Shaving Minutes Off Airline Ground Time Could Cut Emissions, OAG Tech Report Says
Reducing airline turnaround times could yield big environmental benefits, cost savings for airlines and a better experience for passengers.
Volcanic Eruptions Continue to Disrupt (and Compel) Travel to Iceland
For the fourth time in three months, the volcano between Mt. Hagafell and Mt. Stóra Skógfell on the Reykjanes Peninsula has erupted.
New Mexico Travel Warning Repeats Older Advice
The U.S. State Department has issued a new travel advisory—cautioning about travel to Mexico in advance of Spring Break.
Disney Raises Prices While Adding Some Perks
Disney visitors won’t find higher prices for 2025 too hot, but those who stay at a WDW hotel will get free admission to the water parks.
American Queen Voyages is No More
River cruise line American Queen Voyages has ceased operations as of Feb. 20, 2024. All future voyages have been canceled.
American Airlines Restricts AAdvantage Mile Earnings on Flights
Travelers who book American Airlines flights via travel advisors could miss out on the opportunity to earn frequent flyer miles.
Brazil Travel Warning on Dengue Fever Hits at Carnival Time
Health officials in Brazil issued a warning about dengue fever just as hundreds of thousands of people gathered for Carnival celebration.
Jamaica — Travelers Can Visit With Confidence
Travelers can visit the destination with confidence and enjoy all that Jamaica has to offer, say Jamaica Tourist Board officials.
Bahamas: Overall Warning Level on Par With Most Destinations
Bahamas Prime Minister Philip Davis confirms that the warning level for the destination remains in line with “most tourist destinations.”
U.S. Hotels Report ‘Comeback Year’ and More Growth Ahead
2023 was a significant comeback year for the U.S. hotel industry and the outlook for 2024 shows continued growth.
Flight Cancellations Continue as FAA Expands Boeing Inspections
Update Jan. 26, 2024—Three weeks after a terrifying door plug blowout at 16,000 feet, Alaska Airlines has cleared some...
China Eases Tourist Visa Requirements for U.S. Citizens
Americans interested in visiting the People’s Republic of China now have fewer hoops to jump through in order to apply for a tourist visa.
Unrest is in the Air: Cruise Lines Cancel or Reroute for Safety
In light of escalating conflicts in the Red Sea area and Ecuador, several cruise lines have chosen to reroute or cancel itineraries.
Most On-time Airline in North America? Delta.
Delta has been awarded Cirium’s Platinum Award for operational excellence as well as topped the rankings for being the most on-time airline in North America.
U.S. Ranks 7th on List of World’s Most Powerful Passports
A new report concludes that the strength of the U.S. passport lags behind those issued by several other countries.
Jamaica Upgrading Airports With New Passport Kiosks
Jamaica's Passport, Immigration & Citizenship Agency (PICA) is adding automated passport control system kiosks to two main airports.
JetBlue Welcomes First Female CEO in Major U.S. Airline History
JetBlue Airways announced today that Joanna Geraghty will step in as chief executive officer of the company effective Feb. 12, 2024.
Alaska Airlines 737 Max Accident Causes 100s of Cancelations
A blown-out “door plug” on an Alaska Airlines flight led the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to temporarily ground 171...
Turkiye Drops Visa Requirements for North Americans
The Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism announced North Americans do not need to apply anymore for an E-Visa to visit Turkiye.
2023 Holiday Travel Season Was Busy, But Smooth
Despite a record number of passengers flying during the busy holiday season, there were fewer cancellations and disruptions this year compared to last.
