Finding cheap flights online - be points-savvy!

We’ve spent a great deal of time researching and testing ways to get the best airfares to enable us to travel as much as we do, and we’d like to pass on some of our tips for seeking out these...

Lost Luggage Survival

The airplane has just landed and you turn on your phone. You aren't sure exactly what sort of messages you'll receive as you are now in another country and you are mostly certain that your phone's...

Check your airline's carry-on bag policy

If you have traveled on most U.S. based airlines, you are likely familiar with the carry-on bag policy. That is, most travelers can bring on board one full-sized carry-on bag plus one personal...

Always Triple Check your Airline Updates!

As a savvy traveler, I tend to fly with budget airlines. These airlines can be great money savers, but they are often smaller than large companies such as Delta and American. Due to this, flights can...

Airlines Verifying Your Credit Card at Check-In

When buying plane tickets online using a credit card, keep in mind that some airlines will ask to see said credit card before checking-in at the airport. If you fail to show the card, boarding will...

Why the United MileagePlus Explorer Card is a keeper

I just recently got an email from Chase and the new benefits that will be rolled out for the MileagePlus Explorer card. Starting from June 1st, cardholders will get 2x the miles on hotel and dining...