Ho Ho Ho! Check out these awesome travel deals you can benefit from this holiday season!

The holiday season is here, yet we are still not out of the COVID-19 restrictions slump. With the new Omicron variant spreading in different countries globally, some nations are once again imposing stricter travel measures to contain the spread of the virus. 

But let’s not allow this virus to spoil our planned celebrations and activities this season. As the saying goes, “every cloud has a silver lining.” 

If you’re planning to go out of town or out of the country with your loved ones before this year ends, the silver lining is that you can still snag some excellent business class holiday deals! In fact, most European countries are still allowing entry of vaccinated Americans― Portugal and Turkey are still accepting even non-vaccinated ones.

Below are some of the travel deals our team has dug up for this Christmas season. We encourage you to check them out and take advantage of them as these might be what you need to complete your holiday cheer.

Trip to London from New York and Vice Versa

London is so festive during the holidays!

Wed, 22 Dec - United Airlines 934 

Newark Liberty Airport (EWR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) 

Departure time: 8:30 am 

Estimated time of arrival: 8:35 pm

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Fri, 31 Dec - United Airlines 921 

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newark Liberty Airport (EWR) 

Departure time: 6:00 pm

Estimated time of arrival: 9:20 pm

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London has lots to offer during the festive season― from spectacular theater shows and top musicals to Christmas markets and open-air ice rinks! You may take them to the Winter Wonderland if you are traveling with children or see “Hogwarts in the Snow” at the Warner Bros. Studio if you are an avid Harry Potter fan!

The flight to and from London is available for 60,000 Air Canada or 62,600 United miles in business, each way.

Trip to Switzerland from Chicago and Vice Versa 

Don't worry much about physical distancing when skiing on the Swiss slopes!

Tue, 21 Dec - Lufthansa 435 

Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Munich Airport (MUC)

Departure time: 9:50 pm

Estimated time of arrival: 1:15 pm (on 22 Dec)

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Wed, 22 Dec - Lufthansa 2372

Munich Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Departure time: 5:30 pm

Estimated time of arrival: 6:25 pm

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Sun, 26 Dec - Swiss Intl Air Lines 8

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)

 Departure time: 1:05 pm

Estimated time of arrival: 3:40 pm

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Switzerland is an excellent destination for the Christmas holiday. Seeing the Swiss Alps covered in snow will get you in a festive mood in no time! By driving for a few hours from Zurich, you’ll find some of the best ski resorts in Europe, like St. Moritz, Davos-Klosters, Zermatt, among many others.

Book your Switzerland trip for 70,000 Air Canada miles in business each way. Air Canada works with Amex Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, and Capital One Miles. If you don’t live in Chicago, don’t worry! You can always book domestic flights separately.

Trip to Finland from New York and Vice Versa 

Santa Claus is welcoming guests to his Lapland home in Finland as long as they are vaccinated and are wearing masks! 

Tue, 21 Dec - Finnair 16

New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)

 Departure time: 11:50 pm

Estimated time of arrival: 2:55 pm (on the 22 Dec)

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Thu, 6 Jan - Finnair 15

Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK)

Departure time: 5:00 pm

Estimated time of arrival: 6:45 pm

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Is it good to visit Finland in December?

YES! 

Finland is a great place to visit during winter holidays. Here, you can try dog sledding and ice fishing. You can also experience sleeping in the ice hotel and seeing the northern lights. This is where you can experience real Christmas magic by visiting the Santa Claus Village.

A direct flight from New York to Helsinki and vice versa is available for 57,500 American Airlines miles in business class each way.

Trip to Jamaica from Dallas and Vice Versa 

Get your dose of sunshine and Vitamin D in Jamaica!

Tue, 21 Dec - American Airlines 2500 

Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW) to Sangster Intl Airport, Montego Bay (MBJ)

Departure time: 10:25 am

Estimated time of arrival: 2:58 pm

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Thu, 30 Dec - American Airlines 2500 

Sangster Intl Airport, Montego Bay (MBJ) to Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW)

Departure time: 4:05 pm

Estimated time of arrival: 7:10 pm

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If you prefer beach destinations, here’s some good news: Jamaica is available for miles!

Swimming in the warm blue waters of the Caribbean sea, relaxing on the white sand beaches, and listening to a reggae version of Christmas carols are ideal ways to celebrate Christmas in Jamaica. Make sure to visit one of the Grand Markets―the most anticipated Christmas event for shoppers. This event is held in all major towns across Jamaica during Christmas Eve.

A non-stop flight from Dallas to Montego Bay is available for 25,000 miles each way in first class. 

If you don't have American miles, you may book these flights for 22,000 British Airways miles per way. The British Executive Program works with Amex Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards, and Capital One Miles. 

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We hope you’ll consider availing one of these fantastic deals this holiday season. Just don’t forget to wear your face masks, practice physical distancing, and observe other travel safety protocols so you’ll stay safe from the COVID-19 virus and enjoy your Christmas trips with your loved ones! 

Merry Christmas, and enjoy the holidays, everyone!