Poll: Many Americans worried about travel postshutdown cancel or change holiday plans

While the longest government shutdown in U.S. history has finally come to an end, the travel repercussions are ongoing — and they’ve made some travelers even more fearful about traveling right now. The Points Guy commissioned a poll from YouGov on the impacts of the shutdown and the ensuing chaos for travelers, with some fascinating…

Trump revokes Biden-era airline passenger compensation rule

The Trump administration formally withdrew a proposed rule Friday that would have required airlines to compensate passengers for significantly delayed or canceled flights. The rule, which was proposed late last year under the Biden administration and former Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, would have required airlines to pay passengers $200 to $300 for domestic flights…

Guide to booking American Airlines flights with Atmos Rewards points

If you’re a frequent American Airlines flyer like I am, your award strategy doesn’t have to be limited to American Airlines AAdvantage miles. Say hello to Atmos Rewards, the joint loyalty program between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. I firmly believe American Airlines loyalists should pay attention to Atmos Rewards since I’ve found that the…

Capital One SavorOne Cash Credit Card Review: Full details

Capital One SavorOne Card overview The Capital One SavorOne Cash Rewards Credit Card is a low-annual-fee option offering cash back on dining, entertainment and grocery spending. While you can earn more with other cash-back cards, the SavorOne is a solid option for those with a limited credit history who want to earn cash back in…

A beginners guide to visiting Ketchikan by cruise ship

Just north of the Canadian border, Ketchikan is the southernmost city in Alaska. Founded in August of 1900, Ketchikan is situated on Revillagigedo Island near the Tongass Narrows, the entrance to the Pacific Ocean and the famed Inside Passage. A historic fishing village with a long-standing Tlingit Native presence, Ketchikan represents both of these worlds…

Are you eligible for the Venture X welcome bonus?

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card offers incredible perks for its relatively affordable $395 annual fee. And its limited-time welcome offer really helps make its case: New cardholders can earn 100,000 bonus miles after spending $10,000 on purchases in the first six months from account opening. TPG’s November 2025 valuations peg these miles…