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For years, Choice Privileges has been one of the best-value ways to book hotels in Japan with points. The program has offered relatively inexpensive yet centrally located award options, making it my go-to loyalty program when visiting Japan. In the past four years, I’ve redeemed Choice points for 45 nights, including 37 nights in Japan. … Read more

Don’t let Central Florida’s steamy weather stop you from visiting Walt Disney World in the summer. There is no denying it can get hot, humid and steamy in the summer months, but that’s what hotel pools and water parks are for. Temperatures aside, summer is one of the best times to visit Disney World thanks … Read more

Southwest Airlines is getting ready to switch on high-speed Starlink inflight connectivity. The first aircraft equipped with the free and ultra-fast Wi-Fi, a Boeing 737-800, will enter service by the end of June, Southwest chief customer and brand officer Tony Roach said at an industry conference this weekend. It’s a major step forward for the … Read more

American Airlines will soon have a new partner in the South Pacific. Over the weekend, the Oneworld alliance announced that Philippine Airlines will soon become its newest member. The move will see the airline, based in Manila, become a full-fledged alliance partner of American and more than a dozen other global airlines — like British … Read more

If you’re a college student planning to study abroad, you’re in for a real treat. There’s nothing like living outside the country and immersing yourself in another culture, traveling and exploring different places virtually every weekend. But this adventure doesn’t come cheap. For example, you can expect to spend anywhere from $1,500 to $7,000 during … Read more