Airlines are busy thinking about how to earn more profit in 2023, and from the looks of it, they plan to do it the old-fashioned way: by charging fees. The extras range from luggage surcharges to creative change fees. The average airline fees rose to an all-time high of $128 per ticket … [Read more...] about Warning: More airline fees on the way in 2023
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Target offers free one-year membership to Tripadvisor Plus — $99 value
Before you takeoff on your next vacation or weekend getaway, you can pack lots of savings on your hotel stay and more. Tripadvisor Plus is a travel membership with endless savings on more than 100,000 hotels, experiences and rental cars. In addition, member enjoy access to exclusive perks and … [Read more...] about Target offers free one-year membership to Tripadvisor Plus — $99 value
How to pick the best roadside assistance program
You can never predict whether you’re going to need roadside assistance for a flat tire, dead battery or other vehicle issue, but if you’re a member of a roadside assistance program, you’ll be covered when it happens. The difficult part is deciding which program best fits your family's needs. … [Read more...] about How to pick the best roadside assistance program
Frontier Airlines offers unlimited travel at discounted price
Start making your dream travel plans now! Traveling is expensive for so many reasons. And the cost of the airline ticket is near the top of the list. That's why, if you love to travel, Frontier Airlines has the ticket for you and your budget — whether you have summer travel plans or love taking … [Read more...] about Frontier Airlines offers unlimited travel at discounted price
What to do when your voucher doesn’t cover the cost of a new cruise
A week before Carolynne James's Rhine river cruise last spring, she got some bad news: Uniworld had canceled her sailing and issued a future cruise credit. But James, a retired office administrator from Columbia, Mo., didn't want the cruise line's voucher. Prices for the same cruise the following … [Read more...] about What to do when your voucher doesn’t cover the cost of a new cruise
Where older kids ski free
Most ski areas offer free or greatly reduced skiing for youngsters up to age 5 or 6, but only a handful extend free skiing to older offspring. That can make taking your school age kids skiing an expensive endeavor. But worry not, plenty of ski resorts around the country have started offering free or … [Read more...] about Where older kids ski free
11 ways to get free or cheap ski lift tickets
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Skiing and snowboarding may not be cheap hobbies to pick up, but despite the cost of equipment and full-day lift tickets, there are plenty of ways to save money. After all, who wants to pay $200-plus to hit the slopes when they can have the adventure for much less? Follow these tips on getting … [Read more...] about 11 ways to get free or cheap ski lift tickets
Avoid high toll charges when driving a rental car
Can a retired construction worker visiting his daughter in New York City run up a $912 bill for car rental tolls in a week? Hertz says yes. Robert Watson, the traveler with the tab, says no way. Tolls are on the rise for rental car customers. And while Watson’s may be an extreme example that … [Read more...] about Avoid high toll charges when driving a rental car
How to avoid surprise rental car charges
Brad Cross expected to pay just $350 for a Honda Accord he rented in June for four days from Avis in Salt Lake City. Instead, the car rental company broadsided him with a surprise $2,974 charge to his credit card. “Avis said the rental was extended into a one-way rental and dropped in another … [Read more...] about How to avoid surprise rental car charges
How to purchase travel insurance
Travel insurance is no longer optional. After two years of travel disruptions that show no sign of ending any time soon, it's more or less mandatory. So how do you buy travel insurance in this environment? Very carefully, say experts. 2 types of travel insurance If you're going to … [Read more...] about How to purchase travel insurance
7 sneaky travel charges to avoid
We are about to enter what is traditionally one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. If you plan to travel this season and you’re a Living on the Cheap reader, chances are you’ve done your homework and researched the best travel deals for hotels, attractions and packages on our site. But … [Read more...] about 7 sneaky travel charges to avoid
Travel discounts for seniors
Once you get to the golden age of 50, you will start to qualify for senior discounts. Whether you plan to visit grandchildren who live out-of-state, or you’re hoping to travel abroad, take advantage of the deals available on transportation, lodging and even sightseeing. The more you save on each … [Read more...] about Travel discounts for seniors
How to find cheaper flights and hotel deals in 2022
It’s getting harder to find a travel deal. Just ask Tracy Hayes, who recently wanted to fly from Little Rock to St. Louis. “The cheapest flight I could find was roughly $375,” she says. “That was the one-way fare.” Hayes, a notary public from Little Rock, checked the usual suspects — … [Read more...] about How to find cheaper flights and hotel deals in 2022
Apps to save you money on the go
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Mobile technology is advancing with leaps and bounds, and new apps and features help us save money wherever we are. Whether you are headed to the store, the gas station, or vacation, there are apps to help you save money along the way. Here are some favorite apps to save you money on the … [Read more...] about Apps to save you money on the go
Don’t make these common car rental mistakes
When renting a car, you might think that getting into an accident is the only thing that could cost you money. But while accidents are sometimes unavoidable, there are other mistakes that can cost you money when driving a rental car. They include failing to take pictures of your car before and … [Read more...] about Don’t make these common car rental mistakes
