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Chris Dong

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Chris is a Los Angeles-based travel writer and editor with a focus on timely travel trends, points and miles, hot new hotels, and all things that go (he's a proud AvGeek and transit nerd). Formerly at The Points Guy, his work can now be found at Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, Insider, and Lonely Planet, among others.

The Air France La Première First Class is About To Get Even More Luxurious

Starting in July, La Première passengers at CDG can check in at a brand-new lobby before being escorted down a secret passageway that leads to a private security checkpoint.

Qatar Airways' New Credit Cards Offer Automatic Elite Status for One Year

The new Qatar Airways credit cards for US travelers come with perks like baggage allowance, lounge access, and even a fast track to elite status.

Japan Airlines Airbus A350-1000 Review: Business vs. First Class

What it's like flying Japan Airlines business class and first class on the Airbus A350-1000 between New York and Tokyo.

What It’s Like Traveling Through Atlanta Airport's New Private Terminal

Trade the holiday airport crowds for a private TSA screening, pre-flight massage, and chauffeur to your plane.

The Newest Luxury Airline to Serve the U.S. Comes With Futuristic Seats & a ‘Succession’-Style Backstory

Starlux Airlines, a swanky startup carrier based in Taiwan, is now flying into LAX.

The AmEx Centurion Lounge at Seattle's Airport Just Got a Huge Upgrade

The renovation added a soul food buffet, a barista-helmed coffee bar, and 5,000 square feet of additional space. 

The First Chase Sapphire Lounge Has Dim Sum, Specialty Cocktails, and a Separate Relaxation Area

Chase's first-ever airport lounge is a 12,000-square-foot space inside Hong Kong International Airport.

The Ultra Secret, Invite-Only Elite Statuses Airlines Don't Want You to Know About

These top fliers are offered secret perks like personal travel assistants and Porsche transfers between gates.