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Heading to Mexico? Beware of This Strange Electronics Rule

We saw a headline from Forbes the other day that seemed too outlandish to be true. How could this be? And, if it is, why haven't travelers heading to Mexico made a stink about it? But it's real:...

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9 Tips to Use Delta SkyMiles for Maximum Value

Travelers love their Delta SkyMiles, but one thing's for sure: The airline doesn't always make it easy to use Delta SkyMiles well. Understanding SkyMiles can be a chore because Delta stopped publishing...

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Capital One Miles vs Chase Points: Which Are More Valuable?

Want to travel for free (or nearly free)? You need to be earning flexible points and miles. The points you earn from travel rewards credit cards give you much more flexibility for booking travel –...

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A Complete Guide to Using Your $200 Amex Platinum Hotel Credit

American Express has loaded up *amex platinum* with new benefits and money-saving credits while pushing its annual fees up and up to its current $695 a year price tag (see rates & fees). Some new...

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8 Business Class Flights You Can Book for 50K Points (Or Less!)

If you don't think you have enough points and miles to fly business class, think again. We're here to prove you wrong.  Sure, if you have Delta SkyMiles, you're all-too-used to seeing business class...

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Chase Ink Business Unlimited Review: Easy to Earn Rewards & A Big Bonus, Too

If you're a small business owner – even if it's just a side hustle – you likely have a lot on your plate. Picking out the best rewards-earning credit card for your business probably isn't at the top of...

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Your Best Bets for Flying Lie-Flat to Hawaii (From 35K Points Each Way!)

Visiting Hawaii is always near the top of many travelers' wish lists. Flying in a lie-flat seat is another. Combining the two can be a dream come true. Not all airlines fly lie-flat seats out to the...

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On 9/11, 23 Years of Grief and Gratitude

I don't remember the fear or panic when word first came about one plane hitting a skyscraper in New York City. When another struck, the horror of the moment started to set in. Even at 12 years old, it...

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Heading to the UK? You’ll Soon Need to Apply Online (& Pay) for Entry

Planning a trip across the pond? The United Kingdom will soon require a few extra steps – and a little bit of cash – to get in. Beginning Jan. 8, 2025, many travelers – including those from the U.S. –...

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Tulum, Turks & More: Huge Delta SkyMiles Sale to the Caribbean, Mexico This...

In need of a winter beach vacation? Got a small stash of Delta SkyMiles? You're in luck.  Delta just unleashed a huge SkyMiles flash sale on award flights to some of the best warm weather destinations...

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Get Up to 50% Off Amazon Purchases by Using Amex Points!

Saving on Amazon purchases doesn't get much easier than this: Some American Express cardholders can easily save up to $40 on their purchases from Amazon with this latest promo. Amazon and American...

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Surprise: TSA May Not Enforce Real ID Next Year After All

After nearly two decades of delays and pauses, Real ID requirements for domestic flights were supposed to take effect in May 2025. Surprise, surprise: That won't happen next year after all – not fully,...

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New! Earn up to 100K Delta SkyMiles with Limited-Time Offers

From the *delta skymiles gold* to the top-tier *delta skymiles reserve*, Amex has a SkyMiles credit card for nearly every type of Delta flyer. And if you're just adding one of these cards for the first...

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Amex Adds Another Hoop to Use Uber Cash Benefits

We've seen it time and time again: American Express making a once easy-to-use benefit on its popular travel rewards credit cards slightly more complicated, and thus, harder to take advantage of. The...

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Are These Really the Top 10 Airline Mileage Programs?

Two of the three best airline mileage programs belong to airlines based in North America, according to a new independent ranking released this week. But the top spot – by a wide margin – belongs to a...

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Get Away for Less: Save on a Weekend Trip This Fall with These Tips

School back is in session, holidays like Thanksgiving are coming up, and your PTO days may be dwindling. So if you're thinking of traveling this fall, you're likely targeting a long weekend trip rather...

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4 Reasons to Get the Chase Ink Unlimited Card Right Now

Chase Ultimate Rewards points are some of the most valuable points in the world of travel, and credit cards like the *chase sapphire preferred* and *chase sapphire reserve* are the easiest way to earn...

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United Will Offer Fast, Free Wi-Fi with New Starlink Service

More than a year after Delta became the first of the big four U.S. airlines to offer free Wi-Fi onboard, United is preparing to do the same by partnering with internet provider Starlink.  United...

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Free Security Reservation System Expands to MSP’s Terminal 1

A free service that lets travelers reserve a time for a quicker trip through security – relieving some of the stress of unpredictable lines and how early you need to get to the airport – continues to...

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How & Where to Travel to See the Fall Colors for Less in 2024

The next two months of fall in the northern hemisphere are some of the best times of year to travel for a number of reasons: Flights are cheaper because the busy summer travel season is behind us,...

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