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Southwest is in the midst of a massive makeover, charging for bags and now seat assignments too. But months in, there's still no way to pay for a bag online.
After 5+ Years, Minneapolis Airport’s InterContinental Hotel Reopens Security Checkpoint
After a years-long closure, guests and savvy travelers seeking out shorter lines at Minneapolis-St. Paul (MSP) airport can use the hotel's dedicated security checkpoint.
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A Complete Guide to American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts®
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Finally: Citi Adds AA as Transfer Partner, Launches New Premium Card
Citi officially added American Airlines as a transfer partner while launching the long-awaited Strata Elite card, finally getting into the premium travel card landscape.
Congress Targets ‘Surveillance-Based’ AI Airfare with New Bill
A new bill in Congress would limit "surveillance-based pricing," a direct response to Delta's admission that it's ramping up use of AI to set airfare.
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The Thrifty Traveler Podcast, Ep. 20: Will AI Wreck Air Travel?
AI is coming to airfare, but it's just the latest thing airlines are doing to charge you higher fares. We dive deep into the past, present, and future of airfare.
Southwest Swears Its Customers Aren’t Fleeing After Ditching Free Bags
Southwest swears it hasn't lost any customers after dismantling its popular fare structure earlier this year, but customers don't seem to agree.
AA Bashes Delta for AI Fares … But Expands Solo Passenger Penalties
American Airlines calls using AI to set flight prices a "bait and switch." Yet it's expanded its own questionable use of fares that penalize solo travelers with higher fares.
More Bad News? Southwest Raises Credit Card Fees in Revamp
Southwest just raised the annual fees on all of its personal credit cards - yet another blow after a string of customer-unfriendly changes like the introduction of bag fees and basic economy fares.