Qatar Airways increases cash surcharge on award seat redemptions

Qatar Airways has increased the carrier-imposed surcharges on redemptions for flights it operates in all classes without notice. While the airline had previously imposed small surcharges (an additional cash payment unrelated to the compulsory airport fees and government taxes), these amounts, which the airline calls a “redemption fee,” have increased. Related: How to transfer your…

Act fast: Air Canada offering 25% off bookings worldwide, plus Aeroplan bonus points

To celebrate the tentative agreement between Air Canada and its pilots, Air Canada is offering 25% off new bookings on all routes. It’s also awarding 2,500 bonus Air Canada Aeroplan points for new bookings. No registration or promotional code is required. Keep reading to find out the details. Air Canada offering 25% off base fares…

The best points and miles to use for last-minute award flights

Whether you’re faced with unexpected travel plans or prefer the flexibility of booking closer to departure, booking last-minute flights can be challenging, especially when coping with high flight prices and limited availability. In an emergency, the last thing you want is to have to jump through hoops to secure the flights you need to take…

Iberia Visa Signature card credit card review: Full details

Iberia Visa Signature Card overview The Iberia Visa Signature® Card is an intriguing option if you’re interested in collecting Avios points. You can redeem Avios for flights across the Oneworld alliance — and even transfer them to partners like British Airways or Aer Lingus. As a cobranded airline card, benefits are fairly run-of-the-mill, but this…

Is the Bank of America Premium Rewards Card worth the $95 annual fee?

The Bank of America®️ Premium Rewards®️ credit card has the potential to be one of the highest-earning cash-back rewards cards on the market, but it carries qualification requirements and, of course, an annual fee. Let’s review the benefits of the card to help you decide whether the $95 annual fee is worth paying for card…

Roller coasters and room service: How hotels made Universal Orlando a top vacation destination

When Universal Orlando opened June 7, 1990, it did so with only one theme park. Although it was a thrilling park with rides and attractions based on popular films like “E.T.,” “Back to the Future” and “Jaws,” it was a far cry from the tourist hot spot we know today. It wasn’t until Universal opened…