Singapore Airlines is offering 30% off KrisFlyer Saver award redemptions for travel in February 2026. Book by January 31st across Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class to dozens of destinations.

JAL's New Year sale cuts award ticket prices across Asia, Hawaii, and Australia. Singapore starts at just 9,100 miles one-way in Economy – book between January 7-16, 2026 for travel through September.

Uber, and Rapido riders in India are losing money to two sophisticated scams: drivers using GPS spoofing to inflate fares by 3-4x, and fraudsters using fake UPI apps to steal cash. Here's how both work and how to protect yourself.

Travel hasn't become effortless, but the small persistent frictions we once accepted no longer need to exist. Here are the apps and tools that quietly remove mental load from award travel — from finding sold-out hotel rooms to knowing about delays before the gate agent does.

January isn't just about recovering from New Year's Eve parties. A strategic move made now can secure elite status that lasts through the end of 2027—here's exactly how to make it happen.

Bangkok Airways' loyalty program FlyerBonus is celebrating 20 years with an aggressive points sale. Members can redeem award flights at just 20% of the usual cost for travel throughout 2026—but the booking window is only 10 days.

Your loyalty programs now talk to each other, turning everyday spending—from ride-shares to coffee runs—into your next free flight or hotel night. Here's your complete checklist to linking accounts for maximum returns.

The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) is finally open after years of delays. Here's the Day 1 report, the current soft-launch reality, and the definitive guide on whether you should book BOM or NMI for your next trip.

American Express India is temporarily suspending its online travel booking service from January 27, 2026. If you need to book Fine Hotels & Resorts or The Hotel Collection stays, you'll have to call the Platinum Travel Service instead.

Scapia's lifetime-free add-on cards turn ₹10,000 monthly spend into unlimited airport lounge access or ₹1,000 shopping vouchers—per card.

The fire at Birch by Romeo Lane is a tragic reminder that tourists often assume open venues are safe. Here's how to run a quick safety audit on your vacation without killing the vibe.

A sophisticated scam is surging in Bangkok where well-dressed couples with children approach tourists, feigning interest in foreign currency. They use sleight of hand or counterfeit USD swaps to steal your money. Here's how to spot it and stay safe.

Google Pay's new Flex credit card with Axis Bank looks beautiful but delivers a painful 0.2% rewards rate. Here's why this UPI-focused card might actually hurt your financial portfolio.

Singapore Airlines is offering 30% off KrisFlyer Saver award redemptions to dozens of destinations worldwide for January travel. Book by December 31, 2025 to lock in discounted mile rates across Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Class.

Eskimo, a Singapore-based eSIM provider, is challenging the industry's expiring data model with 2-year validity on all plans. New users get 500MB of global data free—no purchase required.

The usual trade-off between Lifetime Free cards and Welcome Bonuses doesn't apply right now. Scapia is offering ₹1,000+ in travel value just for signing up—plus a referral program with rewards like Apple Watch SE and GoPro.

Wondering what all those different hotel plans mean? Here's a simple guide to all hotel meal plans - AP vs MAP vs CP vs EP...

Timing is the leverage that separates forever intermediates from top-tier elites. Here's why Q1 is the strategic window you can't afford to miss for status challenges, card renewals, and loyalty program resets.

Earning Star Alliance Gold used to require endless "mileage runs" on planes. Now, you can earn a chunk of it while riding a roller coaster or taking a private car to your hotel.

IndiGo’s meltdown is not just about missed flights; it’s about a monopoly that has stopped caring because it knows you have no other choice.

Scapia is running a Christmas referral campaign where you can earn a BookMyShow voucher with 3 referrals, or pick from an Apple Watch SE 3, GoPro HERO 12, Ray-Ban Meta glasses, or ₹30,000 travel vouchers with 7 successful referrals. Your referred friends also get ₹1,000 off their first flight booking.

The service is in beta and currently available for destinations in Europe only.

eSims to cashbacks, booking activities to secure your phone, flight deals to discounted hotel stays - here are all the apps you need to pack for your trip...

5 star hotels can be pretty confusing. Especially, when it come to picking up a room type for your stay. Let's see some of the common types of room in a 5 star hotel.

Faster Room Upgrades Tips. We spoke to several frequent travelers, and here is what they had to say about getting room upgrades at hotels.

Our wish for today — Tier points on award flights.

Thailand has announced an extension of its visa exemption program for tourists from India and Taiwan. This waiver is now valid until November 11, 2024.

The discount is applicable on the saver award tickets, with international redemptions starting at 5950 KrisFlyer miles.

This fee-based status match offer is available for silver status as well. The status match is available for several airlines including Air Asia, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, and Vistara.

The service charge is a broader fee that helps cover a range of costs associated with offering in-room dining, while the tray charge is specifically tied to the delivery process.

Boeing 737 Max's safety is under scrutiny again as planes grounded after fuselage incident.

It all began uneventfully with a tweet by India's Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi. He shared a few pictures from Lakshadweep, and encouraged Indians to explore the island.

Starting December 1st, Indian and Chinese passport holders can travel to Malaysia without a visa for up to 30 days.

Citizens of these countries can stay in Thailand for 30 days without any visa requirement.

We have all seen ‘Club Level’ tags on elevators, on booking pages and hotel websites. So what exactly are Club Rooms or Club Level and how exactly are they different from other standard, superior or deluxe rooms? Let’s find out.

Your Frequent Flyer Number is the key to earning free flights and saving tons of money on your travel. A frequent flyer number is an identification number that is assigned to a customer of an airline. This number allows customers to earn miles or points each time they fly.

The hospitality industry has experienced a significant shift in the way it approaches employee benefits. Gone are the days when hotel employees were solely focused on earning a paycheck.

Even with international roaming charges becoming more affordable, they are still considerably pricier than getting a local SIM card in most countries.

All the new lounges will be available to Priority Pass members from 20th June onwards.

When it comes to getting your room cleared after a meal in your hotel room, there are a few things to consider. While it may seem easy to just leave the tray outside the door, there are some best practices that can help maintain cleanliness in your room.

From saying 'I do' in style to walking down your honeymoon suite with a shiny new elite status, getting married in a hotel can be the ultimate win-win.

HDFC Bank hints at 2 new airlines and 1 'large hotel chain' partnership in India.

It's a pretty common practice to book multiple consecutive stays at the same property. This is a smart way of booking a longer stay when your stay duration is not confirmed.

Airport lounges are meant for travelers to relax and escape the hustle and bustle of the airport. The frustration is understandable if people have to stand in long queues, or are denied entry, or are unable to work or relax in a crowded lounge.

Status match available for several other airlines across the world, including most Star Alliance and OneWorld Airlines participating frequent flyer programs.

eSims or embedded sims make it much easier to get a 'local sim', even before you leave for the airport. You need to just install an app, browse through various sim cards for each country, pay and download an eSim.

Carry on or Hand Luggage or Cabin Baggage are very convenient because you can simply land and rush out of an airport without needing to wait for your checked-in luggage to arrive. However, picking the right size for a carry on can be complicated. Especially if your trips include passing through border control.

A family trip can be a lot of fun, but it's also a lot of work. Learn how to make your next vacation easier and more enjoyable.

If you have noticed that lately, your favorite hotels seem to be a bit different, you are not alone.

Here are some of our favorite hotel booking sites to find the best rates.