Southwest’s Painful Companion Pass Changes
Roger Kleckner Roger Kleckner

Southwest’s Painful Companion Pass Changes

Au revoir, Southwest?

Southwest Airlines just made one of the best deals in travel rewards much harder to earn. Its October 15 announcement included new airport lounges, elite status tiers, airline partnerships, and upgraded Wi-Fi. But the biggest news is a major blow to the coveted Southwest Companion Pass.

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Traveling to Machu Picchu on Points!
Roger Kleckner Roger Kleckner

Traveling to Machu Picchu on Points!

Last month, I checked off one of my biggest bucket-list adventures: hiking Machu Picchu Mountain, climbing ancient Inca steps to more than 11,000 feet for an incredible view overlooking the Machu Picchu citadel - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World!

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Offer Ending: Get $1,000 bonus cash back with Ink Business Cash
Roger Kleckner Roger Kleckner

Offer Ending: Get $1,000 bonus cash back with Ink Business Cash

The European Union has officially delayed the rollout of its ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) until 2027.

If you've been wondering whether you need to apply for ETIAS before your next trip to Europe - the answer is not yet.

The official European Union ETIAS website currently states that the system is not yet operational and that travelers should not apply at this time. The EU has said it will provide plenty of advance notice before ETIAS officially

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EU Delays ETIAS Travel Authorization until 2027
Roger Kleckner Roger Kleckner

EU Delays ETIAS Travel Authorization until 2027

The European Union has officially delayed the rollout of its ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) until 2027.

If you've been wondering whether you need to apply for ETIAS before your next trip to Europe - the answer is not yet.

The official European Union ETIAS website currently states that the system is not yet operational and that travelers should not apply at this time. The EU has said it will provide plenty of advance notice before ETIAS officially

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Spirit Airlines Collapse - Rescue fares, Credit Cards and Points
Roger Kleckner Roger Kleckner

Spirit Airlines Collapse - Rescue fares, Credit Cards and Points

Spirit Airlines has officially and immediately ceased global operations as of May 2, following a failure to secure a bailout agreement from the U.S. government or potential industry partners. 

Spirit has confirmed passengers who booked directly through Spirit will receive automatic refunds to their original form of payment. Travelers who booked through third-party platforms will need to contact those providers directly to initiate refund requests.

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Spring Into Travel: How Opening a Credit Card Now Can Fund Your Summer or Fall Getaway
Roger Kleckner Roger Kleckner

Spring Into Travel: How Opening a Credit Card Now Can Fund Your Summer or Fall Getaway

Spring is all about fresh starts - and it’s also one of the smartest times to start planning your summer and fall travel. With airfare trends becoming increasingly unpredictable (and I'm predicting more expensive), waiting until the last minute for paid can cost you. Savvy travelers understand that the real opportunity isn’t just in booking - it’s in preparation and earning.

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