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How to Exploit Lockdown Route Pricing for European “Open” Destinations—to Save Up to 83%
Make moussaka out of a molehill by leveraging lockdown rates to get the most out of availability to Europe. It’s what FCF is calling The…
FCF’s Delta-Virgin Ethical Hack Is Back—Netting Two to Six Tickets for the Price of One
Our once wishful thinking prediction came true, wouldn’t you know it? If you’ve been following me for very long, you know how much I love…
Flexibility and Refundability. The Buzzwords for Post-Lockdown Travel
Volatile fare pricing, which has been around for a long time, is now turning up in the form of refundable fares. Free-Range Flex Fares The…
All Nippon, All Good: How to Save $20,621 / 91% in First Class to Asia
Miles: If you can’t collect ‘em, buy ‘em — with a little-used strategy anyone can leverage. You can save up to $8,464 / 84% in…
Fly This European Airline for 68,000 R/T in Business. No Jeopardy About It
Amex, Chase, and Citi points travelers can score big this fall, winter, and early next year. Unlike the summer opportunity trend we just uncovered, there’s…
Easy Come, Easy Go: Why Pressing Go on a Deal Is the Best Play Right Now
Example No. 4719 of why not to wait. If you’re thinking of a future trip and see an award deal, book it now. You can…
Mixed Cabin Part II: The One Step Above Cattle Class. When Elites Should Consider Going for Extra Legroom
Want to gain much more overall value? Consider leveraging your elite status or fees for extra legroom on your daytime flight and shift your budget…
Hawaiian Hustle: Costa Rica Makes a Play for Value-Seeking Tropical Trippers
Costa Rica First Class for the cost of Hawaii in economy? It’s ironic that Costa Rica literally means “rich coast” when the cost of getting…
Best FCF Fares & Miles/Points Alerts Still Available
We’ve put together a survey of the best airfares and unprecedented mileage availability (aka “Sweet Redeems”) that we’ve published in the last month–on major airlines–that…
