Gas prices fall slightly despite holiday demand increase
The average price for a gallon of gas was $3.52 for the week ending July 6, AAA reported. And overall lower gas prices are encouraging Americans to seek road trips this summer. But inflation, high interest rates and recession fears may hold them back.
Summer air travel issues likely to continue, experts warn
Airline industry experts say that travel issues will persist throughout the summer and potentially into next year due to weather and as the FAA works to fix staffing shortages.
Cruise industry seeing summer boom with pandemic restrictions lifted
Cruise ships are seeing more people come on board this summer with numbers expected to be at 31.5 million this year. That would be more than the last full year before the pandemic.
Tiny home builders help Americans save space, money in small but mighty houses
Whether it's for short-term rentals, RV park space or an affordable new-home option, the tiny house market has built up a demand boom in the post-pandemic economy.
Americans must prepare to 'buckle up' for summer, winter season travel: Lee Abbamonte
Travel expert Lee Abbamonte warns that the July 4th travel rush isn't the end of a busy travel year.
United Airlines will have to change or reduce schedule at Newark, CEO Scott Kirby says
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said the carrier will have to change or reduce its schedule at Newark airport – one of its hubs – as it works to get more gates.
Traveling for business? 5 tips for working better from the hotel room
It's not easy to get work done while on the road, but these five tips of the trade from job experts and travel professionals can make for a much smoother experience.
United Airlines offers 30,000 miles to passengers affected by recent flight disruptions
United Airlines customers severely impacted by recent flight delays and cancellations will receive complimentary miles from the Chicago-based airline.
Kurt Knutsson reveals airports causing 'a spot of trouble' for holiday travelers
Kurt 'the CyberGuy' Knutsson shares his best airline travel tips during a busy holiday and summer vacation season.
Thousands of Southern California hotel workers strike
Thousands of hotel workers in Southern California went on strike on Sunday, with demonstrations taking place in downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica.
Record number of Americans expected to travel this 4th of July: AAA
More than 50 million Americans may travel this 4th of July 2023 weekend, AAA reported. But with record travel expected, some times may be better to drive than others.
Getaway CEO Jon Staff: Free time should be a right, ritual for everybody
Getaway CEO Jon Staff discusses the company's efforts to allow people to 'disconnect and recharge' through their tiny cabin rentals across the U.S.
7 ways you can still save on summer travel
Be open to alternate airports even if you have to drive an hour or two. Smaller airports may give you better fares. Another tip, get creative with the way you purchase your air tickets.
Flight delayed or canceled? Here's what you should know
Many flights were thrown off track over the past week due to technology issues and bad weather that rolled in. Here's what passengers should know if their flight is delayed or canceled.
Fourth of July gas prices lower as drivers hit the road for holiday weekend
Gas prices across the nation are lower going into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, a time when a record number of people are planning to hit the road.
United CEO apologizes for flying private jet while the airline delayed, canceled thousands of flights
Amid thousands of delays and cancelations this week, United Airlines CEO flew private across the country Wednesday. He later apologized on Friday.
Fourth of July travel: The best and worst times to hit the road
Scores of people are embarking on Fourth of July trips this year, which means the roads are going to be packed. Experts share the best and worst times to head out.
Fourth of July travel: Airlines prepare for record passenger traffic as weather threatens schedules
Airlines are trying to recover from days of disruptions that occurred in part because of bad weather that rolled in over the weekend and led to mass delays and cancellations.
July 4th holiday travel: LAX expects nearly 3 million passengers
The Los Angeles International Airport is expecting its busiest travel period of the summer season during the July 4 holiday, anticipating nearly 3 million passengers.
Buc-ee's brings 'largest travel center in the world' to Tennessee with latest opening
Buc-ee's started welcoming customers at its biggest-ever location this week, a 74,000-square-foot location in Tennessee that it also claims is the "largest travel center in the world."