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Not sure if this has been shared on here, but looks like Bonvoy is updating point redemptions to align with cash value of rooms vs seasonal peaks / hotel categories. So for example a Category 8 hotel … more

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Hello Travel Bowl friends! A few months ago I asked for some recommendations for my San Diego trip and everything was SPOT ON. I come to you again asking for more… My wife and I will be traveling to P… more

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Supposed to go to Germany in May for a wedding. I’m hesitant to book anything but my boyfriend is convinced it will be fine. Polling this group to see what everyone thinks

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What are some hotels in NYC that have nice views? Like of the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, Central Park… etc

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Feeling depressed because I just did a more realistic budget calculation for a March trip to Spain. B/w the need for refundable flight and hotels (I normally do airbnb and don’t care about refundable … more

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If you take a connecting flight does it count as two segments? I’m one flight segment away from keeping status this year and am wondering if I should rebook my connecting flight to have a layover

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Best Maui hotel for under $500/night? Thank you in advance 😊

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Any tips on where to get PCR Covid test w/24hr turnaround in Montreal?? Saw one option for $200+ but hoping there’s something cheaper

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Looking for a travel agent for Bali & Maldives. Anyone have a recommendation? (I did post before and no responses on multiple)

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Hi 🐠 fam: I’m looking for recommendations to plan a honeymoon trip to Hawaii (10-14 days). Would love to get the following: - What 2 islands should we visit (nature lovers and active for hikes and s… more

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subletting my place in UES in nyc from dec 20 to Jan 1st if anyone is interested. its the 5th floor of a walk-up, great lighting, and fully furnished. dm pls

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Now that a covid test is required within 24 hours of international travel back to the US, heard some antigen tests can be purchased at home, packed, and used to meet the requirement. Is this true?

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French restaurant recommendations in NYC? Best things to do in Brooklyn? Thanks!

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San Francisco restaurant or speakeasy reccs?

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When a hotel asks you “what they can do to make things right” as a service recovery after you’ve already checked out, what are some things you’ve said / asked for?

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Any good places to visit in Europe in February for a solo trip?

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Going to Park City for Christmas and looking for restaurant recommendations. What’s good there?

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Does anyone have a company they recommend that does nice gift basket delivery in London? I have a friend living there going through a tough time and would love some recs on the best way to send a care… more

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Has anyone done a Pacific Coast road trip? Thinking of doing a road trip in the last 10 days this December with family starting somewhere around Seattle and heading down to Cali through Portland, Euge… more

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Anyone visit Patagonia and can share their itinerary? We’re planning on flying into Santiago and then making our way to buenos aires

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Have about 500k chase points. What to do? Recommendations?

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Recommendations for areas to stay in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico or surrounding areas? We’re looking for proximity to beach and restaurants!

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We are set to fly to India from San Francisco in less than a week. With what is in the news for Omicron, we’re really nervous with all the travel restrictions and cases on the rise. Anyone also travel… more

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Anyone here travel with their dog in the cabin domestically? How strict are airlines about the size of the dog bag? I’m flying JetBlue later this month with my dog but none of the bags that meet the J… more

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Traveling to Tuscany and staying near San Gimignano - any good wine tour companies you can recommend in the area? Almost all that I find seem to leave from Florence.

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Solo (or possibly girls trip) ideas needed for a quick weekend getaway in the US. Somewhere with some good hiking and where I won’t need to rent a car

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Best all inclusive resort to get married in Mexico? (Under 3-4k per guest)

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Restaurant recommendation for Miami ? Team dinner so looking for something with good drinks and food 🥘

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Does Amtrak ever have any coupon or promo codes?

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W Maldives was the best hotel I've ever been to Used my points, totally worth it

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I have a 30 hr flight back home soon. 14 hr flight to Qatar, then a 8 hour flight to my destination. I upgraded the 8-hour flight to business class for $200. Is it worth it to upgrade the 14hr flight … more

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Travel tips for mount Washington valley (New Hampshire) this weekend/winter?

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Food recs for Lyon France? Going in late December

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The Best Reason for a Delayed Flight? – Now I Know https://nowiknow.com/the-best-reason-for-a-delayed-flight/

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What’s the cheapest beach getaway destination in January with nice oceanfront hotel? Looking to spend under $600 a person for flight and hotel ideally. Flying from MSP.

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Looking for the best hardcover travel suitcases? Are the Away bags really the best?

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Any recommendations on getting cheaper flight tickets during December? Wanted to visit to California but the tickets are so damn costly.

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Anyone have a good, light portable side monitor they recommend to bring while traveling and working?

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1 month long enough for Italy, Greece, and Turkey? Contemplating taking 2 months, but I found a first class ticket on my miles. I guess I could break the trip up and go back. Something is bound to … more

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What are the best areas to stay at in Atlanta? First time visiting ever. Also, any recommendations on best spots to eat at or must visit while there please share. Thank you!!!

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