Tagged: flights

Win a "Beauty and the Beast" Castle Stay, NYC Fines Airbnb Hosts, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Good morning, everybody! Here's the latest from the world's airports, castles, and illegal short-term rentals. * TRUMP'S TRAVEL BAN APPEARS TO HAVE CAUSED DROP IN FLIGHT BOOKINGS TO…

The New World's Longest Flight

If aviation were an endurance sport, there'd be a new reigning champ.As of this week, the longest flight in the world is now operated by Qatar Airways, whose new 9,032-mile…

The World's Longest Flight, the Truth About Bowling Green, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Good morning, everybody! Here's the latest from the world's airplanes and fictional massacre sites.* TRUMP'S ORDERS ON REGULATIONS HAVE STALLED FAA SAFETY NOTICES (CNNMoney)Even if you…

The Best Time to Buy Holiday Flights? It's Now. DO IT NOW.

There are exactly 48 days 'til Christmas. If you plan to travel for the end-of-year holidays, now might be a good time to buy your plane tickets, according to a study released by…

Are Conditions on Flights Leaving Passengers Vulnerable to Sexual Assault?

The accusations from 11 women who say that Donald Trump kissed or touched them sexually without their consent have brought renewed national attention to the issue of sexual assault.…

New Communication System for Pilots and Air-Traffic Controllers Will Make Flights Faster and Safer, FAA Says

Federal Aviation Administration officials say that a new communication system used by pilots and air-traffic controllers is helping flights move with more speed and safety.The…

New National Monument Under the Atlantic, Shark Attacks in Florida, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Good morning! Here are the latest happenings from the world's skies, oceans, and beaches.* OBAMA DESIGNATES UNDERWATER MONUMENT OFF THE COAST OF NEW ENGLAND (Washington Post). Last…

Low Fares to Havana Now on Sale from Spirit

Fast on the heels of JetBlue operating the first flight in more than 50 years from the United States to Cuba, Spirit Airlines has begun offering, as of yesterday, its ultra-low fares…

American Airlines Puts Responsibility for Improving Service on . . . Passengers?

American Airlines has embarked on a novel, verging-on-shameless new marketing campaign gently reminding passengers to stay civil in the skies.Because "great flyers make the best…

First Flight from U.S. to Cuba in More Than 50 Years

In air travel, yesterday was one for the history books.The first regularly scheduled commercial passenger flight between the United States and Cuba in more than 50 years left Fort…

First U.S.-Cuba Flight in 50 Years, Indian Tourism Minister Tells Women Not to Wear Skirts, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Welcome to the first day of September. Here's what's happening in the world of travel.* FIRST FLIGHT FROM U.S. TO CUBA IN MORE THAN 50 YEARS (Travel Weekly). In air travel, yesterday…

Travel Site User Gets 47-Year Layover and Hilarious Customer-Service Response

We know it's only Wednesday, but you can stop looking for the Customer Service Rep of the Week. It's Jen from Skyscanner.The company, an airline search engine that compares…

Qatar Airport to Charge Departure Tax to All Passengers

Starting on December 1, if you happen to pass through Hamad International Airport near Qatar's capital city of Doha, you're going to be charged a "departure tax" of about $10 (35…

Orlando Theme Parks Respond to Zika Fears, Customer Service Rep Responds to 47-Year Layover, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

It's Wednesday—meaning you're halfway to the long holiday weekend. Here's what's happening today in the world of travel.* ORLANDO THEME PARKS DISPENSING FREE INSECT REPELLENT TO EASE…

Baby Born on Flight Gets 1 Million Air Miles

A newborn named Haven just received a gift we're guessing her parents didn't register for: 1 million air miles from Philippines carrier Cebu Pacific.How come? Because last week…

Nightmare Traffic at LaGuardia, Living on a Cruise Ship, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Here's what's happening today in the world of travel.* NIGHTMARE TRAFFIC AT LAGUARDIA AIRPORT (Village Voice). Traffic around the entrances and exits to LaGuardia Airport was a…

Most Limits on U.S.-Mexico Flights Have Flown Away

Yesterday was a good day for price-conscious travelers in North America. As of Sunday, nearly all of the restrictions on flights between the United States and Mexico have been…

American Airlines Makes In-Flight TV Free

Looks like JetBlue and Virgin America have finally forced the monolithic major carriers to up their games. A few months ago, Delta finally recognized one of the things passengers…

UK Tourism Boom Following Brexit and Falling Pound

Looks like Brexit has given a short-term boost to tourism in the United Kingdom.Flight bookings to the UK have surged since June, following a sharp drop in the pound after…

Tourist Ordered to Pay $44K for Violent Yoga Incident on Plane

Back in March, Korean tourist Hyongtae Pae was arrested after he became violent on an airplane when he wasn't allowed to do yoga—a story noteworthy in part because you don't often…

American Airlines Adds More Checked Baggage Fees on International Flights

Once the norm, free checked bags on domestic flights are few and far between these days. Now at least one major airline is adding more fees for your first checked bag on some…

Southwest Airlines Continues to Grapple with Effects of Computer Glitch

Southwest Airlines and its passengers continue to grapple with the effects of a computer glitch on Wednesday that has canceled and delayed more than 1,000 flights.The carrier says…

US Travel Warnings, Draft Beers on Flights, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Here's what happening today in the world of travel.* THREE COUNTRIES ISSUE U.S. TRAVEL WARNINGS (Reuters). Three countries have issued warnings urging their citizens to exercise…

Airline to Serve Draft Beer Mid-Flight

Dutch airline KLM will soon begin offering draft beers during flights. The company partnered with Heineken to create a "beer tap trolley" that keeps kegs chilled and properly…

Snapping Photos, Watching Bears, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Here's what's happening today in the world of travel.* EIGHT AIRLINES GRANTED TENTATIVE APPROVAL FOR FLIGHTS TO HAVANA (New York Times). Seems like there's a fresh piece of…