Shocker: JetBlue Becomes the First US Carrier to Raise Bag Fees (Again)
With fuel prices skyrocketing, JetBlue just became the first U.S. carrier to raise bag fees again ... but they won't be the last.
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As of July 1, 2026, new and existing American Express Platinum Cardholders no longer get access to the up to $100 annual Saks Fifth Avenue credit. But is it really a loss?
How to Use TSA PreCheck Touchless ID to Skip Long Security Lines
TSA PreCheck Touchless ID offers a potential workaround to long security lines. So why aren't more travelers using it?
Airfare Is Rising … But Cheap Flights are Still Out There
If you've heard that flight prices are going up, you're probably right. But there are still amazing deals out there ... if you know where to look.
The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 55: WTF is Happening with Flight Prices & What We’re Doing
Airfare is going up with oil prices ... but that's not the whole story. We break down what's happening next - and what you can do about it - on this week's podcast.
Is Chase Still the King of Travel Rewards? Why I’m Rethinking My Strategy
Chase was the default for travel rewards - but Bilt's rise, the Sapphire Reserve's new fee, and Hyatt's award chart changes have shifted the calculus.
Ouch: Air France/KLM Hikes Fees on Award Tickets by 40%
Flying Blue has quietly raised fees on award tickets, increasing out-of-pocket costs by $60 to $100-plus each way and pushing the cash cost of some roundtrip flights close to $1,000.
Trump & Congress Move to Pay TSA, But Some Long Lines Will Linger
After weeks of working unpaid and growing lines at airports across the country, there's finally an end in sight to the TSA's woes. But it's not over yet.
Last Chance: Get a 20% Transfer Bonus from Chase to British Airways, Iberia & Aer Lingus
Chase is back with its latest transfer bonus, this time offering a 20% transfer bonus when sending points to British Airways and its sister airlines.
Shocked by Flight Prices? How We’re Booking (& Rebooking) Flights Now
It's undeniable: Flight prices are on the rise, and may only go up more. But now's not the time to stay at home or give up on travel.
How 2 Chase Cards Can Quickly Earn You 100K Points (Or More!)
Pairing the Chase Freedom Unlimited with the Sapphire Preferred, you'll unlock 105,000 points (or more) with the current bonus offers and create a powerful points-earning duo.
VIDEO: Is Aer Lingus Business Class Underrated?
In the full YouTube review, I walk through the seat, the food, the service, and exactly how I booked this solidly underrated business class experience – including how many points it cost.