With the sun setting on 2025, we’ve been musing on what new and exciting changes for credit cards, points and miles may arrive in 2026. The past year featured enough product launches, card refreshes and program changes to make our heads spin, so we’re eager to see if that momentum continues into the new year….

Some folks are already working on their New Year’s resolutions, perhaps setting goals related to wellbeing, health or finances. Meanwhile, others are likely using the last bits of 2025 to start scheming on where to take their first trip of 2026. For the types who can’t resist planning their next vacation (even when they’re currently…

Boutique U.S. airline JSX is expanding at the Santa Monica Airport (SMO) in January, a month after launching the airport’s only commercial flights. The quasi-private public charter operator will add a daily flight to Scottsdale Airport (SCF) near Phoenix on Jan. 22, 2026, JSX said. Then, on Feb. 5, the airline will increase its offerings…

Chase credit cards are often top of mind when travelers book trips, largely due to their travel protections. Many of Chase’s premium credit cards offer a full suite of travel protections, including trip delay reimbursement and trip cancellation/interruption insurance. Trip delay reimbursement covers reasonable out-of-pocket expenses during long flight delays. Meanwhile, trip cancellation/interruption insurance reimburses…

“How can I travel without breaking the bank?” is one of the most frequently asked questions we receive at TPG. There’s no question that travel is expensive right now, as prices have risen dramatically over the past few years and inflation continues to strain the pocketbook. Demand has been through the roof. Inflation and correspondingly…