To offset rising fuel surcharges, U.S. airlines have recently raised checked bag fees. So now, for a round-trip flight, you can expect to pay about $100 extra per person for each checked bag. As someone who doesn’t have elite status from staying loyal to a specific airline and likes to book basic economy for the…

One of the most anticipated hotel openings of the year, the Andaz Lisbon, has finally opened its doors to guests. Located in Lisbon’s charming Baixa neighborhood, the Andaz Lisbon offers Praça do Comércio views, access to the most desirable parts of the city and the chance to earn and burn valuable World of Hyatt points…

When the Trump administration took office last year, plenty of airline industry insiders thought the next wave of mergers could be coming. Few, however, had a marriage of American Airlines and United Airlines — two of the nation’s largest carriers — on their bingo card. But then came Monday evening, when Bloomberg reported United CEO…

The Wells Fargo Rewards program has a shorter list of transfer partners than most other popular transferable rewards currencies. But the list got longer on April 15 with the addition of Wyndham Rewards. The addition of Wyndham Rewards as a Wells Fargo transfer partner is huge, mostly because you can now transfer Wells Fargo points…

Air India is rolling out changes to its Maharaja Club loyalty program this month. Most of the changes occurred on April 1, but some will start later this month. Given these program enhancements, here’s what you should know about the Air India Maharaja Club loyalty program. What is the Air India Maharaja Club? Maharaja Club…

It’s actually happening: Bunk beds are coming to the sky for economy passengers. Air New Zealand will soon offer what it calls the Skynest, a pod of six beds bunked three high on each side. The beds flank a ladder and are bookable in blocks of time for napping on select long-haul flights. Travelers will…

Air Canada on Tuesday unveiled the new interiors and business-class seats coming to two of its jets. This is a major upgrade that the airline described as “the first major expression” of its “Glowing Hearted” design standard and customer service approach. The new business-class cabin, which the airline is calling “Air Canada Signature Class,” will…

Is “merger mania” returning to the U.S. airline industry? You certainly might think so after reading Monday’s Bloomberg News report, which stated that United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby apparently floated a blockbuster merger with American Airlines to federal officials earlier this year. Whether such a deal is ever formally proposed (as there’d be intense regulatory…

If you’re a small-business owner who values straightforward earning and useful benefits, the new Capital One Venture Business may be a strong addition to your wallet. Plus, the Venture Business card has launched with a high-value welcome bonus that could be used for your next trip — as long as you can meet its spending…

The numbers are in … and once again, it’s Atlanta. In 2025, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) earned the title of the busiest airport — not just in America, but in the world. It’s the 27th time in 28 years that the Georgia hub, home base to Delta Air Lines, has been able to make…