Southwest Airlines has revealed how much checked bags will cost customers, as the carrier’s new fees go into effect this week. And it’ll look quite similar to other airlines. Starting on Wednesday, Southwest will charge most passengers $35 for their first checked bag, an airline spokesperson confirmed to TPG early Tuesday. That’s in line with…

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Quick take: EVA’s impressive business-class experience offers numerous first-class touches, and it is a great way to redeem credit card points to get to and from Asia. Pros: First-class tickets come with quality Champagne and elaborate, artfully presented gourmet meals. You still get pajamas in business class. There’s attentive service with outstanding attention to detail….

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Many airlines, hotels, theme parks and cruise lines pay year-round tribute to those who serve our country with various discounts and benefits. Sometimes these deals are available only to active-duty military personnel, and sometimes the perks extend to U.S. military veterans and their families. Related: The best credit cards for active-duty military members: Get waived…

American Airlines wants you to know it is committed to Chicago. Asked at an investor conference on Thursday about the carrier’s plans in the Windy City, Chief Financial Officer Devon May emphasized Chicago’s importance to American. Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) was — and is — its third-largest hub, he said repeatedly. Up until 2020…

Beach culture has been an integral part of LGBTQIA+ travel for decades, since the emergence of destinations like Provincetown, Massachusetts; Mykonos, Greece; Key West, Florida; and Sitges, Spain, as sun-splashed havens. These days, queer travelers flock to dozens of enticing beaches, from secluded spots where you can sunbathe au naturel to festive party playgrounds flanked…

Citi is a TPG advertising partner. Credit card welcome bonuses are one of the quickest ways to earn valuable travel rewards. You can often pick up 100,000 points or more in a single bonus, which can be worth thousands of dollars in travel. Right now, American Airlines’ top-tier card is offering its best-ever welcome bonus,…

Due to Chase’s restrictions on credit card applications, the smartest move for building your credit card strategy is opening credit cards from Chase before moving on to cards issued by other banks. One such restriction you may encounter is Chase’s 5/24 rule. This Chase rule (that isn’t published externally but is still very real) says…

At a glance A large family-friendly ship geared toward first-timers Plenty of interesting cabin categories for every budget No shortage of places to eat, bars and entertainment venues Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas docked at Perfect Day at CocoCay, the line’s private island in the Bahamas. ASHLEY KOSCIOLEK/THE POINTS GUY It’s hard to believe,…