Weekend getaways are an underrated way to travel — especially if you’re short on time or trying to stick to a budget. However, a quick trip can easily get off track if you don’t plan appropriately. Here are the six most common mistakes you should avoid to ensure you have a smooth weekend escape. Picking … Read more
Getting approved for a new credit card is exciting, but waiting a week or more for it to arrive in the mail isn’t. Fortunately, some issuers let you start using your new card immediately after approval, either by providing an instant card number or by allowing you to add your card to a digital wallet. … Read more
No matter the season, my brain automatically defaults to “beach” or “theme park” when it comes time to plan a vacation. It’s not that I don’t think snowcapped mountains are a splendor to behold; I just don’t enjoy being cold (or the time it takes to don the necessary layers to stay warm in frigid … Read more
Chase and Capital One are leaders in the credit card space. If you’re looking for your next travel rewards credit card, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) and the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card are both great options to consider. The Sapphire Preferred is a mid-tier travel card, while the … Read more
For a couple of years now, Delta Air Lines has dropped not-so-subtle hints about a future “basic” version of its business- and first-class tickets. Now, it’s here. The Atlanta-based airline on Wednesday announced the launch of three new “basic” fares that will expand the no-frills basic economy concept to its high-end cabins: Delta First Basic … Read more
It’s already been a long summer for travelers headed to Europe, and it’s only the first week of July. In March, the EU rolled out its EES biometric entry/exit system, resulting in what can best be described as a chaos-induced headache. Lines have stretched for hours, passengers have missed flights and airports have been pushed … Read more
