
How Early Should I Get to the Airport?
The conventional wisdom of two hours early for domestic, three for international holds true in most cases.

The conventional wisdom of two hours early for domestic, three for international holds true in most cases.

The hotel strikes a healthy balance between affordability and close proximity to the Universal theme parks.

First class passengers will get the most out of this lounge, but there's comfort for everyone.

Free Universal tickets are rare, but you can get discounts or use travel rewards points for tickets.

The most efficient way to disembark an airplane tends to conflict with what most travelers consider to be most polite.

Crunch the numbers to make sure a promotional stay is worth it, and hold the line when it comes time to say "no."

You can earn rewards points on spending at Hard Rock locations and redeem these for perks and travel and entertainment sweepstakes.

Gain lounge access through elite status, credit card perks, ticket class or a paid membership.

You can bring your own food and drinks to Disneyland Resort, but be sure to follow park rules.


Day passes, lounge membership or a first class Alaska ticket are just a few ways you can get lounge access.

Business class passengers enjoy suite-style seats and direct aisle access on long haul international flights.

No Centurion lounge in Washington-Dulles, but there are 13 other lounges to take advantage of.

Skip car rental insurance at the counter to use the card's included coverage for damage or theft.

Spend with Omni Hotels for faster points accumulation, free nights and elite benefits.

Paid access is charged by the room, so visiting with a few roommates gets you the best value.

Alaska Airlines will move to the new Harvey Milk Terminal 1 at San Francisco International Airport in mid-June.

Bottled water, small snacks and medically-necessary items are all allowed in Universal Studios.

The air travel experience is on the upswing — on most airlines, anyway.

Military service members and their families can relax at USO airport lounges around the world.

Emirates offers free cancellation within 24 hours and on Flex Plus fares, with low fees for award tickets.