American Airlines wants you to know it is committed to Chicago. Asked at an investor conference on Thursday about the carrier’s plans in the Windy City, Chief Financial Officer Devon May emphasized Chicago’s importance to American. Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) was — and is — its third-largest hub, he said repeatedly. Up until 2020 and the coronavirus pandemic, the carrier operated some...

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Beach culture has been an integral part of LGBTQIA+ travel for decades, since the emergence of destinations like Provincetown, Massachusetts; Mykonos, Greece; Key West, Florida; and Sitges, Spain, as sun-splashed havens. These days, queer travelers flock to dozens of enticing beaches, from secluded spots where you can sunbathe au naturel to festive party playgrounds flanked by luxury resorts and gay nightlife districts. Some...

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Citi is a TPG advertising partner. Credit card welcome bonuses are one of the quickest ways to earn valuable travel rewards. You can often pick up 100,000 points or more in a single bonus, which can be worth thousands of dollars in travel. Right now, American Airlines’ top-tier card is offering its best-ever welcome bonus, worth $1,650 (according to our May 2025 valuations)....

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers.   Due to Chase’s restrictions on credit card applications, the smartest move for building your credit card strategy is opening credit cards from Chase before moving on to cards issued by other banks. One such restriction you may encounter is Chase’s 5/24 rule. This Chase rule (that isn’t published externally...

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Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. American Express Gold Card overview The American Express® Gold Card wants a seat at your table, whether you’re dining at restaurants around the world or buying groceries at U.S. supermarkets to cook at home. You might also benefit from its various statement credits to save money throughout the calendar...

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