Trump administration weighs airfare rule changes: What it could mean for booking flights

If you want to weigh in, now is your chance. The Trump administration is gearing up to tweak an Obama-era airfare regulation that dictates what price you see first when you go to buy a plane ticket. The change that’s under consideration by the U.S. Department of Transportation would give airlines more leeway to decide […]

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Citi Strata Elite statement credits: What they are and how to maximize them

The Citi Strata Elite℠ Card (see rates and fees) is a great option for luxury-minded travelers and people looking to collect more Citi ThankYou Rewards points. Citi ThankYou Rewards is appealing in large part because of its partnership with American Airlines AAdvantage. Currently, Citi is the only card issuer with direct transfers to American Airlines,

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Best time to apply for Atmos Rewards cards based on offer history

Atmos Rewards is the joint loyalty program for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines flyers. There are three Atmos Rewards cobranded cards (two personal and one business), all of which offer solid benefits and travel-related perks for cardmembers. They also feature some valuable welcome offers to collect a stash of Atmos Rewards points. Now that we’ve

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Chase is removing Sapphire Lounges from Priority Pass — but adding a perk for cardholders

Over the last few years, Chase has steadily expanded its Sapphire Lounge network, opening new locations and enlarging existing lounges across the country. These aren’t just run-of-the-mill airport lounges; they’re genuinely enjoyable places to spend time before a flight. Inside, you’ll find high-quality food and drinks, while some locations also offer amenities like facials and

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Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus Card review: Excellent perks and earnings rate with a low annual fee

Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus Card overview Even if you aren’t a Wyndham loyalist, the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Plus Card is worth considering. It comes with perks like automatic elite status, an anniversary points bonus and a generous earnings rate while having a modest annual fee. Card rating*: ⭐⭐⭐½ *Card rating is based on the opinion

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The best perks from Sephora’s first-ever Beauty Insider Celebration Month

One of the country’s largest retail loyalty programs is rolling out a month-long celebration this August. Sephora’s Beauty Insider program is about to become even more rewarding with the launch of its Sephora Beauty Insider Celebration Month, featuring bonus points, lower redemption thresholds, exclusive gifts and more. What was previously a shorter event reserved primarily

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I spent 2 nights at Honolulu’s new airline-inspired pod hotel — and my stay hit unexpected turbulence

There’s a unique new hotel option among the many accommodations in Honolulu — and it’s creating quite a stir in Waikiki: a Japanese, airline-inspired pod hotel with “first class,” “business class” and “premium economy” spaces available for rent by the night. Known as First Cabin International, the new location in the heart of Honolulu’s resort

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Citi expands Curated Table with three exclusive Strata Elite events this fall

If you have a Citi Strata Elite℠ Card (see rates and fees), we have good news for you. Citi and Mastercard are expanding The Curated Table, an exclusive dining and lifestyle event series for Strata Elite cardholders. After debuting with two events last year, the program is growing to three experiences in 2026 centered around

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