Clint Henderson travel tips

It's been quite a roller coaster of a year in the world of points and miles.

There's a new airport option for U.S. travelers hoping to make the trek to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula — one that doesn't involve the packed terminals and dense crowds of Cancun.

United Airlines has launched a new round of Mile Play promotions, which award bonus miles to targeted members after they complete specific tasks. Now's a good time to check your eligibility and register — even if you're unsure about your upcoming travel plans.

In its latest push for rail improvements, the Biden administration has announced billions of dollars in federal funding for more than two dozen projects along Amtrak's busy Northeast Corridor.

Last month, American Express announced some major changes to a pair of its cobranded cards with Hilton Honors. Both the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card and the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card got a major overhaul — including some new perks and a handful of modified benefits.

With Labor Day weekend only days away, this hot and crowded summer is finally coming to an end — or at least, its unofficial end. But pulling off one last summer getaway, even last minute and over a holiday weekend, is still possible.