American Express has a way to cancel a flight for any reason and still get some of your money back—but it’s more like “Cancel For Any Reason (lite)” than full-blown …
travel insurance
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Rental Cars
Renting A Car Abroad? What Your Credit Card Covers—And What It Doesn’t
by joehegby joehegWhen you rent a car in the U.S., there’s usually a simple question to answer at the counter: Do you want to use your own insurance or buy coverage from …
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Travel insurance is a must for cruises—but it doesn’t cover everything. After all, when you’re traveling domestically, Most private health insurance plans will cover you for emergency situations. And if …
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Credit Cards
Does Credit Card Travel Insurance Still Work After You Cancel the Card?
by joehegby joehegCredit card travel protections look straightforward on the surface. You pay for a trip with the right card, something goes wrong, and the coverage kicks in. But the benefits page …
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Travel
The U.S. Didn’t Make the 2026 Safest Places to Visit List — Here’s Who Did
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWhen people travel abroad for leisure, safety is usually one of the first things they consider. Most travelers probably aren’t planning trips to places experiencing active conflict or political instability, …
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Tips and Tricks
Weather Delay Survival Guide: What To Do Before, During, and After a Flight Disruption
by joehegby joehegWeather can disrupt airline travel any time of year—spring thunderstorms, summer heat, winter snow, and everything in between. Delays are never ideal, but a little prep (and a flexible mindset) …
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Since its launch, Virgin Voyages has shaken up the cruise industry by doing things differently. Instead of a few massive dining rooms, the line offers several premium restaurants at no …
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Credit Cards
Is the AMEX Platinum’s Rental Car Coverage Worthy of Its Annual Fee?
by joehegby joehegWhen I wrote about which credit cards offer primary rental car coverage, a few readers asked, “What about American Express?” It’s a fair question—and one I initially didn’t explore in …
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When we travel within the U.S., I don’t give much thought to travel insurance before the trip. I make sure to use a credit card with good travel protections, and …
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According to AAA, roughly 72.2 million Americans are expected to be traveling at least 50 miles from home during the 4th of July holiday. And the TSA says they’re expecting …