Travel tips

Big changes are coming for earning the Southwest Companion Pass

November 4, 2026
Southwest is ending the credit card path to the Companion Pass in 2027. Here's how to earn it one last time under today's rules.

Do you really need TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and CLEAR?

November 3, 2026
Compare TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and CLEAR on cost and perks, plus the credit cards that cover the fees.

The frequent flyer accounts most parents never get around to opening

November 2, 2026
Kids with their own plane tickets should have their own frequent flyer accounts. Here's how to set them up, airline by airline.

I tried a new hotel chain, and I liked it

November 2, 2026
Booking outside Hyatt, Marriott, and Hilton in Slovenia paid off, and a Chase Sapphire Reserve credit makes it worth repeating.

Our roundup of this week's top 5 travel deals

November 1, 2026
Check out our latest weekend roundup of the best opportunities to get more from your travel dollar.

Turn holiday shopping into travel points (and a $50 bonus)

October 30, 2026
Rakuten's Holiday Big Deal Reveal pays up to 30% cash back at 10 retailers. Here's how to turn it into travel points.

The AI prompt that counts every point your booking earns

October 29, 2026
Not sure how many points a booking really earns? This AI prompt breaks down every layer of rewards before you book.

How to pay less for airport parking — and earn free days

October 29, 2026
Offsite airport lots often cost 30–60% less than on-site parking. Here's how to find one and earn free parking days.

The two light therapy devices I now pack for every trip

October 28, 2026
Can red light therapy fit in a carry-on? I put a handheld torch and an LED face mask through real trips.

The Amex Platinum perk I use more than any travel benefit

October 27, 2026
How to turn the Amex Platinum Equinox credit into a free year of at-home workouts, and why it's easy to overlook.

Bilt’s 2027 shakeup — the good, the bad, and the opt-in

October 27, 2026
Your Bilt Cash is getting a longer life, but another perk is changing. We've got all of Bilt's updates, including one with a deadline.

I keep getting credit card upgrade offers. Here’s when I take them

October 24, 2026
Credit card upgrade offers are usually a worse deal than a new welcome bonus. Here's when accepting one actually makes sense.
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