I was on a transcontinental flight on United when the gate agent announced they were oversold.  My ears perked up.  I was disappointed when the amount of money they would give you to voluntarily take another flight was announced as $200. It is an easy way to make $200 but this …

Elite status seems like a pure fringe benefit.  From traveling for work so much, you get a set of benefits at hotels and airlines to use when you are traveling for fun.  Plus it makes work travel a little easier. But elite status can also save your company some money! …

In addition to being a card-carrying Diamond member with Hyatt, I’m also a AAA member. I’ve been a AAA member even though I just bought my first car in four years. While Hyatt offers a Diamond rate at many properties, I’ve more commonly received a discount through AAA.  But that …