More elbow room in the sky: How to buy a second seat for yourself on US airlines

In case you missed it, Southwest Airlines recently changed its policy for plus-size passengers who require an extra seat. Beginning next year, Southwest will require passengers to pay for an extra seat in advance and then request a refund after the fact. This policy has been in effect on paper for some time; however, most…

Best credit cards: 4 top picks based on firsthand experience

When it comes to credit card options, we’re living in an amazing age. Selection has never been better, with competitive options across a wide range of price points and reward types. Choosing the right credit card for your specific lifestyle and travel goals can make a huge difference in how many rewards you earn and…

JetBlue to boost inflight Wi-Fi with Amazon’s Project Kuiper

The first U.S. airline to offer free inflight Wi-Fi to all passengers is giving its on-board service a big upgrade. JetBlue on Thursday said it will partner with Amazon’s Project Kuiper to outfit some of its planes with faster connectivity powered by low-Earth-orbit satellites. The move will give JetBlue high-speed on-board internet that uses similar…