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Everywhere you turn — from credit card reward programs to the flood of credit card offers in the mail — Americans have ample opportunities to open new credit cards. As a result, many Americans accumulate a stack of credit cards in…

When it comes to flying, legroom is more than just a luxury — it’s the key to a pleasant journey, especially for those longer flights. No one wants to feel like a sardine packed into a tin can, knees pressed…

In today’s 21st-century shopping landscape, consumers enjoy unparalleled access to a vast array of products — all just a click away. This remarkable convenience, however, occasionally collides with the inconvenience of returns when a purchased item doesn’t quite match expectations….

Sharks, heights, and flying — these are some of Americans’ most common fears, and they’re not unfounded. Whether it’s the turbulence, the fear of heights, or the loss of control, the extreme fear of flying — aerophobia — isn’t easy….

The holiday season is in full swing, and for U.S. retailers, it is often the busiest season of the year for consumer spending. Holiday spending in the U.S. is estimated to total nearly $1 trillion¹ in 2023 as shoppers rush…

Ah, the holiday travel season — from those obligatory visits to the in-laws to booking a Christmas Eve flight — it’s that time of year when you hope not to get stuck on the tarmac due to unexpected winter weather…

Have you ever ventured into a new city on your own? While solo travel might appear intimidating initially, it offers you the liberty to explore stunning cities without the influence of fellow travel companions. We set out to find the…

When it comes to traveling with our 4-legged companions, there’s a divide that’s as wide as the Grand Canyon. On one side, we have passionate pet owners who wouldn’t dream of leaving their beloved Fido behind. On the other, some…

Once hotel reservations are made and flights are booked, there’s still one major logistics puzzle to solve — airport transportation. The choice often boils down to driving yourself or opting for an Uber to avoid daily parking fees.  To put…

The holiday season is twinkling into full swing, and there’s nothing quite like a festive cocktail to set the mood and add a splash of cheer. From peppermint martinis that spark memories of snowy evenings to hot toddies that warm…

The infamous layover — whether you love or hate them, they’re undeniably part of long journeys. Airport layovers allow you to stretch your legs, savor a meal, or even engage in a little retail therapy. However, not all airports are created…

With Thanksgiving and the winter holidays around the corner, nonprofits and charitable organizations are readying themselves for “Giving Season” — one of the busiest times of year for charities in the U.S. The season kicks off with “Giving Tuesday”¹ and…

In a testament to the resilience of the U.S. airline industry, air travel has not only rebounded from the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic¹ but has now surpassed pre-pandemic 2019 levels.² As eager travelers prepare to visit family and friends…

International travel has skyrocketed¹ in 2023, driven in large part by pent-up demand from the COVID-19 pandemic. And while the winter holiday season is not as busy as the summer months, December is still a very popular time² for U.S….

We’ve all been there — casually browsing travel destinations one moment and impulsively booking an all-inclusive getaway with a credit card the next. While credit cards can provide financial flexibility for many Americans, they can also bring headaches when the…

The beginning of the fall season means that Halloween is on its way. Scary movies, spooky costumes, and pumpkin carving are all time-honored Halloween traditions, but trick-or-treating — and the accompanying appetite for candy — is perhaps the season’s most…

In 2023, the average American’s personal debt, excluding mortgage debt, is $21,800, according to Northwestern Mutual.¹ Debt is an all-too-common challenge that plagues countless individuals nationwide, whether it’s from student loans or credit card bills. For some, the desire to…

As the fall season ushers in cooler temperatures and shorter days, it also marks the arrival of one of the year’s most anticipated and celebrated holidays: Halloween. Whether spending a night out trick-or-treating with friends, dressing up in costume for…

The millennial generation — those currently aged 27 to 42 — is America’s largest,¹ and as they move solidly into their peak earning and spending years, they are quickly asserting their economic power. Millennials faced a tough economic outlook in…

Have you ever wondered where you’d haunt if you were a ghost? While the question may seem silly, it opens up a new lens through which we can explore America’s cities as we approach the spookiest time of the year. …