Travel tips

How I booked Japan Airlines premium economy for 50,000 miles

January 29, 2026
Japan Airlines premium economy can cost $2,000 each way. Here’s how I flew it to Asia using just 50,000 AAdvantage miles.

The new Apple AirTag is here. Here's what actually changed.

January 29, 2026
The second-gen AirTag improves range and findability. Learn how the updates help travelers and decide if upgrading makes sense.

Is February’s Bilt Rent Day Accor bonus actually worth it?

January 28, 2026
Bilt’s February Rent Day allows members to transfer their points to the Accor hotel program with up to a 100% bonus.

How I used Chase points to save big in the Maldives

January 28, 2026
A first-person look at booking a Hyatt stay in the Maldives with Chase points, including award pricing and what’s changed.

Do you still need to tell your bank before traveling?

January 27, 2026
Most banks no longer require travel alerts. Here’s what’s changed, which issuers still allow them, and when it still makes sense.

How a travel advisor unlocked elite hotel perks

January 25, 2026
A firsthand look at how a travel advisor delivered elite-style hotel perks without status or higher rates.

Our roundup of this week's top 5 travel deals

January 25, 2026
Check out our latest weekend roundup of the best opportunities to get more from your travel dollar.

A faster way to spot Flying Blue award deals

January 22, 2026
This simple search trick makes it easier to spot low-mile Flying Blue award availability to Europe, including business-class deals.

The points and miles checklist I use every year

January 21, 2026
Now's the perfect time to map out your travel rewards game plan for the rest of the year.

I've tested a dozen sleep masks. This is the clear winner.

January 21, 2026
After testing nearly a dozen sleep masks, this is the one I still use six years later for flights, hotels, and better sleep anywhere.

The welcome bonus mistake that almost cost me $1,000

January 20, 2026
Annual fees and refunds can quietly undo a credit card welcome bonus. Here’s how one Amex close call nearly cost me $1,000.

The flight-tracking app that helps me manage delays

January 19, 2026
Flighty is an iOS app that surfaces delay data early. Here’s how I use it to reduce stress and make better travel decisions.