I’m all for getting a good deal when I redeem my hard-earned points and miles. Once it’s finally time to burn my rewards, I’m mindful of TPG’s valuations and redemption advice to ensure I’m getting the best value. But I can’t always follow every rule. When I booked a trip to Europe that required booking…

My parents are not big travelers. It’s not necessarily that they don’t want to travel; it’s just that they have always equated traveling — particularly flying outside of the U.S. — with being too far outside their financial means. But as descendants of Italy, they’ve always had that country on their bucket list. So, after…

Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here. In the fall, few things are more magical than a scenic drive down a tree-lined road awash in color. From deep reds to sunset-like oranges and vibrant yellows, autumn brings so much color into our lives, along with crisp air, light…

A visit to the car rental counter involves making some decisions. Will you decline the company’s insurance offer? Do you need additional coverage for your trip? If you hold certain travel rewards cards, you may have rental car insurance built into your benefits. But not all coverage is the same. It’s important to know if…

Beachgoers will have a new way to fly to Dominica in the Caribbean come September. U.S. regional carrier Contour Airlines will launch new flights linking Douglas-Charles Airport (DOM) on Dominica with Cyril E. King Airport (STT) on St. Thomas and San Juan, Puerto Rico’s Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) on Sept. 24. Contour will…

Traveling to Europe during shoulder season is a great idea for many reasons. Crowds are smaller, the weather is cooler and you have a better chance of scoring a deal on flights or hotels. In fact, some of the best places to visit in Europe are even better in the fall — shhh! Since Europeans…

Chase Ultimate Rewards points are among the most valuable on the market, thanks to their flexible redemption options. Chase has a handful of cards that earn Ultimate Rewards points, including the Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees) and the Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card (see rates and fees). The Sapphire Reserve is Chase’s top…

In what we now often refer to as “the good old days of air travel,” it was common for friends and family members to be waiting at the gate when you stepped off the plane to give you a big hug. It was also normal for them to go with you to the airport, hang…

Spirit Airlines will keep flying after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring on Friday, just five months after exiting its last restructuring. The Dania Beach, Florida-based budget airline said in a letter to flyers that it will continue flying, and that they can continue to use all “tickets, credits and loyalty points.” All other passenger…

There’s nothing like heading to a beautiful destination in the Caribbean, Florida or the Gulf Coast in the summer or fall. Vacation can be wonderful — that is, until a seasonal hurricane hits your destination and turns your trip into a huge headache or something even worse. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting…