This week in travel news: Ongoing funding concerns surrounding TSA agents remain in focus, while United Airlines introduces its innovative “Relax Row” seating and rising domestic travel helps offset a slowdown in international visitors.
TSA wait times at major U.S. airports are stretching up to three hours as staffing shortages linked to the DHS shutdown disrupt security operations and the start of Spring Break travel.
Pleasant Holidays has expanded its rail portfolio with the addition of Rail Europe, providing advisors access to high-speed and regional train journeys in Europe.
TAP Air Portugal launches nonstop Orlando-Lisbon flights starting Oct. 29, offering travelers new connections across Europe, Africa and the Mediterranean.
The United States Department of State issued a Worldwide Caution on Sunday, Feb. 28. The advisory cites a heightened risk of retaliatory violence and potential terrorist attacks.
Classic Vacations has expanded its Preferred Hotel Portfolio to 2,600 properties worldwide, responding to advisor demand for more options in key destinations.