They’re keeping the spirit alive. Spirit Airlines permanently shut down on Saturday after 34 years after a surge in fuel prices that impacted restructuring efforts, resulting in the cancellations of hundreds of flights and leaving customers wondering what this means for their future travel plans. However, a group of common folk on social media are … Read more
He’s bin up to no good. No plane ticket, no problem. An enterprising Ryanair passenger shocked fellow flyers by stowing himself in the overhead bin during a flight from Malta to Naples, Italy. Footage of the bozo’s self-storage challenge is currently taking off, with the stowaway joking that he did it to avoid paying for … Read more
In a city where rent devours your paycheck and a casual night out can cost as much as a utility bill, living on under $50,000 a year can feel less like a plan — and more like a dare. But for many young New Yorkers, it’s not just possible — it’s reality. Across the five … Read more
They weren’t having an Easy time taking off. EasyJet crewmembers raised eyebrows after requesting that five passengers disembark a flight because the aircraft was too heavy to take off. Five passengers got off an EasyJet flight after crew members announced that the plane was too heavy to take off. AFP via Getty Images The incident … Read more
Surging fuel prices could lead to the end of Spirit Airlines. The South Florida-based airline could liquidate as early as this week, according to people familiar with the situation who spoke to Bloomberg anonymously. The budget carrier has struggled to get back on its feet after its second bankruptcy in less than a year — … Read more
Call it the ultimate glow-up on a budget — and it’s happening in the most unexpected aisle. Dollar Tree, the national discount chain known for inexpensive party supplies and pantry staples, is suddenly the it-girl of the beauty world, with influencers across the country flocking to its shelves, dubbing it — without a hint of … Read more
Your checked bag may cost you, but your wine will fly for free. Southwest Airlines is launching a new “Sip and Ship” program that will allow flyers to check one case of wine for free. The new checking policy starts April 24 and will apply to customers traveling from wine country. “Southwest’s new Sip and … Read more
Budget airline AirAsia X is hiking airfare and cutting flights in response to jet fuel shortages amid the war in the Middle East. The Malaysian carrier raised prices by as much as 40% and fuel surcharges by 20%, Bloomberg reported. Group Chief Executive Officer Bo Lingam said in a media briefing on Monday that the … Read more
Nothing’s cheap in NYC anymore — and certainly not enlightenment. The days of accessible, affordable tarot sessions or palm readings — teased by neon signs in windows everywhere from Times Square to the East Village and beyond — are largely behind us. Finding out if you’re about to get a promotion at work, or if love … Read more
Consumers have a bone to pick with the beef industry. High beef prices are the new normal in the US, thanks to a diminishing in size of cattle herds, ongoing drought and a robust demand — and it’s not expected to change any time soon. According to the Consumer Price Index, the average price of … Read more
Southwest’s oft-chaotic open-seating policy is finally coming to an end — and while some anxious flyers may rejoice in the move, experts say it’s a harbinger of worse to come for economy passengers. Flights departing on or after Jan. 27, 2026, will now have seat assignments for passengers, and Southwest will introduce group-based boarding similar … Read more
As Americans tighten their wallets, consumers are cutting back on some everyday luxuries — but not coffee. A Dec. 18 report from Placer.ai, an analytics platform, found that coffee chains recorded year-over-year visit growth in 2025, even as restaurants struggled to achieve the same success. The report mentions Scooter’s Coffee, a drive-thru coffee chain headquartered in Nebraska, … Read more
They’re not buying this “no buy” advice. A slew of TikTok influencers are sharing their best money-saving methods for the New Year — but critics say cutting back on indulgences won’t make you a millionaire. Rach, a content creator who shares videos about her “frugal” lifestyle, went viral this week with her advice on “how … Read more
With the New Year comes a chance for a financial reset and more Americans are considering making financial resolutions in 2026 with a focus on short-term savings goals, according to a recent study by Fidelity Investments. Fidelity’s annual study found that 64% of respondents are considering a financial resolution for the new year, an increase … Read more
Globetrotters are getting fly in 2026. Folks stricken with wanderlust are broadening their horizons in the coming year, setting their sights on atypical, albeit economical vacation destinations abroad, per Kayak’s latest travel report. “Europe continues its winning streak, but 2026’s biggest story isn’t Paris, Rome or London,” wrote researchers. “It’s Eastern Europe.” Travelers are setting their sites on … Read more
No need to see your travel budget fly away. With solo travel soaring in popularity, long-haul travel specialist TravelBag has ranked the ten best spots for vacationing alone, finding that Hanoi in Vietnam topped the list in this regard. Along with boasting a super high safety score, the Vietnamese mecca has a “low cost of … Read more
On a wing and a tear. A Ryanair passenger is ripping the budget carrier after allegedly discovering that their checked bag and the $2,000 worth of belongings inside had allegedly been completely “shredded” — leaving it looking like it had been “mauled by a tiger.” They aired their grievance in a Reddit post in an … Read more
Walt Disney World and the word “budget” are rarely ever in the same sentence. The family vacation spot has become so expensive that Disney lovers are on a quest to find creative ways to save a dollar or two without compromising their fun experience — like borrowing helpful items from others. Amid rising ticket prices … Read more
As groceries get more expensive and Americans remain unsure about their economic future, shoppers are gravitating toward a tried-and-true budget meal. Eagle Foods, the Cleveland, Ohio-based company behind Hamburger Helper, told Fox News Digital its year-over-year sales rose 14.5% in August. The savory, cheese-forward Hamburger Helper meal kit — introduced in 1971 — has attracted consumers … Read more
This brings new meaning to the term budget travel. Living at home has become so expensive that people are traveling abroad to conserve cash. A UK couple that uprooted their life to embark on a year-long world tour with their six-year-old daughter say the expedition is cheaper than it would have been to stay home. “We’ve budgeted our travel costs to be less than our UK outgoings, traveling midrange, which … Read more