An anecdote from a Marriott hotel in Mexico demonstrates that even with violence on the street that essentially trapped hotel guests on the property, late checkout was too much to ask for. But I’m siding with the hotel on this one. Marriott Platinum Says He Was “Bonvoyed” During Violence In...

In the past, I’ve written a post comparing the major hotel loyalty programs, sharing what I view as the pros and cons of each. There are various factors to consider, ranging from a hotel group’s global footprint, to elite recognition, to the points earning structure.

In the past, Ive written a post comparing the major hotel loyalty programs, sharing what I view as the pros and cons of each. There are various factors to consider, ranging from a hotel groups global footprint, to elite recognition, to the points earning structure.

​tl;dr – This ‘hack’ could save you a few dollars on your next points purchase. ​I’m a big… The post Tip: Purchasing Points Through the Marriott Booking Flow May Net You a Flash Discount appeared first on You Are Travel.

DHS shut down Global Entry on February 22. No warning, no timeline for coming back. What Happened Secretary Kristi Noem cited funding issues and staffing shortages. The official line: redirecting personnel to help the “broader traveling population” during budget constraints and winter storms. TSA PreCheck got axed in the same...

A Marriott Bonvoy Platinum elite member sparked viral backlash after publicly demanding a guaranteed 4 p.m. late checkout at the Westin Puerto Vallarta, despite violent cartel retaliation outside the resort causing widespread flight cancellations and roadblocks. The internet quickly mocked the entitled complaint amid the dangerous situation.

Nowadays I don’t seek out airline elite status the same way that I used to in the past. While I still think there’s huge value to earning airline miles, the value of status simply isn’t there in the way that it used to be, at least not consistently — upgrades...

Caesars Rewards has quietly added a new elite perk for Diamond Elite members: a cruise of up to 7 days in an Oceanview stateroom on Norwegian Cruise Lines for cruises to destinations like the Caribbean, Bermuda, the Mexican Riviera and more. Alternatively, Diamond Elite members could cruise to Alaska with...

​tl;dr – Bed bugs on a Delta flight. ​A few weeks ago, a man traveling on a Delta… The post Favorite Traveling Companion?: Man Finds Bed Bug on Delta Flight appeared first on You Are Travel.

A Delta Air Lines flight bound for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) was forced… The post Delta Boeing 737 Blows Engine During Takeoff and Ignites Grass Fire at Savannah Airport appeared first on The Bulkhead Seat.

British Airways accidentally leaked the seat map of its reconfigured Airbus A380 superjumbos in a website snafu, which, as any frequent flyer with the Heathrow-based carrier will likely testify, is in keeping with the airline’s atrocious IT skills. The seat map is believed to have been live for several days...

For all the noise about reversing course on TSA PreCheck, one major trusted traveler program remains inexplicably offline. And like PreCheck, there is no credible operational or fiscal justification for it. Global Entry Remains Suspended And There Is No Rational Case For It While the Trump administration moved quickly to...

As any aviation geek can attest to, sometimes the journey can be even more fun than the destination. Over the years there are many flights I’ve been tempted to take simply because they seem ”cool,” for a variety of reasons.

As any aviation geek can attest to, sometimes the journey can be even more fun than the destination. Over the years there are many flights Ive been tempted to take simply because they seem cool, for a variety of reasons.

Suspending Global Entry during the government shutdown has created chaos at U.S. airports, resulting in massive lines, compromised security screening, and growing economic damage—including a worsened trade deficit due to reduced international travel. Instead of saving resources, the policy decision by DHS is increasing staff demands, weakening border security, and...

Tourists from various countries are stranded as violence has broken out in parts of Mexico. Violence broke out…