Is Mexico Safe to Travel Right Now?

Is Mexico Safe to Travel Right Now?

Violence in western Mexico made international headlines earlier this year, raising concerns among travelers planning trips to the country. The unrest was concentrated in parts of Jalisco following a major security operation targeting organized crime groups. While the...
Global Entry Just Got Even Faster

Global Entry Just Got Even Faster

Getting through U.S. immigration may soon become even faster for Global Entry members. At several major airports, travelers are now being cleared by a new camera system before they ever reach a kiosk. Instead of stopping to scan a passport or pose for a photo, some...
Most Travelers Miss These Google Flights Features

Most Travelers Miss These Google Flights Features

Finding cheap airfare used to mean opening a dozen browser tabs, checking airline websites one by one, and hoping a good fare appeared before it disappeared. Today, I start almost every trip with Google Flights. After decades of booking flights for weekend getaways,...
How to Get Paid When a Flight Is Overbooked

How to Get Paid When a Flight Is Overbooked

A full flight can be more useful than an empty one if you know how to play it. Airlines sell extra seats because some passengers don’t show up. When everyone does, they need volunteers. That’s where you step in and trade a bit of time for compensation that can fund...