Border restrictions expected to remain through June
US and Canadian officials met Tuesday to discuss travel restrictions between their countries, but sources say they are expected to… Read More »
Touchless air travel started to take off
Frequent Flyers on United Airlines, Air Canada and other Star Alliance airlines will be able to use touchless biometrics services… Read More »
Hoteliers wide awake to merits of staff-served coffee
The pandemic has added impetus to a shift from self-serve coffee in hotel lobbies to coffee bars, sometimes with local… Read More »
Digital travel solutions for a seamless trip
For a smoother travel experience, this article recommends five travel tech solutions, such as using Tile devices or Apple AirTags… Read More »
American Airlines retires inflight magazine
American Airlines is discontinuing its inflight magazine, American Way, noting that passengers have numerous electronic options for onboard information and… Read More »
Alaska adds flights from Portland, Ore.
Alaska Airlines will add new routes from Portland, Ore., in December. The flights will go to Tampa, Fla., and New… Read More »
How to ease back into business travel
If the idea of resuming business trips is causing anxiety or discomfort, it may help to thoroughly review current travel… Read More »
Southwest’s June expansion highlights Miss., Costa Rica
June marks Southwest Airlines’ biggest schedule expansion in 10 years, including Hawaii service and flights to two destinations in Costa… Read More »
Canada expected to begin reopening
The Canadian travel industry is anxiously awaiting the expected announcement that travel restrictions for vaccinated travelers will be lifted. June… Read More »
Apple hopes iPhone ID will be accepted at airports
Apple is working with the Transportation Security Administration to provide secure traveler identification via iPhones with an upcoming Apple Wallet… Read More »
“What-if” scenarios tinge CEOs’ business travel hopes
The resurgence of travel will eventually bring the lagging business segment along, though factors such as vaccinations and government restrictions… Read More »
Variety of wellness activities on hand at Miraval resort
Miraval arrived in Lenox, Mass., last summer with the opening of Berkshires Resort & Spa, a comprehensive spa resort. Salon… Read More »
History goes haute with new Versailles hotel
France’s fabled Chateau de Versailles has its first hotel, and it’s not of the budget variety. Le Grand Controle’s 14… Read More »
American Airlines extends expiration for elite upgrades
American Airlines’ elite frequent flyers will have until July 31, 2022 to use upgrade vouchers that were to expire this… Read More »
United suspends alcohol service on shorter flights
United Airlines will be limiting inflight alcohol purchases. Wine, beer and hard seltzer will be available only on flights longer… Read More »
How the pandemic has changed airline scheduling
The pandemic has prompted significant changes in airline scheduling: boosting point-to-point flights over routing passengers through hubs, more flights to… Read More »
France welcoming vaccinated travelers
France is reopening to vaccinated international travelers from countries on the green and amber lists, but the nation’s travel industry… Read More »
American Airlines offers 15-minute, at-home COVID test
American Airlines is offering 15-minute, self-administered COVID-19 testing in partnership with telehealth provider eMed. Passengers can get results uploaded to… Read More »
Business aviation flights on the rise
Demand for business aircraft has begun a steady increase, particularly within the US charter market, and the number of flights… Read More »
TSA: 8.9M flew over long Memorial Day weekend
More than 8.9 million people were screened at US airports during the five-day Memorial Day weekend, with 1.9 million on… Read More »
Southwest will keep expanded network, CEO says
Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly said he expects the airline to acquire more aircraft to resume flights that were suspended… Read More »
American Airlines offers inflight learning options
American Airlines will offer passengers the opportunity to learn while flying starting June 1. The airline is adding Rosetta Stone… Read More »
Alaska Airlines to begin seasonal Belize flights
Alaska Airlines will start seasonal service to Belize City in November. The airline will offer flights to the Central American… Read More »
Blimps could be future of air travel
Hybrid Air Vehicles plans to offer eco-friendly blimp service in 2025 with routes such as Oslo to Stockholm. The 100-passenger,… Read More »
IATA: Airport processing times to rise without automation
Based on an analysis, the International Air Transport Association said travelers could expect to spend as many as eight hours… Read More »
State Dept. to let Americans with expired passports return
The State Department will allow many Americans traveling on an expired passport to return to the US. The exception will… Read More »