The New York Times – Travel:
Brian Kelly, the founder of the travel rewards website the Points Guy, says there’s never been a better time than now for earning points.
Category: Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates)
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Frontier Airlines Offers to Buy Spirit Airlines, Again
The New York Times – Travel:
Spirit, which filed for bankruptcy protection in November after a federal court blocked its acquisition by JetBlue, says it has rejected the latest Frontier offer for being too low.
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Travel 2025: The Forecast on Pricing is Mixed
The New York Times – Travel:
Domestic airfares are on the rise, economy hotels are holding steady and cruise lines are favoring booking incentives over price cuts.
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What to Know About Plane Maintenance After the South Korean Crash
The New York Times – Travel:
Airlines have been increasingly outsourcing repair and upkeep work to other countries, but experts and consumer groups disagree about its impact on safety.
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Your Frugal Travel Calendar for the Year Ahead
The New York Times – Travel:
Mark your calendar to take advantage of sales, slow periods and the best travel deals.
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Help! Ryanair Won’t Send Flight Compensation to a U.S. Bank Account
The New York Times – Travel:
After being grounded for 12 hours in Berlin, a mother and daughter were owed both compensation and a rebooked flight. All they got were nonsensical responses from customer service.
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Thinking About a Solo Cruise? Here’s What to Know.
The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:
As solo cruising becomes more popular, pricing and cabin types are changing. Deals can be found, especially with advance planning, but it takes a little know-how.
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How Much Money Did This Year’s Met Gala Raise?
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Ticket prices to the event have sharply risen, making it a fund-raising bonanza for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute.
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Help! Megabus Canceled My Trip But Won’t Refund the Booking Fee.
The New York Times – Travel:
A traveler spent $53.98 to reserve a bus ride from Philadelphia to Boston. But the company canceled the trip and returned only $49.99, prompting an 18-month fight over a principle.