights you stay at properties in the US, Canada, and the Caribbean, with a max of 20,000 bonus points available. You’ll have to make your reservations ASAP though as bookings have to be...
Miles To Memories
Ally Invest Offering $200 Bonus for Existing Ally Customers
Ally Invest has a $200 bonus for existing Ally customers. This offer is for active Ally Bank and Ally Auto customers who open a new Ally Invest account.
View from the Wing
American Airlines Adds Private Terminal Access for ConciergeKey Passengers
American Airlines has struck a deal with the PS terminals to offer a complimentary use to ConciergeKey members.
The Gate with Brian Cohen
$50 New Member Referral Bonus With Rakuten
This is your chance to cash in on a $50 new member referral bonus when you sign up as a new member of Rakuten; and you will receive a bonus of $50.00 via referral when you spend a minimum of $50.00 within the first 90 days of your new membership, which is...
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Marriott targeting some members with free $25 or $50 promo card via email
Update 5/5/26: Marriott is continuing to send out this free promotional cards. I received an email today with the subject line “Happy Birthday from Marriott Bonvoy! Enjoy a gift card on us!” which contained a $25 card. The email didn’t list any kind of expiry date, but when opening the...
Economy Class & Beyond
Introducing Eva from Geven Seating, to fly first with Wizz Air
There was an announcement (one of many) that passed me by during the busy period that is Aircraft Interiors Expo, with Geven Seating partnering with Wizz Air to launch a new seat – the Eva. Wizz Air has been a long-term customer of Geven, taking on their Essenza seat for its...
View from the Wing
Passenger’s $5,000 Jewelry Stolen From Checked Bag — Airport Worker Sells It On Facebook [Roundup]
News and notes from around the interweb: Charlotte airport staffer stole $5,000 in jewelry from a passenger’s luggage and sold it on Facebook. Their defense? ‘I didn’t steal it, I found it’ (cough) but it still didn’t belong to them and they still sold it, it seems. Court documents said...
One Mile at a Time
Chase Sapphire Preferred & Reserve Card Bonus Eligibility Rules Explained
Link: Learn more about the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card, Chase Sapphire Reserve Card, or Sapphire Reserve for Business
The Bulkhead Seat
Westin Launches Its First All-Inclusive Resort in Mexico at Playa Vallarta
In September, I wrote about Westin planning to rebrand The Westin Resort & Spa…