airline fees

If you’re old enough, you remember the halcyon days when checking a bag didn’t cost you anything (neither did choosing your seat, but I digress). But in 2008, American Airlines …

With Southwest’s new seating system set to begin for travel on or after January 27, 2026, all the major U.S. airlines now use assigned seating. For passengers, that means one …

Over the years, airlines have figured out more and more ways to nickel and dime their passengers. So nowadays for every little thing that’s considered more desirable, there’s potentially a …

If you’ve ever booked a flight and looked at the seat map, you’ve probably noticed the exit rows — the ones that promise extra legroom. But what doesn’t always get …

When you book a flight to the Caribbean, the process looks a lot like any other international itinerary. You’ll need to enter your passport details (except for Puerto Rico and …

Southwest used to be known as the airline that bucked the trend. No change fees. Two free checked bags. Friendly crews. Open seating. A quirky sense of humor. While other …

About 2 years ago, the travel story that was all over the news was how certain airlines were paying gate agents a commission to “catch” passengers who were “trying to …

Size matters, especially when dealing with something as important as the dimensions of your carry-on bag. Passengers are avoiding checking luggage due to the cost and the risk of airlines …

Basic Economy fares are still with us in 2025, and while the core idea hasn’t changed—lower fares in exchange for fewer perks—the fine print continues to evolve. Airlines have updated …

We’ve had the Ritz-Carlton Credit Card for several years now. One of its most valuable perks is the $300 annual travel credit. But if you’ve never used it before, or …