If you want a higher tier travel credit card, you might consider a card that charges an annual fee that's lower than the credit it offers for TSA PreCheck, Global Entry or Nexus. While you technically won't be getting a membership for free, you could still save more than you would by buying the membership outright.

For any travelers planning to trot through the airport with food or presents this holiday season, the Transportation Security Administration is sharing tips to ensure your meal and gifts make it through security with ease.

As the holiday travel season approaches, travelers should be cautious of TSA PreCheck scams. The Federal Trade Commission has warned that scammers are sending emails directing people to fake TSA PreCheck websites that appear legitimate. These sites trick users into paying for enrollment or renewal, but the money goes to scammers instead.

From enrolling in an expedited security program like TSA PreCheck to booking your trips sooner rather than later, here are four things you can do to prep for holiday travel.