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It’s Faster (& Easier) Than Ever to Get a Passport Now

Just over a year ago, the federal government was advising travelers planning international trips to renew their passports at least six months in advance. Now, it may take only weeks to get a new...

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New: Sapphire Reserve Cardholders Can Now Access Air Canada Lounges

Travelers with a *chase sapphire reserve* in their wallets have a new lounge option when traveling north of the border, across the pond to Europe, and even at a few airports at home in the U.S.  Thanks...

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New Bonus! Earn 60K Points (& $300 Travel Credit) with the Chase Sapphire...

Chase just rolled out a brand-new, limited-time offer on its popular *chase sapphire preferred*: Earn 60,000 bonus points after $4,000 in purchases in your first three months from account opening....

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Ikon vs Epic Pass: Which Ski Pass Should You Buy (Before Prices Go Up)?

Editor's Note: This story is frequently updated with the latest updates on ski passes and ski season. It was last updated on Oct. 7, 2024. The season passes listed below are for the 2024-25 season. The...

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Chase Transfer Partners: The Key to Using Your Ultimate Rewards Points

When it comes to credit card points or airline miles, it doesn't get much better than Chase Ultimate Rewards. The points you earn from cards like the *chase sapphire preferred* and *chase sapphire...

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5 Reasons to Pick Up the Chase Sapphire Preferred, Not the Reserve

There's no denying the *chase sapphire reserve* ranks near the top of all travel rewards credit cards, with great perks like airport lounge access and a big-time travel credit. But paying an annual fee...

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Why Does Amex Charge for Some Points Transfers?

Many travelers transferring their American Express points from cards like the *amex gold* or *amex platinum* to Delta or Hawaiian Airlines: “Wait, why the heck am I getting charged a fee to transfer my...

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Hurricane Season: What to Do When Weather Causes Delays & Cancellations

A historic hurricane is heading for Florida, bringing the threat of more destruction as well as more flight delays and cancellations all across the country.  Just weeks after another major storm...

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You Can Now Book SAS Flights With Delta SkyMiles (But Should You?)

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) officially joined the Delta's SkyTeam Alliance last month, and now, finally, you can use SkyMiles to book SAS flights to northern Europe. The Denmark-based airline that...

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14 of the Best Amazon Prime Big Deal Day Sales for Travelers

It's here again: Amazon Prime Day. Actually, call it them Amazon Prime “Big Deal” Day … or Days, really. Tuesday kicked off the second of two annual big Prime Day sales – and it ends tomorrow,...

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The Best Credit Cards to Get Started with Travel in 2024

You've seen the stories about travelers using credit card points and miles to see the world for next to nothing. It sounds like a dream, but is it even real? And where do you begin? There's plenty of...

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Delta’s New Biz Class Lounge in Los Angeles (LAX) Has a Sushi Bar

Months after opening its very first, exclusive business class lounge in New York City (JFK), Delta is getting ready to throw open the doors to its second Delta One lounge – this time on the West Coast....

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Andaz Mexico City Condesa Review: A Stylish Stay in a Prime CDMX Location

The best things about Mexico City – the food, the style, the lush greenery, and the affordability – are also the best things about the Andaz Mexico City Condesa hotel. Part of Hyatt's hotel portfolio...

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Island Escapes Under $399 RT: Why it’s Time To Book Your Winter Getaway

Don't wait for the snow to fly to start thinking about your winter escape, because the best flight prices you're going to get for a sunny getaway are right now.  Too often, we hear from travelers who...

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SkyTeam Adds 2 Train Partners, Offering European Connections via Rail

Forget connecting flights: If you're flying Delta, Air France, or other SkyTeam airlines over to Europe, you might connect onward to your final destination by train instead.  SkyTeam – the major...

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After Years of Sky-High Rates, Delta SkyMiles Business Class Deals are Back

Again and again, we've warned travelers with their hearts set on flying business class to forget about earning Delta SkyMiles. With normal rates of 400,000 SkyMiles or more (yes, each way), it's just...

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Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Review: The Best Card for Beginners

For over a decade, we've considered the *csp* the best travel rewards credit card for beginners. In 2024, that hasn't changed … in fact, that case is arguably stronger than ever. It's a great option...

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United Adds More Routes to Europe, Nonstops to Greenland &… Mongolia!

United Airlines just unveiled its latest slate of new routes beginning next year, including an expansion to several smaller destinations in Italy, Spain, France, and Portugal. But in a shocker, the...

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LoungeBuddy is (Almost) Dead: How to Search for Airport Lounges Now

What was once a useful (and free) way to figure out which lounges you could get into based on your airline status or credit cards and even purchase lounge access, LoungeBuddy will soon be gone for...

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New! 20% Amex Transfer Bonus to Air France/KLM Flying Blue

We're always watching for transfer bonuses that allow you to get more out of your credit card points by sending them to specific airlines … and a great new one just popped up for American Express...

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