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The Biden administration is slapping American Airlines with a record-setting punishment, criticizing the carrier's treatment of passengers who use wheelchairs for mobility devices — and their essential equipment.

As of Oct. 28, U.S. travelers are officially entitled to compensation from airlines for canceled or significantly delayed flights, per three new rules from the U.S. Department of Transportation.

When you've booked a sailing that's 132 days long, what's one more day? Fun — that's what. Holland America Line has redone the back half of its 2026 Grand World Voyage, which is now a day longer than originally scheduled — but for an interesting reason.

Alaska cruise fans, you're in for a treat. Another giant cruise line is about to start sailing cruises in Alaska.

The Biden administration is launching a wide-ranging probe into the state of air travel in the U.S.

When planning your next trip, there’s one important thing you should do before you buy your plane ticket—check the U.S. Department of State’s Travel Advisory for your destination. The State Department provides important safety and security information about every country in the world so that travelers can make informed decisions about where to visit.

If you've been to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) since the coronavirus pandemic, odds are you've been impressed with its new terminal.

Saying that American Airlines mistreated disabled air travelers who use wheelchairs, the U.S. Transportation Department on Wednesday announced a $50 million fine against the carrier. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg called the agency’s penalty the highest ever levied against an airline for violating protections for fliers with disabilities.

United Airlines may have dropped nearly 40 U.S. cities during the pandemic, but one of them will soon see service on the carrier once again.

The Sphere, which illuminates Las Vegas’ skyline and has enthralled Sin City guests, will open a second attraction in Abu Dhabi.

The years-long bureaucratic tangles that plagued passport renewals and first-time applications since the pandemic are finally over. Not only have US passport processing times bounced back to pre-pandemic rates—they're the shortest they've been in years.

Amtrak currently operates 39 routes, with trains criss-crossing the country to service 500 destinations in 46 states. Starting November 10, 2024, however, the number of Amtrak routes will go down one notch to reach a total of 38. Amtrak is cancelling two routes and launching a brand new one between Chicago and Miami called The Floridian.

There's a new way to get from the U.S. to Japan — and it's even quite affordable.

When Delta Air Lines launched the first-of-its-kind Delta One Lounge at the JFK airport in June, people were thrilled. In fact, it’s now Delta’s highest rated lounge, according to Delta Air Lines. Now the airline hopes the concept holds up in a different space–LAX. The new lounge here will open its doors on Thursday October 10. (Spoiler, I saw it and have to say… I think it will.)

Oct 6, 2024 • 6 min read

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is one of our favorite travel cards and provides excellent travel benefits, including some of the best lounge access.

The days are getting shorter and the nights cooler, marking the beginning of the “winter season” for airlines. By a quirk of the industry calendar, airlines’ official winter schedules begin at the end of October and run through March. And new schedules mean new routes.

A huge shake-up could be in store for the world of points and miles.

As astrotourism continues to take off, more travelers are planning trips on Earth based on night sky events—from solar eclipses and rare supermoons to the annual Perseid meteor shower. And while many of us mourn the early sunsets that fall brings, the extra hours of darkness offer an opportunity to tune into the celestial movements above.

Les Deux Magots began as the Colette of the mid-19th century, a purveyor of silks and notions, fashion and accessories to a stylish clientele. Eclipsed by the rise of department stores, it reopened in 1884 as a modest cafe and liquor counter.

Biometric company Clear is growing its presence at several more popular airports, making it more convenient than ever for travelers to enroll in (or renew) their TSA PreCheck memberships.