Don’t tell Air France that international first class is a relic of yesteryear. At a time when many airlines have abandoned the first-class experience of long-haul flying, France’s national carrier is doubling down on it. This move was on full display Tuesday in Paris, where Air France rolled out the latest update to its posh…

The entry-level Hilton Honors American Express Card can be a surprisingly great addition to anyone’s wallet, whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a complete newbie. Even if you don’t frequently stay at Hilton properties, this no-annual-fee card (see rates and fees) can help you rack up bonus points on your everyday purchases. Then, you can…

Southwest Airlines is, for better and for worse, one of a kind — and people tend to either love or hate it. When it comes to elite status with Southwest, there aren’t the same perks available for loyal members that many other airlines offer. Of course, this may change when Southwest implements its new assigned…

Which U.S. airline has the most customer-friendly bag policies? For years, it’s been an easy question to answer: Southwest Airlines, with two free bags for every traveler on every fare. But that’s set to change May 28, when the Dallas-based carrier begins charging most customers for checked baggage, all but ending a customer-friendly policy that…

Delta’s SkyMiles loyalty program has made a small but potentially valuable change to its redemption pricing: carrier-imposed surcharges on Delta-operated flights commencing in Europe to the United States are no longer payable. This means that while the miles required may still be high, the cash payment required on these flights is now lower. Dan’s Deals…