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Who will rescue frequent flyer programs?
Issuers of frequent flyer credit cards have a stake in the viability of the airlines' loyalty schemes. Can they prevent the airlines from killing the programs? read more

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(Photo: Southwest)Southwest says mileage programs are toast
It's the question on everyone's mind: Do frequent flyer programs have a future? Southwest CEO Gary Kelly thinks not. read more
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Change purse with $20 bill (Photo: iStockPhoto/Daniel Butler)Pay more to get more? Most flyers say 'yes'
SmarterTravel.com asked readers whether they'd prefer to pay higher base airfares if it meant they wouldn't have pay all of the extra airline fees. Read the survey results. read more
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