Airport security is about to get a lot faster at dozens of major U.S. hubs. This month, the Transportation Security Administration revealed plans to dramatically expand its TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program, which allows passengers to fly through checkpoints without having to pull out their ID or boarding pass. Today, the Touchless ID lanes are…

We all know that the last thing you want to do is forget your passport when traveling internationally. But you may not realize there are many passport details that, if overlooked, can derail your trip before you even get to the airport. In fact, ensuring your passport is valid and fits all necessary criteria is…

Cash-back credit cards appeal to a wide range of cardholders for one simple reason: Their value is easy to understand. Every purchase earns a clear, predictable rebate, without the guesswork that often comes with travel rewards cards. That said, choosing the right cash-back card isn’t always straightforward. At a high level, cards fall into two…

Call it the cruise line for people who want a big amenity-filled ship that isn’t a floating amusement park. Princess Cruises operates relatively large, reasonably priced vessels. But unlike many of its competitors in that space — most notably Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line and MSC Cruises — it doesn’t load them up with sprawling…