One of the lesser-known perks of the Chase Freedom Flex® (see rates and fees) is going away later this year. Beginning Sept. 20, 2026, the Freedom Flex will no longer offer complimentary cellphone protection to eligible cardholders who pay their monthly wireless bill with the card. If you’ve been relying on the benefit to help…

Frontier Airlines is picking up where Spirit Airlines left off at several busy airports. In the wake of Spirit’s collapse, Frontier on Tuesday announced it’s adding four new routes, several of which were staples for its defunct rival. The new service unveiled this week includes new flights to South Florida, Orlando, the Caribbean and Detroit…

Frontier Airlines was already planning to upgrade its planes with first-class seats. Now, the budget airline is getting the fastest Wi-Fi in the sky. The Denver-based, ultra-low-cost carrier on Tuesday announced it’s outfitting its jets with Starlink, the ultrafast internet service from SpaceX. Installations are expected to begin in 2027. It’ll be a key on-board…

When it comes to packing for any kind of trip, having the right bag is key. No amount of neatly folded clothes or well-organized toiletries can overcome a piece of luggage that doesn’t fit your needs. And if you’re just taking a quick weekend trip, the right bag matters even more. You need a weekender…

The annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is one of the best times of the year to purchase luxury luggage, shoes, beauty products and more that rarely go on sale at significant discounts — and it starts this week. From July 14 to 17, the sale is restricted to elite members of The Nordy Club loyalty program…

Picture this: A car waiting for you with a smile as soon as you walk out the airport doors, because your driver knew exactly when you’d land and planned accordingly. A car seat is already installed for your 8-month-old, because you requested one before the trip. A charger and water bottle ready so you can…

It’s back! The best welcome offer we’ve ever seen on the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees) is still around, and we couldn’t think of a better time to apply. The card is currently offering 100,000 points, earned after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. This…

Paying an annual fee doesn’t have to mean spending hundreds of dollars. Plenty of excellent credit cards charge less than $100 annually while still offering valuable rewards, travel perks and statement credits that can easily outweigh the cost for the right cardholder. Limited-time offer on the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card: Earn 100,000 bonus points after…

American Express is tightening the rules around one of the American Express Platinum Card®‘s popular statement credits. Beginning Aug. 1, 2026, some Peacock subscriptions will no longer qualify for the card’s up to $25 in monthly digital entertainment statement credit (enrollment required). Under updated benefit terms from American Express, Peacock bundled subscriptions, add-on services and…

Have you ever arrived at a hotel to find it doesn’t have room for you or has closed for repairs — or worse, had to evacuate during an emergency situation? These scenarios are rare, but they can throw a wrench in your dream trip, not to mention put a dent in your wallet. Thankfully, there…