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New 'Coco' and 'Avatar' Rides Coming

21 hours ago | upgradedpoints.com | Chris Hassan |Christopher Hassan

Big changes are coming to the Disneyland Resort in California. The iconic park that Walt built will add some new attractions and remove others while improving the transit situation to and from the park. We now know where the new “Coco” attraction will be located and that the Hollywood Backlot will be transformed to make room for a brand new “Avatar” experience. Let’s take a closer look at the details.
10 Reasons To Add Tromsø, Norway, to Your 2025 Travel List

3 days ago | upgradedpoints.com | Christine Krzyszton

If visiting the Arctic Circle is on your bucket list, Tromsø, Norway, could be the perfect destination to fulfill that goal. Not only is Tromsø above the Arctic Circle, but it’s a fascinating city to visit and explore. Traveling to Nordic countries, especially Norway, can be expensive, but using points and miles can help offset some of the significant expenses. If you’ve set your sights on visiting the Arctic Circle, here are 10 reasons to consider adding Tromsø to your list. 1.
Marriott's First StudioRes Hotel Opens in Florida

4 days ago | upgradedpoints.com | Victoria Walker

A new hotel brand is always exciting news — especially one where you can redeem points for free stays. Marriott has announced the opening of the first StudioRes hotel, a new extended-stay brand, in Fort Myers, Florida. “We designed StudioRes to provide terrific value for customers with an innovative room design and highly efficient operating model for long-term stays,” said Marriott’s Chief Financial Officer Leeny Oberg. Here’s what you need to know about the new StudioRes brand from Marriott.
Buy Hilton Points With up to an 80% Bonus [0.56 Cents Each]

5 days ago | upgradedpoints.com | Carissa Rawson

Ready to book your next Hilton award stay? Members can now purchase Hilton Honors points for as little as 0.56 cents apiece. This is a targeted offer, so yours might be even better … or none at all. Also, we don’t know when this offer will end, as there’s no deadline listed in the offer’s terms. Let’s examine all the details of this promotion and when it makes sense to purchase Hilton points.
Southwest Partners With China Airlines for Interline Agreement

5 days ago | upgradedpoints.com | Chris Hassan |Christopher Hassan

Southwest Airlines has been busy lately. However, most of the press has been negative. With the airline now charging for checked bags and reducing elite benefits, loyal fans have been debating their loyalty. Southwest wants to add some positive news by announcing a partnership with China Airlines. Will that be enough good press — or any benefit — to Southwest flyers? Let’s take a look at the details.
More Postcard Cabins and Sonder Properties Join Marriott Bonvoy

6 days ago | upgradedpoints.com | Victoria Walker

Last year, Marriott announced massive deals to partner with Sonder, an apartment-style brand, and Postcard Cabins, which has a portfolio of outdoor properties, to bring these brands under the Marriott Bonvoy umbrella. Now, more of these properties are officially bookable directly through Marriott — and some are available with points. Let’s take a look. Over 50 New Properties Now AvailableAs noted by LoyaltyLobby, more Sonder hotels and Postcard Cabins are available on Marriott’s website.
EVA Air Offering Free Inflight Wi-Fi and Messaging This Summer

6 days ago | upgradedpoints.com | Chris Hassan |Christopher Hassan

EVA Air, the Taiwanese airline that services 7 U.S. cities, is set to roll out a “significant upgrade” to its inflight Wi-Fi service. To commemorate the improved product, EVA will offer free Wi-Fi on select flights this summer. For a limited time, all passengers will have access to complimentary inflight Wi-Fi on equipped aircraft. Following the promotional period, the free offerings will be extended to business class passengers and Infinity MileageLands members. Let’s take a look at the details.
How I’m Scoring 5 Free Hotel Nights This Summer With IHG Premier Card

6 days ago | upgradedpoints.com | Juan Ruiz

If you’re planning a summer 2025 vacation and want to book some fancy hotels, the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card has a new welcome bonus offer that should pique your interest. For a limited time, eligible applicants of the IHG Premier card can earn 5 free nights (worth 60,000 points each) by spending $5,000 within the first 3 months of account opening.
The Hotel News You May Have Missed — 5th Week of May 2025

1 week ago | upgradedpoints.com | Victoria Walker

It was another week of whirlwind activity across the hotel industry. Several new luxury hotels and resorts have opened in Portugal, Vietnam, and Chicago. Plus, we have the scoop on some upcoming properties in Ecuador, Japan, and Tobago. Read below for our roundup of the most exciting hotel news you may have missed this week. Hotel OpeningsKimpton Atlântico Algarve, PortugalKimpton Atlântico Algarve has officially opened in Portugal, marking the first Kimpton property in the country.
TopCashback Review: Earn Cash-Back When You Shop Online

1 week ago | upgradedpoints.com | Andrew Kunesh

A seemingly endless number of online shopping portals reward you for online purchases. Some let you earn airline miles, while others offer hotel points or transferable credit card rewards. Meanwhile, several cash-back portals give you a percentage of your purchase back in cash, generally through PayPal, bank transfer, or a check in the mail. TopCashback is my favorite cash-back shopping portal. It offers competitive cash-back rates at most merchants and has several payout methods.