Points and miles are currently my preferred credit card reward currencies, but there was a time when cash back was my top choice.Of the eight cards in my wallet, three…

What a difference a week makes.Last Monday, we were coming off one of the most chaotic weekends at airports in several years, as the government shutdown fueled mass flight cancellations…

As a United Quest℠ Card (see rates and fees) cardholder, I already enjoy perks like free checked bags, priority boarding, expanded award availability and travel credits. But as the end…

Among North America's best-known national parks, Glacier Bay is a bit of an outlier.Unlike Yellowstone or Yosemite, you can't visit Glacier Bay on a road trip. There are no roads…

The joys of an airport lounge are even better when shared.From complimentary food and drinks to premium amenities like showers and quiet rooms, lounges are a reprieve from chaotic terminals…

It's one of the best sweet spots in the world of points and miles: You can book Japan Airlines business or first class using miles from the frequent flyer programs…

Although not as popular as the "big three" Alaska ports — Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway — Sitka is an adventure in its own right. Located on the rugged shores of…

The outlook for air travel keeps improving.Late Friday, the Federal Aviation Administration announced it would reduce the number of flights airlines would have to cancel at the nation's busiest hubs.Starting…