Travelers this summer might not be experiencing any major discounts when they go to book a hotel room in the U.S., but there is a softening in some segments of the market. However, it’s a little premature to celebrate the idea of any oncoming bargains. Hotel data firm STR this month revised its forecast for the remainder of this year to downgrade...

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Wyndham Diamond status offers valuable perks on Wyndham stays. Even if you don’t frequently stay at Wyndham hotels and resorts, you might benefit from Wyndham Diamond status — especially since it is easy to earn via two different avenues. Here’s what you need...

I’ve been living in the U.S. for almost a decade, and one of the strongest opinions I encounter among travelers here is about Southwest Airlines. It seems that the only people more vocal than the airline’s haters are its loyal fans. I think there are valid arguments on both sides of the coin. And, indeed, I was more of a Southwest hater for most of...

As I sat on my balcony looking at the Rock of Gibraltar in the distance, I couldn’t believe I’d paid just $72 per night for me and my husband to take a 14-night transatlantic cruise. Like many other passengers I talked to during the crossing, I’d booked my cheap cruise through a Carnival Players Club offer. My specific offer gave me a “free” balcony...

Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers.   We’re almost halfway through 2024, which means it’s time for a new set of Chase Freedom bonus categories. And for Q3, Chase is bringing back the chance to earn bonus rewards on some of our biggest summer expenses. From June 15, Chase Freedom Flex℠ and Freedom...

Air France-KLM has just released a slew of discounted business-class seats to Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). Tickets can be booked for only 100,000 miles round-trip plus $564 in taxes — potentially a great way to spend your Flying Blue miles. This...