“The Day Southwest Died.” That was the Cranky Flier headline as the popular aviation site ruminated on Southwest Airlines’ decision to add bag fees — as well as a raft of other changes tucked into the announcement. Hyperbole? Not this time. The theme was a common one following Southwest’s stunning reversal of a policy that…

Have the winds suddenly shifted for U.S. air travel, or is it just some momentary turbulence? That was the question discussed by the leaders of the country’s largest airlines as they reported weaker-than-expected performance in the first quarter at a J.P. Morgan investor conference on Tuesday. “The business at the core is healthy,” said Ed…

While smooth sailing is always the aim, we often need to expect the unexpected. You can prepare yourself by taking out an insurance policy that can compensate you when your vacation at sea does not go as planned. Need to cancel your trip at the last minute due to an accident or illness? Did your…

Portugal is a great place for beach lovers given that it has a picturesque shoreline that is over 1,800 kilometers long. There are busy beaches, including Praia da Rocha in the Algarve and Guincho Beach in Cascais, but there are also quieter, less well-known beaches that are great for getting away from it all. This…

If you’re looking for a premium travel rewards credit card, two popular options are likely to pop up in your search: the Chase Sapphire Reserve® and the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card. These cards vary when it comes to annual fees, earning rates and benefits. And, of course, each earns points or miles…

As a mom of three, I’m no stranger to the ins and outs of flying with family. I know how to disassemble and reassemble my double stroller with ninja-level precision so it will fit through the baggage scanner at security. And I am firmly in the camp that screen time rules do not exist on…

Avelo Airlines is growing its footprint with three new cities announced Tuesday as part of a broader 13-route expansion. The budget carrier will add two new domestic airports — New York’s Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP) and Michigan’s Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) near Grand Rapids — as well as a new international airport…

For those with kids, spring break can feel like one of the most important — read: high-stress — weeks of the year. The pressure is on to match the magic of your childhood trips for your own offspring. Either way, there’s a lot to consider — a hot or cold climate, culture or adventure —…

It’s a tough news day for Southwest Airlines loyalists. We thought the worst was over when Southwest announced an end to its open-seating policy last summer, but we were wrong — Southwest has now announced an end to its beloved free-checked-bags policy. The announcement also includes other changes, such as a new “Basic” fare option,…

Southwest Airlines’ plan to start charging for checked bags may not only be good for its bottom line but also for other carriers, United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said. “It’s the slaying of the sacred cow,” Kirby said at a J.P. Morgan investor conference on Tuesday, hours after Southwest unveiled the new fees. He added…