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Are Travel Loyalty Programs at Risk?

A new agreement by Visa and Mastercard to reduce fees charged to merchants may drain the lucrative rewards that grant free travel to many credit...

Vacation Rentals: How to Make Your Stay Sustainable

Tips on finding a sustainable short-term rental, what you can do to conserve energy and getting involved in the community.

Hidden Cameras: What Travelers Need to Know

We talked to security and privacy experts about Airbnb’s new ban on surveillance cameras, your privacy rights and how to find a hidden camera.

Hidden Cameras: What Travelers Need to Know

We talked to security and privacy experts about Airbnb’s new ban on surveillance cameras, your privacy rights and how to find a hidden camera.

California’s Monterey Peninsula on a Budget

We put the California county, known for its exclusive towns and fancy golf courses, to the frugal test, combining a hefty dose of stunning nature...

American Airlines Changes How Miles Are Accrued. What You Need to Know.

American Airlines recently announced new restrictions on point allocation based on how you book a flight. What does that mean for loyalty members?

Skating on ‘Wild’ Ice in Alaska

When a two-week, high-pressure window of cold, clear weather froze lakes south of Anchorage, adventurous skaters, including our writer, were ready.

Skating on ‘Wild’ Ice in Alaska

When a two-week, high-pressure window of cold, clear weather froze lakes south of Anchorage, adventurous skaters, including our writer, were ready.

How to Save Money Traveling in 2024

Frugal strategies — like traveling where the dollar is strong and sampling unsung destinations — help make the most of your budget.

The Frugal Traveler Columnist Answers Questions About Her Job

Lengthy layovers, lost bags and last-minute panic: Elaine Glusac has experienced it all (and then some) as the Frugal Traveler columnist.