Travel
5 Reasons to Use a Travel Agent
B.T. Ballenger on March 14, 2012
Tired of spending frustrating hours online booking flights with no certainty you’ll end up with the best deal? Maybe it’s time for a blast from the past.
The Top 5 Airline Mileage Credit Cards
Jason Steele on September 24, 2013
The only thing better than traveling for vacation is doing it free. Choose one of these cards to get where you’re going faster.
Today’s 5 Best Credit Cards
Jason Steele on September 24, 2013
Don’t have time to figure out which card is the best for your particular situation? I’ve reviewed hundreds of cards so that you don’t have to.
When Reward Points Expire, So Does My Loyalty
Len Penzo on November 7, 2012
Hey, you can buy my loyalty. But if you become a cheapskate about it, you’ll lose that loyalty real fast.
The Latest Way to Save on Airfare: Crowdsourcing
B.T. Ballenger on February 20, 2012
First there were the airlines’ websites, then cheap airfare sites that aggregated those. Those sites became more useful over time, but something new is even more flexible: a competitive, human-powered search called FlightFox.
3 More Critical Tips for Not Losing Your Airline Luggage
Jason Steele on February 16, 2012
Airlines have existed for more than 100 years, but they still haven’t figured out how to reliably deliver their passengers’ luggage to its destination. Here’s how you can make sure the job gets done.
3 Top Luxury Hotels – and Their Oddest Amenities
Gideon Grudo on February 6, 2012
Luxury hotels have figured out how to get people to pay more for one night than most of us pay in monthly rent. We peek under the covers to find out how they do it.
9 Ways to Get Airline Status Faster
Jason Steele on January 19, 2012
It’s no fun suffering in lines and sitting in coach, especially when others are allowed to break all the rules. What makes them so special? They’ve got status.
Cheap-But-Fun Travel Destinations for 2012
Michael Koretzky on January 18, 2012
Where will you vacation this year? Here are some off-the-beaten-path destinations that might serve up more fun for less money.
5 Tips to Avoid Phony Rental Car Damage Claims
Jason Steele on January 16, 2012
Don’t let yourself become a victim of the phony claim game. By taking plenty of precautions, as well as pictures, you can tell shifty rental car companies to find a different mark.
How to Avoid Credit Card Foreign Transaction Fees
Jason Steele on January 13, 2012
International travelers aren’t the only ones who need to be aware of unnecessary credit card fees. Did you know that shopping from home can still cost you a “foreign transaction fee”?
Avoiding 5 Common Issues With Travel Sites
Jason Steele on January 6, 2012
Online travel portals offer convenience and low prices, but you need to be aware of some drawbacks.
Strange Travel Stories of 2011 – and How to Avoid Them in 2012
Jason Steele on January 2, 2012
In 2011, it was proven once again that truth is stranger than fiction. If we can learn a few lessons about these bizarre travel stories, perhaps we can reach our destinations without generating new ones.
New Year’s Eve: Where We’ll Spend Our Night and Our Money
Michael Koretzky on December 31, 2011
Whether you’re going out tonight or staying in, here’s what your fellow Americans are up to – and it involves possums, bologna, and drag queens.
8 Money-Saving Uses for a $1 Bandana
Donna Freedman on December 13, 2011
A simple $1 bandana has saved me hundreds of dollars and hours of time. There’s only one thing I don’t use it for, because it’s kinda gross…
4 Ways to Avoid Fuel Surcharges When Using Frequent Flier Miles
Jason Steele on December 5, 2011
Frequent flier programs can change at the whim of the airlines – and rarely in your favor. Here’s how to shield yourself (and your miles) from their devious ways.
How to Handle Holiday Flight Delays
Jason Steele on December 2, 2011
The next time you find yourself stranded in an airport, don’t take pity on yourself – take action. Seize the next available flight while making the most of your time on the ground.
7 Tips for Getting Compensated After a Travel Problem
Jason Steele on November 28, 2011
The squeaky wheel might get the grease, but the calm complainer gets compensated with free miles or even money.
6 Ways to Avoid Sneaky Hotel Fees
Jason Steele on November 21, 2011
Whether it’s in the air or on the ground, the fight against fees is shaping up to be an eternal struggle. Use these tactics to push back against fee-focused hotels.
3 Lessons From Travel Reward Gurus
Jason Steele on November 16, 2011
Last month, there was a secretive convention of unconventional travel experts. Here’s what you can learn from these eccentric folks.
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