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How to Fix Boeing, By an Industry Expert
Critics of Boeing blame its troubles on its multi-racial hiring practices. But the real source of its problems affects the safety of every air traveler in the USA.
Over 50 and Traveling Solo? Road Scholar Now Has All-Inclusive Trips Just for You
For decades, Road Scholar has been formulating high-quality guided tours of the world's most popular destinations, but through a senior lens. Its all-inclusive group tours, which take…
Can Visitors to Germany Use Cannabis Now That Recreational Use is Legal There?
In 2024, Germany legalized the use of marijuana products for recreational use. Does that mean tourists can buy or use cannabis in Germany now?
Times Square's Ball Drop Building Reinventing Itself as a Year-Round NYC Attraction
It was the building that gave Manhattan's Times Square its name when The New York Times opened it in 1905 as one of the most celebrated early skyscrapers in a celebrated city.But after…
Fee for Global Entry to Rise on October 1, 2024—Apply Now for the Older Rate
Global Entry is a special system that allows U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents to skip the long processing lines and security checks at international entry points to the…
New Volvo Museum in Sweden Showcases Rare Cars by Renowned Automaker
Last week Volvo, which is aiming to go fully electric by 2030, produced its last-ever diesel-powered passenger vehicle and promptly donated the car—an XC90 SUV—to a museum. That would…
Orlando Sanford International Airport's Name Could Confuse Passengers Going to Orlando
Sanford's small airport has Orlando in its name and flights from Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines, but it's twice as far from Walt Disney World as Orlando International (MCO).
Can I Cruise with Just a Driver's License?
Is a driver's license enough ID to take a cruise? The answer is mixed.
U.S. Airlines with Free Wi-Fi: Sorry, American, but the Grand Total Is Still at 1
U.S. airlines always seem to be in perfect sync when it comes to raising fees, but when a carrier introduces a service passengers might actually like, competitors are awfully slow to…
When Will Barcelona's Sagrada Família Be Finished? We Finally Have an Answer (Kind Of)
And you thought your contractor was taking forever. La Sagrada Família, the eye-catching basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí, has been under construction in Barcelona, Spain, since…
U.S. Passport Wait Times Are Back Under Control. How Long Will It Take Now?
A year ago, as the U.S. government continued to climb out of the bureaucratic hole that Covid-19 and staffing woes had dug, the wait time for a new passport was as long as 13…
The Cost of Going Cashless at U.S. National Parks As Many Switch to Plastic-Only
Increasingly, U.S. national parks are switching to cashless payment for entrance fees and other charges. Critics say that hurts equal access to public lands.
Best Hotels Near Glacier National Park: Stay Near the West and East Entrances
Finding that perfect combination of comfort and convenience when you’re experiencing the wildness of the Glacier National Park in Montana isn’t difficult considering the number of…
POV: Follow the Path of Checked Luggage Through an Airport's Conveyor Belt Network
In today's installment of The Internet May Be Destroying Society, but Hey, You Should Totally Check Out This Video, someone put a camera on luggage to show were it goes after airport…
London's Worst Attractions: Skip These Bad Tourist Traps
In every city, you will invariably find a subset of visitors who seem to have no idea why they went there. For them, fortunately, London provides a variety of overpriced pursuits…
This World-Famous Destination Will Soon Cost $200 Just to Enter
Inflation is pushing up prices across the board, even in one of the world's most pristine natural destinations.While it may be demoralizing to get fewer Froot Loops despite a higher…
When This U.S. City Asked for a Living Wage, Lyft and Uber Said They're Leaving Town
The newly installed CEO of Lyft, David Risher, has a contract that enables him to earn as much as $980 million if he can raise the value of the company's stock. Last year, Dara…
The U.S. Hasn't Fully Tested Airline Evacuations in Years. Experts are Alarmed.
Even though nearly everything about flying has changed since the rules were set, the FAA has blocked evacuation testing that reflects actual conditions.
Uber and Lyft Cleaning Fee Scams: Beware Nauseating Vomit Fraud
Uber and Lyft cleaning fee scams can add up to $150 to the price of a ride. Don't lose money if you didn't lose your lunch.
Asheville History: New Black Heritage Trail Honors a Rich Legacy
In travel journalism, Asheville, North Carolina, is often praised—and rightly so—for its Blue Ridge Mountains scenery, artsy sensibility, numerous craft breweries, and architectural…
Carnival to Cruisers: You Know We Can See You Naked, Right?
If you're naked on a cruise ship balcony, can anyone see you? Carnival Cruise Line weighs in.
Cheap Cruises in 2024: Fewer Discounts Than Usual, but Here Are 9 Strategies for Deals
The cruise industry is reporting record-breaking bookings this year, with many ships sailing at full capacity. Executives at cruise line after cruise line, including the multiple…
Are Hotel Room Safes Safe? The Surprising Truth Behind Online Fears
In-room safes lock, but do they stay locked when we leave the hotel? Recent viral videos on TikTok have travelers worried about theft, but is there cause to be?
The Best Airport Livestreams: Now Landing All Day on a Screen Near You
These YouTube plane spotters make a living by livestreaming jet airplane takeoffs and landings from airport runways around the world.
Waterfall Lovers, This Is Your Year: California's Snows to Bring Gushers Worth Traveling For
Two years ago, California's rivers ran so dry that outdoor tour companies that depend on the state's waterways had to close shop in midsummer. But in 2024, the cyclical weather pattern…