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JetBlue, Southwest Airlines Raise Fares; Others Follow

After JetBlue increased the base fares of its tickets earlier this week, several other carriers followed suit, raising prices by $10 a ticket. (More)

5 Myths Debunked For Frequent-Flyer Miles

There are plenty of misconceptions floating around about frequent-flyer miles that keep travelers from using them to their best potential. It's time to set the record straight: Here, I've set out to debunk five common myths about miles, and hopefully, demystify the redemption process for you. I've personally used frequent-flyer miles to travel the globe, explore incredible new places, and take trips that I never thought possible. You can, too, if you simply get past these five common misconceptions. (More)

Deal Celebrates First Ever Direct Flights from Boston to Asia

Japanese travel agency KIE/Kintetsu International, in partnership with Japan Airlines, is now offering travelers a multi-day package that includes the first ever non-stop flights from Boston to Tokyo. (More)

Frontier Airlines Announces New Denver Routes

Frontier Airlines announced last week that it will be launching five new routes from its hub in Denver, Colorado. (More)

5 Ways Hotel Points Are More Valuable Than Airline Miles

When it comes to travel rewards, many people focus solely on airline miles, forgetting about other types of programs. But don't overlook hotel rewards, which offer easier points accumulation, superior fulfillment, more versatility, and better promotions than many airline programs. Here’s what you need to know. (More)

LAN Offers $400 Flights to Kick off Service from Miami to Bogota, Colombia

Colombia is one of our emerging hotspots for 2012, so we were excited to learn that LAN Colombia just started offering four flights a week between Miami International Airport and Bogota, Colombia. (More)

The 5 Fastest Ways to Earn Frequent Flyer Miles

It used to be that the best way to earn frequent flyer miles was to pick an airline and fly it everywhere. But these days, savvy travelers know how to diversify their sources for miles, ensuring points are earned in-flight and beyond. (More)

Obama Speeds up Visa Process to Boost Tourism

America is about to see a boost in tourism from China and Brazil, following President Obama's announcement yesterday that streamlining the visa process will make it easier for travelers from those countries to come to the U.S. (More)

The Days of Hidden Fees to End for Airline Passengers

The last of bait-and-switch airfare pricing may finally be upon us. At least, that's what several new regulations going into effect by the end of January suggest. (More)

Delta, Lufthansa Raise Fares in Response to New E.U. Emissions Law

Fares to Europe are likely to increase in 2012, as airlines will look for ways to offset costs imposed by a new law that took effect on January 1. (More)