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With Swiss International Air Lines, it’s all about planning ahead with your baggage, as fees are significantly cheaper to book online at swiss.com rather than amending your booking at check-in. Swiss International Air Lines Carry-on Allowance 1 personal item: FREE…

China Southern Airlines has a clear policy for checked baggage and a generous allowance in particular for first class passengers, allowing 3 checked items. This clear-cut policy extends to excess baggage as well, with standard charges for oversized and overweight…

Customers need to be careful about how charges like baggage fees add up on budget airlines like Spirit. Spirit Airlines does not include any bags in its base allowance (Bare Fare), not even carry-ons. Additionally, baggage prices increase the closer you…

EVA Air has a fairly generous baggage allowance, but don’t get caught out on overweight checked baggage — this is charged by piece for flights to/from the U.S., so the opportunity isn’t there to pay for just a few extra…

Air New Zealand has a fairly standard baggage policy, with reasonable charges for extra checked luggage booked online up to 90 minutes before departure for international flights. It’s worth planning ahead, as excess baggage charges at check-in are more than…

When flying Norwegian Air, checked baggage is included for all fares excluding LowFare. When you require additional baggage, the trick to saving primarily comes with booking your baggage online before reaching the airport, which you can do up to 6…

Let’s face it, figuring out baggage fees can be complicated. We’re willing to bet a large majority of people show up at the airport without a clue as to what their baggage is going to cost.  It’s a tad simpler…

Described as an “American jeans brand rooted in authenticity and self-expression,” American Eagle Outfitters has long been a shopping mall staple with their on-trend clothing marketed to young adults and college students alike. Recently, they’ve been advertising a more “retro/vintage”…

When it comes down to it, packing for a trip (domestic or international) can be stressful. Do you wait until the last minute? Put off researching what you’ll need for certain activities or weather at your destination? Get distracted easily,…

We’ve put together a complete list of all the American Airlines Admirals Club lounge locations, including detailed information on exactly where to find each lounge in your airport. We’ve also listed hours of operation and if any specialty amenities are…

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re a true points-and-miles geek, here’s a quick test: You’ve just booked a nearly 10,000-mile, 17-hour ultra-long-haul flight. What’s your immediate reaction? If you answered the latter, you’re probably the kind of travel-hacking ninja who’s…

Victoria’s Secret is one of the most popular lingerie brands in the country. Their unmistakable ads and constant sales lure in shoppers far and wide, so what about their credit card? Can it save you some hard-earned cash on those…

Though the news surrounding Sears and Kmart stores closing isn’t very positive, the Transformco company — created in 2019 to acquire brands from the Sears Holdings Corporation — continues to have brands that remain well-established anchors in the network of…

Macy’s has been around for over 150 years as a mainstay in the upper echelons of the American department store society. Just the name “Macy’s” conjures up visions of upbeat ads for clothing and household wares, and memories of Thanksgivings…

JCPenney department stores have been around for over 100 years (seriously!). For many people, their storefronts are viewed as a cornerstone of the American shopping mall, and almost everyone recognizes the brand or has flipped through a JCPenney catalog at…

Update: Wow air has gone out of business. WOW Air is following the trend of many airlines by offering reduced baggage fees when you book your trip online. However, there’s a caveat: baggage costs increase if you wait to purchase…

The mainstream luxury clothing brand Banana Republic is a favorite of stylish shoppers far and wide. Focused on bringing customers contemporary yet classic wardrobe pieces, the brand prides itself on its detailed craftsmanship and versatility. So what about the Banana…

We’ve recently returned from an incredible 2.5-week trip to England and Italy. This adventure was a long time in the making with quite a few moving parts, and certainly wasn’t our least-stressful trip to plan, but seeing it all come…

If you’ve been to a mall, you’ve surely seen a Gap. With recent branch additions like GapKids, babyGap, Gap Factory Stores, and more — plus nearly 4,000 stores in over 90 countries — the brand has really taken over worldwide….

Update: Wow air has gone out of business. We’ve put together a general review of WOW air to give you a quick glance at the airline from a customer’s viewpoint. Since this isn’t an airline you hear about every day,…

Old Navy is known for its affordable, yet stylish clothing fit for the whole family. There always seems to be a sale, and it’s rare you won’t find a coupon, promo, or special offer to knock a few more bucks…