They have to do what they have to do. Air travel is stressful enough. Now add three-hour security lines, unpaid TSA workers calling out and quitting in droves, and the looming presence of ICE agents — and suddenly, getting through the airport feels less like a pre-vacation ritual and more like a psychological endurance test. … Read more
Fly high at these airport hotels. Skytrax revealed the world’s best airport hotels for 2026 as part of their World Airport Awards — and a swanky NYC airport hotel made the top five. The Airport Hotel Awards are based on guest surveys which looked at hotel standards such as overall hotel experience, access to and … Read more
Long security lines and staffing shortages have disrupted travel at major US airports during the partial government shutdown — but a small group of hubs is largely avoiding the chaos because they rely on private screening contractors instead of federally employed TSA officers. At least 20 airports across the country participate in the Transportation Security Administration’s Screening … Read more
More travelers are deliberately cutting it close at the airport in a viral gamble known as the “airport theory.” The social media trend encourages passengers to arrive just minutes before clearing security, often just 15 minutes ahead of boarding, in an attempt to avoid long waits and extra time spent inside the airport terminal. Despite the obvious … Read more
US airlines are gearing up for one of the busiest spring travel seasons on record — with millions of passengers expected to fly over the next two months. Airlines for America (A4A), an industry trade group based in Washington, D.C., projects that 171 million travelers will take to the skies between March 1 and April 30, … Read more
Just in time for vacation season, the viral “airport theory” trend on social media is taking off again — and a new survey has determined which speedy airports are the best to test that theory. Airport theory is when people show up to the airport late on purpose — about just 15 minutes in advance … Read more
The pajama party is over. Tampa International Airport set the internet ablaze on Thursday after its official X account declared war on what it called a full-blown fashion emergency unfolding at the gate. “We’ve seen enough. We’ve had enough. It’s time to ban pajamas at Tampa International Airport,” its post read. After bragging about previously … Read more
Every airport has its baggage, but some have more than others. According to a recent report from AirHelp, an air passenger rights and flight tracking company, about 248 million passengers — about a quarter of the 1 billion passengers who departed from a US airport — experienced a flight delay or cancellation in 2025. The … Read more
Despite backlash over Florida lawmakers approving a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after President Donald Trump, the move would place him among a growing list of commanders in chief whose names already greet travelers on airport terminals across the country. If finalized by Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Federal Aviation Administration, Palm Beach International would … Read more
Fasten your seatbelts — Expedia just revealed the best new travel hacks for flying. The 2026 Air Hacks Report has revealed major shifts in traveler savings this year, including which day of the week is cheapest and which month of the year is the most affordable to fly. Expedia’s Air Hacks Report analyzed millions of … Read more
A flight from a major airline was delayed recently after a missing “no smoking” sticker within a row of seats forced the plane to remain at the gate. A traveler shared on Reddit that the aircraft could not depart because one row was missing its required sign — and the incident began circulating online. “We’ve all boarded, and the … Read more
The world’s most beautiful airport has been crowned, and it’s located in the United States. Prix Versailles, an international architecture and design award, recently announced its selections recognizing airport terminals it considers among the world’s most beautiful. San Francisco International Airport’s Harvey Milk Terminal 1 received the top honor. The terminal opened in June 2024, according to San … Read more
Author and podcast host Mel Robbins recently opened up about her experience with flight anxiety, sharing a simple mental technique she says helped her manage it. She discussed the approach on a recent episode of the “Delusional Diaries” podcast with hosts Halley Kate and Jaz. Flight anxiety isn’t always about the plane itself, the Vermont-based Robbins said … Read more
Talk about a memorable flight. Everyone knows the feeling — you’re dozing off mid-flight and your head bops from side to side, as you struggle to find a comfortable sleeping position. Well, one sleepy flyer was having this experience until she finally got comfortable enough to catch some Zs — unknowingly on her seatmate’s shoulder. … Read more
It’s all paws on deck. A Virginia airport is seeking the public’s help in reuniting a missing teddy bear with its owner. Officials at Norfolk International Airport in Virginia shared a photo of the gingham-clad plushie with matching bunny slippers on Facebook on Dec. 30 with the caption, “Can you help me find my owner? … Read more
During peak holiday travel, one of the most infectious diseases was detected at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. A case of measles was identified in a passenger at terminals B & C on Dec. 12, according to a New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) press release. “Measles symptoms include a high fever, cough, … Read more
That paycheck has a lot of zeros in it. Pilots’ paychecks vary depending on the airline they work for and the hours they’ve flown in a given year. According to an American Airlines captain’s paystub that was later shared on X (formerly Twitter), pilots’ earning potential is so high, it’ll cause most people to rethink … Read more
Airport security apparently doesn’t apply online at New York City airports. John F. Kennedy International (JFK), Newark (EWR) and LaGuardia (LGA) rank among the flight hubs with the least secure websites, potentially jeopardizing people’s credit card details, travel records and other sensitive information. That was according to a recent survey by digital privacy company VeePN, … Read more
How are they getting away with that? It’s an oddly familiar scene: you’re waiting for your boarding group to be called at your flight’s gate, watching a wheelchair bound passenger dodge lines and board the plane first. Yet, once the plane lands, you’re scratching your head at that same flyer walking unassisted off the flight, … Read more
NEW YORK – Millions of people across much of the East Coast are under High Wind Alerts, as the final leg of a coast-to-coast storm pounded the entire Eastern Seaboard from Maine to Florida early Friday, threatening to disrupt the busy holiday travel rush. Airports, such as LaGuardia and Teterboro, are already experiencing ground delays between 60 and 90 minutes due to strong winds. … Read more