Biden administration cracks down on junk fees in air travel
The Biden administration finalized rules Wednesday that will require airlines to automatically refund passengers on canceled or significantly delayed flights and pre-pay baggage sharing, change and cancellation fees. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said in a statement: “Passengers deserve to know in advance the costs they are facing, and if airlines owe money, they should get […]
5 great tips for planning your next travel getaway
Are you gearing up for your next big adventure but dreading the hard work of planning? Don’t worry. We’ve created the ultimate travel toolkit to help you prepare for your trip. From finding the cheapest flights with Kayak to securing the perfect window seat with ExpertFlyer, dive into the top travel resources trusted by savvy […]
My 10 rules for air travel
1: Burbank, always. Burbank and Long Beach are the only two airports on earth that hark back to the days of gentlemanly flight, and are artifacts you should enjoy while you still can. In general, you should always choose a smaller regional airport only if it is not far from your destination. Are you going […]
Your guide to Virginia travel: From theme parks to national parks
Virginia’s motto, “Virginia is for lovers,” captures only part of its charm. The state offers a wide range of activities to suit the needs of solo travelers, groups of friends, and families. Virginia is home to historical treasures such as Colonial Williamsburg, Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, and George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Top Texas Attractions for the […]
Budget hotel vacancies top 50% as inflation-weary Americans cut back on travel
More than half of the rooms in budget hotels nationwide were empty in the first three months of 2024 as inflation-stricken travelers cut back on spending, according to the latest data from the hotel industry. Occupancy rates for hotels such as Econo Lodge, Days Inn, Super 8 and SureStay were 48.7% in the first quarter, […]
Here’s how much it will cost to travel to see total solar eclipses in Iceland, Spain, Egypt and Australia
If you’re totally itching to go more after last week’s solar eclipse, it’s not too early to start thinking about trips to Europe, Africa, and Australia. We will see a total solar eclipse over the next four years. On August 12, 2026, the moon obscures the sun in Reykjavik, Iceland, and the suburbs of Barcelona, […]
26 barges break loose in Pittsburgh, travel down Ohio River
More than 20 barges went out of control in Pittsburgh and drifted “out of control” in the Ohio River in the city. announced. Around 11:25 p.m. Friday, 26 barges escaped from the facility near Peggy’s Harbor, a marina on the north bank of the Ohio River, U.S. Coast Guard spokesman Eyob Mills told the Post. […]
US restricts travel for personnel in Israel amid rising fears of Iran attack
The State Department has issued an updated security alert for U.S. government personnel in Israel amid warnings that Iran will launch retaliatory attacks against the country. The U.S. Embassy in Israel issued the following statement Thursday: security alert Restricts personal travel for U.S. employees and their families outside of Greater Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and the […]
U.S. Fears Iran Attack on Israel; Tells Diplomatic Staff Not to Travel
The United States believes an Iranian attack on Israel may be imminent and has instructed Israeli diplomatic staff not to travel far from their homes in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and the southern cities of Beersheba. The warning comes as Iran threatens to retaliate against Israel for an April 1 airstrike in Damascus, Syria, that killed […]
Harvard professor claims aliens could visit Earth through interdimensional travel
Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb claimed that aliens may be able to visit Earth using interdimensional portals that scientists could reproduce through the Large Hadron Collider. Speaking in a recent documentary The Paranormal UFO Connection, made by filmmaker Mark Christopher Lee, Loeb speculated that aliens may have already visited Earth, using methods that humans could discover […]