Southwest Airlines to end free checked bags policy
Bags will no longer fly free on Southwest Airlines — unless you’re willing to pay up for a high-priced fare, boast elite status, or carry one of its cobranded credit cards. In an announcement that figured to shake the foundation of its relationship with customers, the Dallas-based carrier on Tuesday
Finding a Profound Sense of Quiet On a Trekking Safari in the Serengeti
“Okay, now do the blob,” whispered Mark Thornton, the founder of Mark Thornton Safaris and our guide in Tanzania‘s Serengeti National Park. His words, barely audible, were the first anyone had spoken in an hour, and they spurred our group of five into action. We linked arms and began moving
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Ponant’s Le Commandant Charcot Cruise Ship Review
Le Commandant Charcot This cutting-edge luxury icebreaker can sail in conditions no other cruise ship can handle. Phenomenal food and wine, with menus and recipes from Alain Ducasse. Professional crew who make the ship feel like a five-star European hotel. Bold itineraries take guests to places they wouldn’t dream of
Corsair Capital acquires majority share of IDnow
Corsair Capital has increased its investment in IDnow, acquiring a majority share of the identification verification platform. Corsair plans to boost IDnow’s growth and strengthen its position in Europe. IDnow would not comment on the terms of the deal. IDnow, which was founded in 2014, creates artificial intelligence-powered identification verification
What to do if a boarding pass isn’t marked TSA PreCheck
It’s been a long winter for much of the country. If you’re like me, you’ve been dreaming about warmer weather since January; perhaps it’s still cold where you live, too (hello, Chicago). Whether you’re traveling for spring break or already looking ahead to this summer, I’m right there with you.
The Best Beaches in Greece to Visit This Summer
The best beaches in Greece can be hard to narrow down—but we did it anyway. With a coastline of nearly 8,500 miles, the country is blessed with many stretches of sand that face the glimmering Mediterranean Sea. Most of the beaches on this list are found on one of Greece’s
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Spirit Airlines Just Announced a Major Expansion With Dozens of New Flights
Spirit Airlines is emerging from the shadow of bankruptcy and route cuts by adding dozens of new routes. Major airports including Nashville, Charlotte, Detroit, Dallas, and Baltimore/Washington are getting significant route additions. Get ready for many more options for low-cost flights coming this spring. Starting in May, Spirit Airlines will
Is India’s travel sector on the verge of a boom?
India’s travel sector is growing alongside its rapidly expanding economy. The travel sector accounted for upwards of $221 billion of India’s gross domestic product in 2023, marking a near 10% jump from 2019, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council. The WTTC said it anticipates that contribution to grow to
How many credit cards should I have?
There’s never been a time in the history of credit cards where consumers have had as many options as they have today. From six-figure welcome offers to bonus points on everyday purchases, issuers are competing for your attention — and your application. Over time, you might find yourself in a
The White Lotus Is a Mandatory Primer in Resort Wear Psychology
Before The White Lotus season three, you worked on True Detective: Night Country—quite a shift from tropical vacations. How did working across such different genres prepare you for creating these heightened yet believable vacation wardrobes? Night Country came right after The White Lotus season two, and yes, it was a
