At least one airport requests donations to agents of the Transportation Security Administration from travelers, as the partial shutdown of the federal government of the United States means that they are currently working without pay until that aforementioned shutdown ends. The following message appeared at the official X site of...

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has steadily expanded its international reach in recent years. It…

When people plan a vacation, they usually focus on the big things first: flights, hotel price, things to do and maybe whether the property has a good location. But “good…

A reader reached out with an interesting data point: when you redeem Rove Miles for a loyalty-eligible hotel rate, you can also earn hotel points and elite credit, which can add a nice bump to the effective value you’re getting for your Rove Miles. Redeeming Rove Miles for a paid hotel...

There’s a new Marriott Homes & Villas Amex Offer out, which gives $250 back when you spend $1,000 or more on one or more reservations. The Deal Spend $1,000+ in one or more transactions with Marriott Homes & Villas and get $250 back with an Amex Offer. Expires 5/24/26 Key...

UPDATE: Whew! This was a false alarm. An Alaska spokesperson has confirmed that a “technical issue affecting the prices of some connections on partner flights involving Europe, the Middle East, and Asia” has been pinpointed and resolved. The award chart remains unchanged…at least for now. I’ve verified that connecting itineraries...

As president of the largest flight attendant union in the United States and civil aviation section chair of the International Transport Workers’ Federation, firebrand leader Sara Nelson is often referred to as the ‘world’s most powerful flight attendant.’ Nelson commands respect and attention on Capitol Hill, but now she is...

Lufthansa Group is reportedly about to unveil some changes to its fares, which customers will no doubt be unhappy about (though you know the airline will spin it as if it’s a positive).

On a flight where a flight attendant left full cans of soda behind for first class passengers, it occurred to me how much I don't like that practice. And it's even worse in coach but for different reasons.

Flying at 33,000 feet over the Atlantic Ocean, passengers on board an Air India flight from New York JFK were attempting to get some rest during the ultra-long-haul 14-hour flight to New Delhi on Monday… that was until they were awoken by strange noises and vibrations coming from underneath their...

Orlando International Airport is thinking about creating a dedicated planespotting park — and they’re asking the public what it should look like. From viewing platforms to food trucks, here’s what…

Four Corners monument is a classic bucket list item for any self-respecting road-geek. Is it worth the visit (and fee!) or is it just a total ripoff?

The introduction of Lufthansa’s new Allegris cabin concept hasn’t been without drama, to put it mildly. Over the past several months, Lufthansa’s biggest issue has been with its new Boeing 787s, as the airline has struggled to get its new business class seats certified.

American Airlines is rolling out a new digital feature designed to give travelers clearer…

Wyndham Rewards will make annual adjustments to award pricing for some of its properties on April 15, 2026.

American Airlines says it will now start telling passengers, in plain English, what is actually causing their delay instead of burying the explanation in codes or vague updates. The new feature is rolling out across the airline’s app, website, and notifications, giving travelers a clearer read on whether a disruption...

American Airlines is rolling out fantastic new functionality, which customers will no doubt appreciate…

German flag carrier Lufthansa has finally been given the go-ahead by U.S. aviation regulators to start filling most of the Business Class seats on its brand new Boeing 787 Dreamliners… a month ahead of schedule, although that schedule had already been significantly delayed several times. On Monday, Lufthansa confirmed that...

The debate over kids in business class misses the point. The real issue is not age, it is behavior: a quiet, well-parented child is far less disruptive than the loud, drunk, seat-kicking, aisle-blocking adult passengers airlines tolerate every day in premium cabins.

Up until recently, Dubai International Airport (DXB) was the busiest in the world, though that has changed in the past few weeks. With the United States and Israel attacking Iran, and Iran then responding, there has been chaos in the region, with implications that are being felt globally.