Phoenix Finally Gets a Lufthansa Flight to Europe. The Vacation Math Is Harder.
Lufthansa’s new nonstop Phoenix-to-Munich service, announced October 20, 2026, is a real upgrade for Arizona travelers: it cuts a connection and opens a direct
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12 Unique Vacation Rentals You Can Book With Points to Beat Rising Travel Costs
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Fed Pause Bets Drive Yield Curve Flatter, Defying Inflation After September Hike
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How to Stretch Your Travel Points: Up to 50% Bonus on Japan Airlines and More This October
Travelers can get unusually strong value from transferable credit card points this October, with current bonuses including 50% to Japan Airlines and 40% to Air
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Yield Curve Flattens Differently: Rising Long-Term Rates Signal Stubborn Inflation
As of October 21, 2026, the U.S. bond market shows a flattening yield curve with long-term yields rising faster than short-term ones, reflecting a complex
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