Bilt’s new $495-a-year Palladium card pushes the company deeper into premium travel rewards. Whether it makes sense for most people depends less on the headline perks and more on one practical question: how much value a cardholder can actually get from Bilt points.

A new survey asking Americans which US city they would never visit again sparked strong reactions and a few unexpected answers. The results highlight how travel memories, safety concerns, costs, and crowding shape where people say they will not return.

United Airlines has updated its in-flight policy to make clear that passengers who play music, videos, or games without headphones can be removed from a flight. The change sparked strong reactions online from travelers who say the issue has become increasingly common.

A common family vacation habit is drawing new scrutiny as more adult children question whether sharing one hotel room with parents is practical, fair, or financially necessary. Travel advisors and etiquette experts say the answer depends less on age alone and more on privacy, budget, and clear expectations.

Travelers heading to major events like the World Cup can be shocked when a hotel booking listed as refundable is later treated as non-refundable. Consumer experts say the answer depends on what was disclosed at booking, what terms changed, and whether the hotel or platform can prove you agreed.

Residents living near fast-growing AI data centers say their utility bills are rising as massive computing sites expand. Their complaints are fueling a broader debate over who pays for the energy and water needed to power the AI boom.