International airfare prices surge past 2019 levels
Flight prices for international bookings this summer are already averaging over $1,000. Demand for such trips continues to surge now that travelers aren't held up by any COVID-19 restrictions.
Delta discloses record advance summer bookings
Delta Air Lines reported record bookings for the summer of 2023 in their latest earnings report and provided upbeat outlook, though the airline fell short of Wall Street earning and profit forecasts for the March quarter.
Alaska Airlines passenger threatens to kill flight attendant, is restrained with zip ties: prosecutors
A woman on an Alaska Airlines flight from San Francisco to Chicago this month was restrained and arrested, and is now facing charges after allegedly threatening to kill a flight attendant.
Video shows moments before bird strikes Delta engine during JFK airport takeoff
A Delta Air Lines plane was forced to land after a bird reportedly struck its engine during takeoff from John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York.
Video shows moments before bird strikes Delta engine during JFK airport takeoff
A passenger on a Delta flight from New York City to San Diego filmed a bird near the plane during takeoff moments before the right engine was struck. The plane later landed safely at John F. Kennedy airport. (Credit: @jboottyyy/twitter)
Buttigieg silent as pilot shortage threatens another summer travel season: Jeff Hoffman
Global Entrepreneurship Network Board Chairman Jeff Hoffman warns of summer travel delays and staffing shortages on 'Varney & Co.'
Princess Cruises opens sales for its longest ever world voyage
Princess Cruises will sail its longest cruise in 2025, a 116-day world voyage roundtrip from Los Angeles, California and Fort Lauderdale, Florida starting at $19,999 per person.
Best places to buy a beach house in the US ranked
Vacation rental management platform Vacasa released the top destinations to purchase a beach home in the U.S., and some of the results may come as a surprise.
RobotLAB deploys BellaBot to better serve the hospitality sector
RobotLAB founder and CEO Elad Inbar tells 'The Claman Countdown' the educational technology company has over 10,000 robots working in businesses and schools.
United Airlines cutting flights due to an air traffic controller shortage
Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle says his company could ‘sidestep’ a possible recession as the demand for flights is ‘extremely robust’ with work from home and more flexibility post-pandemic.
American Airlines adjusts loyalty program, switches to dynamic pricing
American Airlines introduced "flight awards" and an updated award chart. The airline says the recent changes will give loyalty program members a better understanding of their miles.
Virgin Atlantic exec says premium travel is booming
Virgin Atlantic says it is seeing strong demand for its premium seating as the airline industry is experiencing a spike in travel since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Carnival CEO Josh Weinstein: Something for everyone is in our portfolio
Carnival Corporation CEO Josh Weinstein discusses what's behind the rise in bookings volume and the hunt for new revenue streams on 'The Claman Countdown.'
United adds more international routes this summer due to strong demand
United Airlines announced that it is adding nearly 25 new international routes this summer in response to 'soaring overseas" demand. The airline will fly to 114 international cities.
Atlanta has the busiest airport in the world
Five of the 10 busiest airports in the world are located in the United States, according to the Airports Council International (ACI) World.
State Department warns passport processing delayed amid 'unprecedented demand'
The State Department extended the processing time for passport applications, saying it is seeing "unprecedented demand" and could hit a record this year.
Hawaii mulls fees for ecotourism crush
Hawaii's lawmakers are debating the issue of having tourists pay to help defer the costs associated with keeping the state's natural beauty.
Expedia rolls out ChatGPT-powered travel planning feature in app
Expedia has introduced a new in-app travel planning feature powered by ChatGPT as the company leans in on bolstering its artificial intelligence tools.
Virgin cruise passenger falls from balcony and later dies
A Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady passenger died on Sunday after falling from their balcony. The ship returned to its port in Miami, before resuming the itinerary.
Gas prices could hit $4 a gallon after OPEC production cut
Gas prices may surge as we head into the summer driving season due to the latest productions cut from OPEC+, according to experts.