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Picture this: After seeing eye-popping flight prices to Europe this winter, you hear whispers (or maybe catch a glimpse of an alert from your favorite flight deal service) of transatlantic flights to...
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Editor’s Note: The TSA confirmed late Sunday morning that PreCheck would continue running as normal at airports nationwide, contradicting the Department of Homeland Security’s announcement on Saturday. This story will be regularly...
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Simple roundtrip flights can get the job done, but you can do better. It's time to spice up the way you book flights to see and do more. What's better than a...
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This is it. This is what you've been looking for: The ultimate guide that covers everything you need to find cheap flights. Flights can be obscenely pricey and are often the biggest...
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Capital One kicked off the month with a big 30% transfer bonus to one of its newest transfer partners … and one of our absolute favorites. Travelers with cards like the *venture...
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The *capone venture x* has long been one of the best credit cards for airport lounge access, offering unlimited entry to Capital One Lounges and Priority Pass lounges worldwide – along with...
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More than 10 months after Southwest did the unthinkable and announced it would end its uber-popular “Bags Fly Free” policy, another hallmark of flying Southwest is about to fade away. This one...
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When I woke up this morning, it was -21 degrees Fahrenheit. My car won't start. My dog won't even go outside to pee. So let me tell you, this roundup of the...
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A lot of times, loyalty programs catch us off guard by making sudden changes. This isn't one of those times – we saw this bad news coming from a mile away. Earlier...
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American Airlines AAdvantage miles are some of the most valuable airline miles on the planet – we've been saying it for years – whether you're a diehard AA flyer or not. But...
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International travel is still booming, and all that demand can lead to some eye-popping flight prices. But not everywhere. You can still find cheap international flights for trips in 2026 and beyond. No...
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Where will you find the best flight deals in 2026? Where should you (and we!) travel this year? What else will shape the year of travel ahead – maybe another government shutdown?...
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It’s the Thrifty Traveler Podcast Holiday Party, and what better way to celebrate than with another mailbag episode?! We listen and react to voicemails from some beloved listeners and colleagues, including questions...
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Unlike hotel chains like Hyatt, Hilton, IHG, and Marriott, where you can earn and redeem points for free nights, Airbnb doesn’t have a loyalty program of its own. But that doesn’t mean...
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When it comes to credit cards, the best things in life aren't free. Generally, travel credit cards with annual fees offer bigger bonuses and benefits that can offset whatever amount you are...
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The year is drawing to a close, and that means one thing: Delta flyers across the country are scrambling to lock in (or level up) their Delta Medallion Status for next year....
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Is New Zealand on your bucket list? Well, it should be … especially now. A combination of cheap flights and an excellent new offer from Capital One Travel for cardholders means you...
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If you haven’t upgraded to a Real ID yet, flying without one is about to get more expensive. Beginning Feb. 1, 2026, travelers who show up at airport security without a Real...
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Airlines across the world are expected to ground thousands of Airbus A320 aircraft for repairs in the coming days after Airbus acknowledged a safety concern on Friday, potentially throwing a wrench in...
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As part of its push to pull in more “premium” travelers, Delta recently reached a milestone: The airline now offers dedicated Delta One check-in areas for business class passengers at all its...
