If You Have Old Traveler’s Checks Lying Around, Here’s Why You Should Cash Them ASAP
If you have any traveler’s checks stashed away, it’s time to cash them, because financial institutions are starting to refuse them. | Frommer’s
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TAP deal: Book flights to Europe starting at $345
If booking that trip to Europe over the summer is too expensive, opt for a fall or winter flight instead. TAP Air Portugal is offering round-trip flights to Europe starting at $345. With these TAP deals, you can fly from Boston, Miami and Washington, D.C., to Barcelona, Dublin, Paris, Zurich and Madrid. Of the three U.S. cities, Washington has…
Southwest cardholders: Earn up to 2,000 points with this anniversary bonus
Some Southwest Airlines cardholders are in for a treat, with the airline launching an “anniversary bonus” promotion offering points for being a loyal cardholder. Here’s how to check for your bonus and a look at offers we’ve seen so far. How to see your Southwest anniversary bonus Southwest credit card holders can visit SouthwestCardAnniversary.com and provide their name and…
What is Southwest Airlines elite status worth in 2023?
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Airline elite status benefits can make your travel experience more seamless and enjoyable. But if you’re new to the points and miles hobby, you may wonder just how valuable these perks can be. Is it worth devoting yourself to earning status with a specific airline? I’ll continue…
When is the best time to book a cruise?
The best time to book a cruise is when you’ve done your planning, picked a ship and found a cruise fare that fits your budget and offers good value. But that doesn’t stop vacationers from wondering if they’d find a cheaper price if they wait to book tomorrow, next week or next month. I’d love to give you a…
The 8 best credit cards with annual fees under $100
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Annual fees are generally worth it when you can maximize a credit card’s benefits and earning structure. But it’s understandable if you’re hesitant to add many premium travel rewards cards with high annual fees to your wallet. Luckily, with competition fierce among card issuers for new customers,…
US sues to block JetBlue-Spirit merger, citing competition concerns
The Department of Justice launched a lawsuit on Tuesday to block JetBlue’s proposed $3.8 billion acquisition of Spirit Airlines, launching a lawsuit to stave off further consolidation of the airline industry. The merger would have created the fifth-largest airline in the U.S., but the move to block it marks a sharp turn from past precedents in which the government…
These Four Seasons hotels are the real main characters of ‘The White Lotus’
Are you feeling lost since the last season of “The White Lotus” ended? Or maybe the sweeping landscapes of Hawaii and Sicily have inspired you to take a dreamy vacation to a swanky resort where guests are treated like “sensitive children,” as Armond, the manager of the fictional White Lotus resort on Maui, instructed his staff before his untimely…
The 10 best hotels near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the world’s fifth-busiest airport in terms of passenger numbers, according to Airports Council International. In 2021, more than 48 million passengers traveled to, from or through LAX, and that number is expected to rise as global travel rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic. The airport is a massive hub, connecting passengers from North America…