Smithsonian Museum displays Doubletree by Hilton's baked-in-space chocolate chip cookie
A chocolate chip cookie based in space — the DoubleTree by Hilton signature cookie — has been donated to the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Virginia.
US regulators investigate credit card rewards 'bait and switch' schemes
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is investigating what it is calling "bait and switch" schemes that are related to credit card rewards programs.
These are the top-rated airlines for customer satisfaction
J.D. Power released its 2024 North America Airline Satisfaction Study, which highlighted the airlines whose investments in staff training and overall travel experience paid off.
Norwegian cruise worker arrested in Alaska for allegedly stabbing 3 people onboard: report
The FBI says it has arrested a cruise ship worker in Juneau, Alaska after he allegedly stabbed three people onboard with scissors, including ship security.
Spirit Airlines CEO says industry is like a 'rigged game,' US consumers are 'long-term losers'
Spirit Airlines CEO Ted Christie told analysts on an earnings call Monday that the airline industry is a "rigged game" that only benefits the Big Four carriers.
International jewelry thief accused of stealing 2 diamond rings worth nearly $300K from Tiffany, Cartier stores in NYC
An international jewelry thief is accused of swiping two diamond rings worth close to $300,000 from Tiffany and Cartier stores in Manhattan. (Credit: WNYW)
Japan Airlines grounds flight after pilot's drunken behavior at hotel the night before: Report
A Japan Airlines flight from Dallas to Tokyo last week was canceled after the pilot's alleged drunken behavior and slurred speech resulted in a noise complaint and call to police.
BARK Air launching this month, offering costly 'white paw experience' for dogs and their owners
The skies have gone to the dogs, according to a new airline putting pups first and their owners second that launches in New York this month. BARK Air comes at a cost.
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.