What is the Fair Credit Billing Act, and how does it affect consumers?

Credit card consumers have a number of different rights and protections afforded to them, many of which are laid out in the Fair Credit Billing Act. The law has been around since 1974 — longer than the first credit card travel rewards program — but most people still don’t know what exactly the act entails…

Cruise ship food and dining: The ultimate guide to eating on board

Admit it — you think of cruises as floating smorgasbords, bastions of gluttony with all-you-can-eat lobster tails and molten chocolate cake served 24 hours a day. You imagine onboard restaurants as an overcrowded, at-sea outpost of Golden Corral or perhaps a formal banquet hall straight out of the movie “Titanic.” Clearly, you haven’t been on…

Qantas first-class flight review: Comfortable but subpar

Quick take: Qantas first class delivers unrivaled comfort when flying nonstop to Australia. However, the Flying Kangaroo is a hop behind the world’s best and needs to take a bold leap to stay in the game. Pros Among the most comfortable bedding in the sky Friendly, down-to-earth service Very spacious suite Cons Difficult to book…

The Club MDW: Inside the first lounge at Chicago’s Midway International Airport

As a Chicagoan, I’ve visited a majority of the lounges at O’Hare International Airport (ORD), including the newest United Club. Although I occasionally fly out of Midway International Airport (MDW), there was no lounge to visit until September, 2024. But after 96 years of doing without, Midway finally has a lounge for travelers passing through…

Inside Chase’s gorgeous new Sapphire Lounge in Philadelphia

There’s a new crown jewel of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). It’s been in the works for a while, and the day is finally here: Chase is ready to open its stunning new Sapphire Lounge by The Club at PHL. The space, which officially opens Thursday, is impressive — in its own right and especially relative…

You could spend the night at Manchester United’s Old Trafford stadium — and hang with legendary player Gary Neville

Manchester United’s Old Trafford is one of the most iconic football (or soccer, to you Americans) stadiums in the sport’s history, and its hallowed turf has played host to some of the club’s most pivotal moments. Now, Marriott Bonvoy is teaming up with Manchester United and legendary player Gary Neville to offer one lucky winner…

How I turned my pet’s emergency vet bills into a free night in London

Pet parenthood is one of life’s most fulfilling experiences, but as many pet parents will tell you, it can also be one of the most expensive. While I’d do anything in the world to ensure my dog’s health and safety without hesitation, it often takes a pretty penny — even with a pet insurance policy…