Real ID rollout: Here’s what it’s like going through TSA with no ID

Can you go through security screening without an ID? Yes, you can. I just did it at Miami International Airport (MIA), and it was actually fairly painless (aside from the $45 it cost to make it happen). I’m writing this story airside at MIA after going through security, not only without a Real ID, but…

Delta SkyMiles: Complete guide to earning, redeeming and elite status

One of the most popular frequent flyer programs is Delta SkyMiles, the loyalty program of Delta Air Lines with more than 120 million members. Joining the program is free, and your miles never expire. TPG values SkyMiles at 1.25 cents each in our most recent valuations from February 2026. You can earn Delta SkyMiles through…

Atmos Rewards program: Earn and redeem points, elite status and more

Alaska Airlines launched its much-anticipated joint loyalty program with Hawaiian Airlines, Atmos Rewards, in 2025. The refresh kept the best features Alaska loyalists love, such as excellent partner redemptions and a global network, while uniquely letting members choose how they earn points and status. Alongside the launch, Atmos Rewards unveiled a new premium credit card…

Frontier Airlines promotion: Earn up to 5,000 airline miles

Just in time for Super Bowl Sunday, Frontier Airlines is putting a bow on a storied promotion by giving away 70 million Frontier Travel Miles. You may remember the now-infamous Pepsi Super Bowl commercial from 30 years ago that promised a jet to whoever could accumulate 7 million “Pepsi points.” A man named John Leonard…

Chase Slate review: No-annual-fee card for paying down debt

Chase Slate overview The Chase Slate® (see rates and fees) is tailored to consumers who want to improve their financial profile by reducing their credit card debt or raising their credit score. This card comes with a lengthy introductory annual percentage rate period to help you avoid interest for 21 months (then a variable APR…

Rove Miles promotion: Earn bonus miles on hotels, gift cards and more

We love a deal here at TPG — especially when it can be stacked with other rewards. Rove Miles’ new “Built Better” promotion offers big bonuses on hotels, shopping, referrals and more from Feb. 7 to 11. You can redeem Rove miles on Rove’s booking platform or transfer them to 13 airline and hotel partners….

My new AAdvantage strategy with my Barclays cards

There’s a big transition coming in the world of credit cards, especially for those of us who are deeply invested in the American Airlines AAdvantage ecosystem: In late April, all American Airlines-branded Barclays cards will convert to Citi credit cards. The airline will fully transition the American Airlines credit card program to Citi on April…

Delta brings back New York-Orange County route 7 years later

Delta Air Lines is bringing back a prime transcontinental route for the first time in seven years. And the flights will come with lie-flat seats. Starting this spring, the Atlanta-based carrier will restore nonstop service between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and John Wayne Airport (SNA) in Orange County, California, just outside…