Travelers visiting 'cooler' places to escape summer heat
Virtuoso Vice President of Global Public Relations Misty Belles breaks down the travel trends for the summer and the shift in demographics towards cruises.
'Belligerent' United Airlines passenger ordered to pay $20K to carrier, TSA says
A United Airlines passenger from England was forced to serve time and pay more than $20,000 in fines for his "threatening" and "belligerent" behavior during a flight in March.
Kevin Hart, Ferrari, others enlisted by Airbnb in marketing tactic to boost demand
Home share Airbnb is launching the first product outside its core service as it seeks to drum up demand from younger users and international tourists.
Viking CEO Torstein Hagen: We have a great operation here
Viking CEO and Chairman Torstein Hagen on the cruise liner making its stock market debut and how the company has navigated the current economy.
Hyatt, Peloton team up to offer bikes at 800 hotels
Under the partnership, Peloton Interactive will provide branded exercise equipment to over 800 Hyatt properties this year, according to the hotel chain.
Cooler-climate countries see spike in demand for summer travel
Virtuoso Vice President of Global Public Relations Misty Belles discusses 2024 summer travel trends, the demographic shift to the cruise industry and Global Travel Adviser Day.
Top summer travel destinations for 2024: These international spots were the most searched
Summer travel is nearing as families across the country search for vacation destinations. Delta Air Lines said these international spots are popular this year.
Vacationing at these destinations? You will pay tourist taxes, fees
Travelers may encounter a tourist tax or fee depending on their destination. Locals like New Zealand, Japan and Venice, Italy have them.
Southwest CEO says airline mulling changes to its open seating policy
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan said that the carrier is considering changing the boarding and seating processes on its planes in order to improve its financial position.
Spirit Airlines flight video shows unidentified liquid flowing down aisle
An issue on a Spirit Airlines plane earlier this week caused liquid to flow through the aisle between rows of passengers, according to video and reports.
Passengers 'horrified' as liquid leaked down aisle
A passenger on board a Spirit Airlines flight from Atlanta to Newark said people were “horrified” to see liquid spilling out from a plane lavatory, on Monday, April 22. (Credit: Masters of None Podcast via Storyful)
Southwest Airlines exits multiple airports as Boeing troubles weigh
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan said that the company is shutting operations at some airports in order to improve the carrier's financial performance.
New California bill would restrict line-skipping service Clear at airports in name of equity
A new bill would restrict the expedited security screening company Clear from operating in California airports as its proponents say it lets wealthier people skip the line.
We have a 'very unusual' economic backdrop, says Nancy Lazar
Piper Sandler Chief Global Economist Nancy Lazar discusses her outlook for the economy, the manufacturing sector, consumer travel and her recession forecast.
Biden admin's new airline rules to require cash refunds for canceled flights, fees disclosed up front
The White House announced new Department of Transpiration rules that require automatic, cash refunds for canceled or significantly delayed flights and disclosure of junk fees.
Swiss Air flight takeoff from NYC to Zurich aborted after 4 jets cleared to cross runway: report
A close call was reported at JFK Airport in New York City last week when a Swiss Air flight had to abort takeoff while other planes were crossing the runway.
Former JetBlue CEO Robin Hayes is back. He's taking over Airbus North America
After leaving JetBlue Airways just a few months ago due to health reasons and stress, Robin Hayes is taking over Airbus' North America operations.
JetBlue, Southwest jets have close call at Washington airport after ATC mishap
The Federal Aviation Administration is looking into an incident when a JetBlue plane was forced to abort a takeoff because another plane was attempting to cross the runway.
Free Taylor Swift tickets: Company will pay 2 friends to travel to London, attend Eras Tour
Flytographer is looking to hire two "Chief Memory Makers" to attend the Eras Tour in London. Lucky Swifties will receive a $5,000 travel stipend, premium tickets to Wembley Stadium and other perks.
Whistleblower tells senator Boeing planes are unsafe, claims his superiors made threats over complaints
Sam Salehpour, an engineer at Boeing, told lawmakers that the company is cutting corners in assembling its 787 and 777 jets and claimed his supervisors have retaliated against him for blowing the whistle. (Credit: Senator Hawley Press Office)