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Traveler Psychology

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Why Travelers Irrationally Value Lounge Access

Jul 17, 2026

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2 min read

Why Travelers Irrationally Value Lounge Access

The psychology behind one of travel's most coveted perks.

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The FareTheory

Flight Value

Does Aircraft Type Actually Matter?

Jul 14, 2026

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4 min read

Does Aircraft Type Actually Matter?

When should you care and when are you just chasing an airplane?

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The FareTheory

Airline Economics

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Why Air Travel Never Returned to Normal

Jul 10, 2026

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3 min read

Why Air Travel Never Returned to Normal

The post-pandemic travel boom changed airlines forever and travelers are still paying the price.

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The FareTheory

Award Travel

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Why We Feel Better Spending Points Than Cash

Jul 6, 2026

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2 min read

Why We Feel Better Spending Points Than Cash

The Psychology Behind Award Travel and Why "Free" Flights Don't Feel Free

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The FareTheory

Fare Theory

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Why Flying Nonstop Costs More Than Connecting

Jul 2, 2026

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1 min read

Why Flying Nonstop Costs More Than Connecting

The Economics of Convenience and Airline Pricing

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The FareTheory

Fare Theory

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Is Airline Status Actually Worth It?

Jun 30, 2026

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3 min read

Is Airline Status Actually Worth It?

The Shower That Made Me Question Airline Status

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The FareTheory

Airline Economics

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The Best Tools for Finding Cheap Flights, Upgrades, and Award Travel

Jun 24, 2026

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3 min read

The Best Tools for Finding Cheap Flights, Upgrades, and Award Travel

Not Every Travel Tool Solves the Same Problem

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The FareTheory

Airline Economics

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The Economics of Empty Seats

Jun 20, 2026

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3 min read

The Economics of Empty Seats

Why Airlines Sometimes Fly Planes That Aren't Full

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The FareTheory

Award Travel

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The 4 Questions Every Traveler Should Ask Before Spending Miles

Jun 17, 2026

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2 min read

The 4 Questions Every Traveler Should Ask Before Spending Miles

Miles are a tool, not a goal. Here's how to decide when spending them actually makes sense.

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The FareTheory

Airline Economics

Why You Should Almost Never Buy Airline Miles

Jun 14, 2026

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2 min read

Why You Should Almost Never Buy Airline Miles

One of the most common mistakes in travel rewards is purchasing a currency you don't immediately need.

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The FareTheory

Flight Value

The Real Value of a Vacation Day

Jun 10, 2026

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3 min read

The Real Value of a Vacation Day

Why saving money on airfare can sometimes make a trip worse.

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The FareTheory

Flight Value

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Why Airlines Want You to Book Basic Economy

Jun 7, 2026

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3 min read

Why Airlines Want You to Book Basic Economy

A closer look at airline pricing, fare restrictions, and whether Basic Economy is actually worth it.

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About The Fare Theory: Why This Site Exists

Jun 4, 2026

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2 min read

About The Fare Theory: Why This Site Exists

Rational travel analysis for people who want to understand value, not just chase deals.

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The FareTheory

Fare Theory

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Why I Redeemed 147,000 Miles for Bali to Tokyo Instead of Taking the Cheaper Flight

Jun 4, 2026

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4 min read

Why I Redeemed 147,000 Miles for Bali to Tokyo Instead of Taking the Cheaper Flight

A real-world analysis of convenience, travel time, award pricing, and opportunity cost.

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The FareTheory

Upgrade Strategy

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Why a First Class Upgrade Isn't Always Worth It

Jun 1, 2026

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2 min read

Why a First Class Upgrade Isn't Always Worth It

Most travelers ask whether an upgrade is cheap. The better question is whether it's worth it.

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The FareTheory

Airline Pricing

How Airlines Actually Price Flights

May 30, 2026

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3 min read

How Airlines Actually Price Flights

Behind every airfare is a pricing system most travelers never see.

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The FareTheory

Fare Theory

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Why Most People Overpay for Flights And Don’t Even Realize It

May 28, 2026

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2 min read

Why Most People Overpay for Flights And Don’t Even Realize It

Rational travel analysis for people tired of overpaying.

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