JetBlue Brings Back 'Big Spring Sale' With $50 off Roundtrip Flights

Forrie Smith said in an Instagram video on Saturday that he was "kicked off" a plane after he refused to sit next to a passenger who was wearing a mask.

American Airlines previously announced a new flight service to begin this summer from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Tokyo’s Haneda International Airport (HND). However, the service was pending the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) review. The service has been approved and will be the only U.S. airline to offer nonstop service between JFK and HND.

Right now, we're seeing Apple AirTags at a discounted price as part of the Amazon Big Spring Sale — with individual AirTags at their lowest price since Black Friday.

Good news for deal-seeking shoppers: The first-ever Amazon Big Spring Sale is here. This means Amazon is offering major deals across all categories, including tech essentials, luggage, outdoor gear, home goods, and more. And unlike the retail giant's annual Prime Day, which runs for two days, Amazon's Big Spring Sale lasts for six whole days—giving shoppers even more time to save. Now through March 25, shoppers can save on everything from travel accessories and duffel bags to viral beauty products and portable chargers.

I typically fall into two camps when it comes to booking places to stay: full-service luxury hotels and independently-owned boutique properties.

Attention, Marriott Bonvoy fans — you can now place your bets and earn Marriott Bonvoy points. Yes, you can potentially gamble your way to a free hotel stay.

WHY IT RATES: The fresh faces should only help in the foundation's efforts to improve the hospitality industry.—Patrick Clarke, TravelPulse Senior Editor

The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) continues to push back against American Airlines' controversial New Distribution Capability (NDC) rollout.On Monday, the Alexandria, Virginia-based organization launched a weeklong ad campaign in POLITICO magazine in hopes of influencing lawmakers in Washington, D.C.Beginning May 1, American will stop awarding AAdvantage miles and loyalty accrual points through agencies unless they are deemed "preferred," a status achieved by having a 2024 incentive agreement with the airline or by booking through American NDC channels and reaching progressive sales thresholds of 30 percent by April 21, 50 percent by October 31 and 70 percent by April 30, 2025."This latest development doubles down on American Airlines' clear agenda since last year to force the travel agency industry to adopt immature technology, monopolize distribution channels, and squeeze channel partners and customers for cost-cutting and profit," ASTA stated.Additionally, ASTA is offering a toolkit for travel advisors to reach out to their congressional representatives. The organization is also encouraging members to send their clients to SaveMyMiles.com to take action."Tell them to stop AA from disenfranchising customers who book through travel agencies by telling Congress—don’t let American Airlines eliminate consumer choice," says ASTA.

Cruise travel has never been more popular as the industry is expected to achieve record levels in 2024.

JetBlue Vacations is inviting travelers to save up to $300 and score special perks when they book through its Insider Experience program this spring.The program connects customers with a specially trained team of local Insiders throughout their stay at no extra charge and comes standard with flight and hotel packages to a handful of popular destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean.

After spending three weeks in dry dock, Norwegian Joy is back on the water with new spaces and expanded offerings for travelers to enjoy.

New tech is making it easier to be a travel advisor. (Photo Credit: LIGHTFIELD STUDIOS/Adobe)