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Holiday Travel
The Sunday after Thanksgiving, a record-shattering 2.9 million passengers were screened at US airports. This could be an early sign of a busy December travel season, when prices on everything from rental cars to dining out will be at a premium. But travelers are prepared to spend $$$. One survey found that over a quarter of Americans will spend more than $1,000 on holiday travel this year. Here’s how to make the most of your travel budget, so you still have some cash left over for 2024.
Your move:
Sign up for a loyalty program. Joining a hotel loyalty club can get you freebies (think: Wi-Fi) and potential upgrades. Also, check booking sites to compare accommodation prices before you check in. If they’re lower than what you paid, you could negotiate a better rate.
Know your credit card perks. From rental car insurance to free checked bags, using the right card can help save you $$$. Set up a spreadsheet to track your travel expenses, and then look through the fine print across your cards to find helpful perks.
Plan ahead. Sign up for the mailing lists of the attractions and restaurants you want to visit and follow their social media accounts, too. This can give you a sneak peek into flash sales and discounts that you might not otherwise know about.
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market update
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The stock price for Macy’s shot up by nearly 20% this morning. The boost comes on the heels of a report from The Wall Street Journal that real estate-focused investor group Arkhouse Management and global asset manager Brigade Capital Management offered to buy the company for $5.8 billion. If Macy’s accepts, the company would go private — and off the stock market.
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