Recent content by Martha

I’ve found some of my cheapest Delta flights by being flexible with dates and checking prices at odd hours, but I really learned my best “hack” after a price dropped after I booked. Instead of stressing, I called 877-297-0699 to see if anything could be done. The agent explained my options...

From what I’ve seen, Southwest flights don’t usually get cheaper right before departure, and I learned that the hard way. I once waited too long, hoping the price would drop closer to my travel date, but it actually went up instead. Southwest fares tend to rise as seats fill, even though there...

Upgrading a flight booked through Expedia can take a bit of patience, at least from my experience. I once booked a basic economy ticket and later realized I wanted extra legroom for a longer trip. I checked my Expedia booking first, then followed the airline link to see seat upgrade options...

Upgrading a Delta international flight can feel confusing at first, but it’s definitely doable. On one of my overseas trips, I originally booked Main Cabin and later decided I wanted more comfort for the long haul. I checked my reservation online and saw upgrade offers for Premium Select and...

Booking multi-city flights on Alaska Airlines is actually simpler than it sounds. I did it last summer when I planned a trip that went from Seattle to San Diego and then on to San Francisco. I used the multi-city option while booking, but I still had questions about timing and baggage rules. I...

From my experience, there isn’t one magic “cheapest day” to buy United flights, but I’ve personally had the best luck checking prices mid-week, especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Last year, I watched a fare for days and noticed it dipped slightly on a Tuesday morning, which saved me a decent...

The movie lineup on Delta’s international flights can actually be pretty solid, though it does change often depending on the route and aircraft. On my last long-haul trip, I remember being pleasantly surprised to see a mix of new Hollywood releases, a few international films, and even some...