Sally French

The best days to fly around Christmas aren’t always the most convenient. But this year, they deserve some extra consideration if you want to avoid the crowds.

Booking a hotel room with a kitchen might seem like a prudent financial choice, but that’s not typically the case. There are better ways to save on food costs.

Travel is only getting more expensive. But with some planning, you can really cut costs. Check out these travel tips to help you save money on your next trip.

If you want to get out of town for the holidays, destinations such as San Antonio, Philadelphia and San Francisco are especially festive during Christmas.

NerdWallet's travel gift guide includes gift ideas for the travelers in your life, from Global Entry membership for international travelers to cookies for foodies.

The best Disney credit card is, in fact, not a Disney card at all. Here’s our look at which cards will deliver the most value on your next Disney trip.

A number of credit cards — possibly one that’s already in your wallet — come with elite benefits at select rental car companies.

The Companion Pass is one of Southwest’s most coveted perks, but keep in mind the value you get out of it might not be worth the money you put into its pursuit.

Thanksgiving week is among the busiest times for air travel. So when should you fly? We took a look at the best days to fly around Thanksgiving — and the worst.

Holland America Line is a leader in Alaska cruises, but its fleet of midsize ships travel to nearly 100 countries. The Rotterdam is its newest ship.

Top chefs like British royal chef Darren McGrady and pizza champion Tony Gemignani share their best tips for maximizing your cruise dining experience.

Can you bring alcohol or food on a cruise? Most ships allow some food like pre-packaged snacks, though cruise alcohol policies are usually far less generous.

Upgrade your fare or join a security clearance program to avoid the lines. It may or may not cost you, depending on what travel credit cards you hold.

United Airlines partners include airlines, hotels, car rental companies and even cruise lines, giving you tremendous flexibility when using MileagePlus miles.

Turo offers flexibility and convenience that traditional rental car companies can’t. But is Turo worth it? We took a look at the pros and cons of Turo.

Passengers on Southwest, Delta, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines can send text messages for free while they're flying. You just need a messaging app.

Save money by planning your San Francisco trip with points and miles. Use them to book flights and hotel stays through Fisherman's Wharf, downtown and more.

The discount carrier Frontier Airlines allows its loyalty program members to earn miles when flying, by using the airline's credit card and through partners.

With the Guest of Honor Award, World of Hyatt members can make a reservation for a friend or family member and gift them Globalist elite status perks.

A hotel elopement package isn’t all that much different than a traditional hotel wedding package, except you'll have to keep the number of guests to a minimum.