How Emirates Quietly Built A Backup Plan For The World’s Longest Airbus A380 Route
Operating one of the world’s longest commercial flights is often viewed as a symbol of technological capability and airline prestige. For Emirates, however, the Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Auckland…
Best ways to use points and miles for a trip to Paris
When I first joined The Points Guy over 15 years ago, we would highlight a different destination every few weeks with our best points, miles and credit card strategies to…
Here’s What The ‘F’ In F-47 Actually Reveals About Boeing’s NGAD Fighter
When President Donald Trump walked into the Oval Office on March 21, 2025, flanked by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and United States Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin,…
Chase Sapphire Reserve dining credit: Guide to Exclusive Tables
One of my favorite perks on the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) is its dining statement credit. I receive up to $300 each year (two $150 statement credits…
United Airlines Froze Its 2026 Premier Status Thresholds, But Quietly Rewired Who Actually Earns Miles
United Airlines frequent flyers received pleasant news when the airline froze its Premier status thresholds for 2026. They’re effectively the same as in 2025, which makes it overall easier for…
Best weekend getaways in the US
As an outdoors-oriented, music-loving road-tripper who tends to get restless, I’ve taken many a weekend trip over the past few years. Some of my favorites include days cooing over otters…
Here’s What Happens To A Commercial Aircraft’s Market Value The Moment The Airline Operating It Files For Bankruptcy
The exact second an airline files for bankruptcy, a fast and brutal price split happens. On paper, the long-term usefulness of an aircraft (called its Base Value) might look totally…
Why the Sapphire Preferred remains the top travel card
The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is a consensus favorite among TPG staffers. It has been named TPG’s top travel rewards card for eight straight years, a…
Why Lockheed’s $11 Billion ‘Raptor 2.0’ Upgrade Finally Fixes The F-22’s Biggest Pacific Weakness
As the US Air Force will need to wait half a decade before the arrival of a true successor to the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor, it is preparing for one…
How to travel to Europe using points and miles
Europe is an ever-popular destination for points and miles collectors thanks to its rich history, diverse cultures, excellent beaches and gourmet cuisine. However, with new routes, mileage devaluations and airline…

















