Ariz. accepts digital identification at airport
Arizona has become the first state to allow passengers to use digital identification at an airport. Arizona residents with TSA… Read More »
Southwest to launch new fare class
Southwest Airlines will introduce a new fare class in the second quarter of 2022. The “Wanna Get Away Plus” fare… Read More »
Women’s suite debuts at historic Hotel Figueroa in L.A.
Los Angeles’ Hotel Figueroa, opened in 1926 as a sanctuary for female travelers, is observing Women’s History Month with a… Read More »
Alaska Airlines, Bank of America extend card partnership
Alaska Airlines has extended its credit-card partnership with Bank of America through 2030. “Over time, we will continue to invest… Read More »
JetBlue, American offer reciprocal elite perks
American Airlines and JetBlue are now offering reciprocal perks for their elite frequent flyers. The benefits include upgraded seating, checked… Read More »
SpaceX aims at in-flight satellite internet
SpaceX is working on the antenna technology and regulatory approval needed to provide Starlink satellite internet service on commercial aircraft…. Read More »
Long-awaited rail line extension opens in Somerville, Mass.
The extension of the Green Line rail to Somerville, Mass., has finally been completed, 32 years after discussions about the… Read More »
Air traffic rebounds to new post-pandemic high
The Transportation Security Administration reported that over 2.36 million passengers cleared checkpoints on March 20, setting a new post-pandemic record…. Read More »
Alaska Airlines reports uptick in business travel bookings
In an interview with CNBC, Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci said the carrier continues to see strong travel demand across… Read More »
Hong Kong to drop ban on flights from US, UK, Australia
Hong Kong’s Chief Executive Carrie Lam said the government plans to end its ban on flights from nine countries, including… Read More »
Canada drops test requirement for vaccinated travelers
Canada will drop its COVID-19 test requirement for vaccinated travelers entering the country starting on April 1. “Adjustments to Canada’s… Read More »
Why you should use travel points now
Some airlines are moving to a model in which reward points correlate with the price of a ticket, rather than… Read More »
New normal leaves daily hotel housekeeping behind
The traditional hotel staple of daily housekeeping is fading into history for a range of reasons, including staff shortages, pandemic-inspired… Read More »
American Airlines to resume selling alcohol on flights
American Airlines will resume selling alcoholic beverages April 18 on domestic flights over 250 miles and also shorter international flights,… Read More »
Dior’s new hotel immerses guests in the luxury brand
Dior’s remodeled Paris flagship and headquarters at 30 Avenue Montaigne features a lighter, brighter boutique, a museum, three restaurants and… Read More »
Accommodations look to appeal to remote, hybrid workers
With many people still working from home at least part-time, hotels and other lodging options are seeking to draw those… Read More »
How to transition back to business travel
Resuming business travel after a long hiatus can be difficult, so carefully consider which trips offer the best value, ease… Read More »
San Francisco airport adds rabbit to anti-stress program
San Francisco International Airport has added a 28-pound giant rabbit, named Alex, to its “Wag Brigade” program. A pig also… Read More »
Brightline explores Tampa-Orlando high-speed rail link
With its Miami-to-Orlando, Fla., rail line about three-quarters finished, Brightline says it’s exploring plans for a high-speed link between Tampa… Read More »
TSA to expand use of biometrics
The Transportation Security Administration has released a new document outlining how it will use biometrics for identity authentication. The agency… Read More »
American offers seamless connections in London
American Airlines is expanding its operations at Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5, co-locating up to 11 daily flights, providing connecting passengers… Read More »
Newest room in Sweden’s Treehotel truly for the birds
The newest accommodation in Sweden’s Treehotel takes guests of the environmentally intimate resort up and away into the choral company… Read More »
Texas Amazon Go store will be the first in an airport
Amazon has filed planning documents to open its first Amazon Go location in Texas at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. The… Read More »
American Express to open Atlanta airport lounge
American Express plans to open a new Centurion Lounge in 2023 at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport which will be the… Read More »
Technology tools are changing travel in 2022
Apps for hotel reservations, room service and car rentals are some of the top travel technology tools stemming from COVID-19… Read More »
JetBlue founder’s new airline takes off with new routes
Breeze Airways, a startup airline launched by JetBlue Airways’ founder David Neeleman, is expanding to add as many as 77… Read More »