Travel chaos in Italy as flights cancelled due to nationwide strike and fire

Widespread travel disruption is already hitting Belgium this morning as a 9-day train strike begins.

Dreaming of white sands, warm waters, and days spent snorkeling—without a hefty price tag? A Caribbean escape doesn't have to drain your wallet, so long as you plan smartly enough. The key? Maximize your time in the great outdoors, exploring public beaches and lush tropical rainforest trails, and look for charming seaside hotels with special offers or all-inclusive resorts with perks like free bicycle rentals, beach lounge chairs, or poolside cabanas. Off property, dive into authentic local cuisine at artisan markets, where meals come both fresh and affordable.

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Mount Etna, the tallest and most active volcano in Europe, is currently erupting, leaving travellers bound for the Italian island of Sicily worried.

Legend of the Seas, the third ship in Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class, will launch in July 2026and spend its first summer cruising the Mediterranean. It will then journey to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from where it will sail year-round to the Western and Southern Caribbean, the cruise line announced today.

Looking at gray skies and snow out your window and dreaming about sunny summer getaways? Then you might enjoy this award deal whisking you to Naples, Italy, in business-class seats at the height of the summer season with the help of Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan miles.

Losing your luggage to the mysterious labyrinth of an airport baggage system is every flier's worst nightmare—especially when nobody at the airline can tell you where in the world it ended up. That's why many travelers have decided to take things into their own hands in recent years by attaching tracking devices like Apple AirTags to their checked luggage.

If Miami and Palm Beach had a love child, it would be Fort Lauderdale. Quickly shedding its image as just a spring break destination, the city is redefining itself as a place that lacks the formality of its neighbor to the north (Palm Beach), but has all the trappings of the vibrant metropolis to the south (Miami). And while Fort Lauderdale is quickly catching up on the five-star luxury-resort front, the real-estate (and therefore hotel) prices have not yet approached the levels of Palm Beach's on Worth Avenue. Fort Lauderdale lacks pomp and doesn’t take itself too seriously: It’s a place that still feels accessible thanks to an abundance of public beaches, a lack of gated communities, and a culinary scene that won’t break the bank.

Booking a summer vacation just got cheaper.  Avelo Airlines, a discount carrier based in Texas, recently announced a special promotion code which provides travelers with a $30 discount off of their summer travel bookings. The code is valid for travel between May 1, 2025 and August 26, 2025, making it perfect for travelers looking to get a jumpstart on seasonal bookings.

Travelers looking for something a little off the beaten path have a new flight option to Italy's Puglia region, an area known for its proximity to the Adriatic Sea, delectable food and historic medieval architecture.

Three weeks ago, I arrived in one of the most stunning and expensive places I've ever been snowboarding — Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy's priciest ski destination.

Feb 6, 2025 • 9 min read