Solo travel has many perks. Even this writer — who loves traveling with friends and family — saw the appeal during my first European solo trip earlier this year. However, traveling alone can also feel daunting because you’re responsible for everything, including your own safety. Not to worry; our globetrotting team at TPG has your…

When choosing a cobranded airline card, it’s natural to focus on the airlines you fly most often. After all, benefits like free checked bags, priority boarding and a faster path to elite status are usually most valuable when you’re loyal to that airline. But, I often encourage people to think beyond a card’s airline or…

United did it first. Delta followed. And then came JetBlue. Suddenly, everywhere travelers look, new types of “basic” tickets are popping up. And we’re not just talking about the cheapest, bare-bones fares in coach, which have been around for years. We’re talking about the growing number of U.S. carriers that now offer “unbundled” tickets even…