Where Budget Travelers Should Turn Now That Spirit Airlines Is a Ghost
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This episode discusses the future of budget travel following the collapse of Spirit Airlines, featuring insights from airline expert Blaise Waguespack.
In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan is joined by airline industry expert Blaise Waguespack to discuss what’s next for budget travelers in the wake of Spirit Airlines’ collapse. Blaise is a professor at Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida, focusing on airline marketing and service quality measurement. He and John discuss the remaining budget airline options, money-saving strategies for cost-conscious vacationers, and more. If you need the cheapest flight possible, give this episode a listen. More on this episode from WalletHub: Best Airlines of 2026 Best Airline Credit Cards Best Frequent Flyer Programs How to Travel on a Budget If you want to take your finances to the next level, sign up for a WalletHub Premium subscription . You can get personalized credit-improvement help, budgeting tools, identity protection and more. And if you want to find the best financial products, always add “WalletHub” to your search!
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