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The Extra Mile

Five Signs of a Frequent Flyer Rebound

After several lean and mean years, airlines are again making nice with frequent flyers. In particular, they're revamping their loyalty schemes to make it easier to redeem miles.read more

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Frontier Will Charge More Miles for Awards

In the run-up to what may eventually be a full merger between Frontier and Midwest, changes are being made to bring their mileage programs into closer alignment.read more

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Best Reader Comments of 2009

We've rounded up the best reader comments of the year, with tips and suggestions on everything from packing to saving money to frequent flyer programs.read more

• The 10 Most Useful Travel Gifts Under $30 There's a whole world of indispensible gadgets out there to make your trips more enjoyable. Here are the best of the best. Just remember the golden rule of holiday shopping: "One for them, one for me, one for them, one for me."
• Stay Healthy on Airplanes This Winter With the cold and flu season upon us, the question on most travelers' minds is how to avoid a vacation-spoiling illness. Here are a few tips to help you avoid catching a bug.
• Consumers Win With Booking Fee Elimination With online travel agencies eliminating booking fees, how do their fares compare to the airlines' offerings? The results of our comparison tests may surprise you.
• Five Ways to Fly First Class ... Without Paying for It The recent downturn in travel means more seats are available at the front of the plane. Here's how to get one on your next trip without paying full price.
• Five Strategies for Finding Cheap Airfares in 2009 While finding good air deals will be a challenge this year, there are some real opportunities for savings if you employ these tactics.

Airline Fees: The Ultimate Guide

Confused about which airlines are charging for which "perks"? Airline Fees: The Ultimate Guide puts every major fee from every major domestic airline in one place.

• Download Airline Fees: The Ultimate Guide

Frequent Flyer Resources

• Frequent Flyer Forum
• Frequent Flyer FAQ
• Frequent Flyer Program Information

Destinations

• Jacksonville Travel Guide
  Hit the beach or walk the river in Jacksonville.
• Los Angeles Travel Guide
  Find a day at the beach, a glimpse of a celebrity, or a day out with Mickey Mouse.
• Portland Travel Guide
  Portland, Oregon, has a knack for getting things just right, and these qualities also make it a great travel bargain.
• Denver Travel Guide
  Denver is the gateway to the Rockies and a worthy destination in itself.
• Sacramento Travel Guide
  Strike it rich in Sacramento.
• Washington, D.C. Travel Guide
  Visit the intersection of the U.S. past and present in D.C.
• Seattle Travel Guide
  Seattle hits the perfect note with funky flair and fresh attitude.
• Savannah Travel Guide
  Savannah has long been attracting visitors with its affordable prices and Southern charm.
• Anaheim Travel Guide
  Anaheim draws visitors from around the world with its pirates and talking mouse.
• Scottsdale Travel Guide
  Scottsdale is an oasis in the middle of the Sonoran desert.

Hotels

• Hampton Inn Tucson-North
  1375 West Grant Rd
  Tucson, AZ
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 91
  Number of Floors: 5
  
• Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Tucson
  7411 N Oracle Rd
  Tucson, AZ
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 156
  Number of Floors: 3
  
• Courtyard by Marriott Tucson Airport
  2505 East Executive Drive
  Tucson, AZ
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 149
  Number of Floors: 3
  
• Best Western Royal Sun Inn and Suites
  1015 North Stone Avenue
  Tucson, AZ
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 79
  
• Super 8 Tampa
  321 E. Fletcher Avenue
  Tampa, FL
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 105
  
• Hilton Garden Inn Scottsdale Old Town
  7324 East Indian School Road
  Scottsdale, AZ
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 200
  Number of Floors: 7
  
• La Quinta Inn & Suites Scottsdale Phoenix
  8888 East Shea Boulevard
  Scottsdale, AZ
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 140
  Number of Floors: 3
  
• Comfort Suites Old Town Scottsdale
  3275 N. Drinkwater Boulevard
  Scottsdale, AZ
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 60
  Number of Floors: 3
  
• Scottsdale Villa Mirage
  7887 East Princess Blvd
  Scottsdale, AZ
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 128
  
• Best Western Central Inn
  45 Eisenhower Drive
  Savannah, GA
  2 traveler comments
  Number of Rooms: 129
  Number of Floors: 2