Deal alert: Spend summer in Iceland from 8 round-trip

Deal alert: Spend summer in Iceland from $418 round-trip

We’re starting to see the prices drop on airfare to Europe this summer. A number of sales have already popped up with discounted flights. Now, Icelandair is getting in on the action. The official airline of the Nordic nation just announced a sale on flights to Reykjavik from multiple U.S. cities, including Baltimore, Boston, Detroit…

Cruise lines to find new home ports after Baltimore bridge collapse

Cruise lines to find new home ports after Baltimore bridge collapse

Following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore early Tuesday, two cruise lines have to find alternate ports where their ships can dock when their current voyages conclude. What happened In the early hours of March 26, a cargo ship leaving the port of Baltimore hit the Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing…

United to install larger overhead bins on regional jets

United to install larger overhead bins on regional jets

United Airlines is making a change that should improve the passenger experience on some of its smallest jets. The airline is beginning installation of new, larger overhead bins on dozens of its Embraer 175 aircraft, the Chicago-based carrier announced Tuesday. The changes will mean more space for passengers’ full-size, rollaboard carry-on bags — even on…

Are cruises safe? What you need to know about cruise ship security

Are cruises safe? What you need to know about cruise ship security

If you’ve watched the news at any point over the past several years, it’s likely you’ve seen disturbing stories about cruise ship norovirus or COVID-19 outbreaks and passengers “falling” overboard. Combine that with reports of sexual assault and fistfights, and it’s no surprise you might be wondering whether cruise ships are safe. Here, I’ll address…

Credit card transfer partners: Guide to transferring points and miles to airlines and hotels

Credit card transfer partners: Guide to transferring points and miles to airlines and hotels

We love transferable credit card points here at TPG. The ability to transfer your rewards to a wide range of airline and hotel loyalty programs at a moment’s notice provides valuable flexibility to maximize your travel. You’re not locked into a single redemption scheme as you plan your trips. If you can’t find the seats…