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Seeing the world is a dream for many -- a dream that often gets deferred until retirement due to time and financial constraints. Some retirees choose to move abroad so they can...
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Not long ago, parents could count on selecting their seats on a flight for free … or at least getting assigned a spot next to their children. But the growth of cheap...
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Even with the pandemic in our rearview mirror, airlines are still giving travelers unprecedented flexibility to cancel almost any flight for a credit or voucher. But once you’ve got them, you're stuck...
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A recent study rigorously evaluated U.S. airlines to determine which carrier deserves the title of the most reliable, delivering findings that may come as a surprise to many travelers.Avelo Airlines, a budget...
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The evidence is there: travel is at a tipping point, with more people crisscrossing the globe than ever before at a time when climate change is making itself felt at a much...
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Delta was the first of the major U.S. airlines to introduce basic economy tickets, competing with budget airlines like Spirit and Frontier by selling no-frills fares. Yet for years, Delta's spin on...
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As the boarding door closes on 2024, we're handing out superlatives on what was officially the biggest year for travel yet. Think of it like a high school yearbook for the travel...
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Share The Article Last Updated 59 mins agoHave you been craving some Old World charm, but with a Mexican flair, lately? Beyond the glitz and glam of the Cancun resorts, the turquoise...
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Credit card points from banks like Amex, Chase, and Capital One are simply more valuable than any single airline mileage program for one simple reason: You can transfer them to a dozen...
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Fresh off their merger, the combined Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines made waves earlier this week by announcing two new long-haul international flights to Asia from the carrier's hub in Seattle (SEA). But beyond...
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We've asked ourselves again and again, and so have countless other travelers: “Is CLEAR® even worth it anymore?” For many, the answer is simple: If you can get the security service that normally...
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Flight prices might seem high, but cheap flights are out there if you know where to look – and our team at Thrifty Traveler does. Day after day after day, we're sending...
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When banks like American Express come out with a limited-time, increased welcome offer on popular travel cards, the same question floods our inboxes: Should I upgrade my card? Or apply for a...
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If you're like me, your inbox is probably a mess right now as every brand you've ever heard of is pinging you with Black Friday sales. And the airlines want some of...
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Argentina. (Photo: Big Five Tours & Expeditions) From slow travel to customized experiences, these are the travel trends to watch for in 2025. Plus, Eastern Europe is gaining popularity. Luxury Travel ForecastBig...
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"MeMooners"—high-end solo travelers—are trending high for 2025, according to Hilton. As we enter 2025, travel advisors face a landscape of trends shaped by evolving client preferences. From the rise of “Travel Maximizers”...
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Though the United States isn’t known for its expansive train travel networks, it’s home to dozens of stunning routes. @media screen and (min-width:0) and (min-height:0px) { #sv-video-container { min-height:200px } } @media...
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In the endless pursuit of cheap flights, too many travelers focus on the day they book their flights. That's a major mistake. From Black Friday to Cyber Monday to any old Tuesday,...
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I've never had anxiety flying before, but I'll admit I was nervous to see what the longest flight in the world would do to me. Clocking in 9,531 miles and nearly 19...
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