Getting “SSSS” on your boarding pass isn’t a mistake — it’s a flag for Secondary Security Screening Selection, which adds extra screening before you fly. Even if you are approved for the time-saving TSA PreCheck program and/or Global Entry, you are not immune from these dreaded letters appearing on your next boarding pass. Here’s what…

The fare sales to Europe continue as American Airlines has slashed prices on flights to some of the most popular overseas destinations. We found some great itineraries in this sale for less than $400 round-trip. If you’ve been thinking of visiting Athens, Greece, and soaking in its abundance of history and culture, or if it’s…

Alaska Airlines’ and Hawaiian Airlines’ much-anticipated joint loyalty program, Atmos Rewards, launched in August. With it came a slew of under-the-radar perks and a unique way to choose how to earn points and elite status. Though Atmos Rewards introduced new benefits and changes, compared to its predecessor program, Mileage Plan, it will still utilize Alaska’s…

With dozens of travel credit cards available, there’s truly something for every kind of traveler. The key is finding a card that matches your spending habits and helps you get closer to your travel goals — whether that’s a weekend getaway or a dream vacation. Here’s what to look for when choosing the best travel…

You probably already know some of Hilton’s most iconic luxury brands, like Conrad and Waldorf Astoria. But did you know that in 2024, Hilton partnered with Small Luxury Hotels of the World, a collection of some of the world’s best independent hotels and resorts, to bring hundreds of properties into the Hilton Honors ecosystem? Now,…

Visa cardholders receive everyday card benefits, which are determined by the tier of card you have. The three tiers are Visa Traditional, Visa Signature and Visa Infinite, and each tier has more perks than the last. Visa Signature is in the middle of this lineup and includes many common cards in the Visa network. Let’s…

In the heart of the Alps, Slovenia offers a rare blend of rugged hiking trails, world-class wine and Michelin-starred dining. I recently spent five nights in Slovenia and was instantly charmed by this often-overlooked country, which made TPG’s list of the best places to travel in 2025. Though Slovenia’s major cities and attractions, like Ljubljana…

Delta Air Lines and American Express are currently running solid welcome offers on their cobranded credit cards. Many of these bonuses match the highest-ever offers we’ve seen, including a best-ever offer on the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card. If you’ve been looking at getting a Delta card, now is a great time to consider…

Since opening in August 2020, the 295-room Mondrian Seoul Itaewon has staked a claim as one of the South Korean city’s swankiest hotels thanks to its trippy decor, striking modernist tower, bustling bars and restaurants, monumental art installations and general cool factor. ERIC ROSEN / THE POINTS GUY The hotel is also part of Accor…

Say farewell to your right to a refund, if airlines have it their way. Several U.S. airlines filed a request with the Department of Transportation seeking to cancel major consumer protections enforced by the federal government, an action that could see passengers lose refunds, information and more. The 93-page request by Airlines for America —…