Traveling with babies can be quite a hassle — especially at 30,000 feet. The change in pressure during takeoff is uncomfortable for a majority of passengers, but while older children and adults have tricks to alleviate the pain, babies don’t have that luxury. Discomfort for babies on planes often causes them to burst into tears, … Read more
Workers who refuel the planes at John F. Kennedy Airport in Queens plan to go on strike Friday — providing uncertainty for travel plans during the busy Memorial Day weekend, The Post has learned. Teamsters Local 553 — representing 300 workers and mechanics who fuel commercial and cargo jets at the airport — said it is … Read more
Let’s unpack this theory. A viral TikTok video has led more than 75 million viewers to believe that red luggage is loaded into the cargo compartment first due to its eye-catching color that is visible in the darkness of the aircraft hold — but is it true? “If the red are at the back then … Read more
Travis Kelce is in his splurge era. Over the weekend, the NFL tight end and his superstar girlfriend, Taylor Swift, were spotted at the ultra-exclusive Bird Streets Club in West Hollywood where, a source told The Post, members such as Leonardo DiCaprio and Timothée Chalamet pay $10,000 a year. The two seem to be playing … Read more
It’s a travel by-pass. Flying on a Boeing 737 MAX might seem like playing Russian Roulette at 30,000 feet in light of recent incidents — but enterprising tech-heads have devised a special way for freaked-out fliers to avoid the aircraft model altogether. A booking platform named “Alternative Airlines” allows travelers to look for routes and … Read more
Barstool Sports star @DonnieDoesWorld was about to doze off on a flight out of Albuquerque after a combination of Panda Express and tequila when there was a commotion several rows back. Donnie, who’s real name is Zach Etkind, makes surreal and comical travel videos for Barstool from all corners of the planet, explained on the … Read more
They might have even preferred snakes. A Delta flight from Amsterdam to Detroit was filled with some unwanted stowaways — maggots that fell onto disgusted passengers from an overhead bin while midair on Tuesday, The Independent reported. The gross bugs had infested fish that a passenger stored in their carry-on luggage, according to reports. A … Read more
Queue the outrage. It’s apparently not just novice travelers who bum-rush the gate: Self-proclaimed frequent flyer Dickie Bush sparked controversy online after claiming that he boards the plane whenever he wants — regardless of whether it’s his turn — per a post taking off on Reddit. “Board in Group 1, no matter your group,” advised … Read more
Planes, trains and automobiles. Travel reporter Joey Hadden estimates she’s spent a whopping 230 nighttime hours traveling, while the rest of us are catching our zzz’s — it’s all part of her ongoing quest to see, experience and write about as much of the world as she possibly can. No matter where she goes, however, her … Read more
It’s a sticky situation. Nichola Knox, a mom of two and influencer who runs @nicholaknox on Instagram, revealed her go-to hack when traveling with children. “Save this for your next plane ride with kids! Painters tape guys – I swear to you. It’s great on the plane but also on vacation,” the Canadian mom influencer — … Read more
A man is cooling his jets after being “humiliated” by airline staff who made him give up his seat. Writer Todd Plummer wrote an essay for Condé Nast Traveler talking about his experience being double booked on board a Turkish Airlines flight and being made to give his spot to a couple. Plummer, who frequently … Read more
It’s one of the most terrifying events imaginable. There have been over 50 recent reports of frightening cyberattacks that have altered planes’ in-flight GPS, leading to what experts described as “critical navigation failures” onboard the aircraft. More frightening still, industry leaders thought that this type of hacking was not possible and are at a loss … Read more
Forget worrying about delays or unhinged passengers. Cramped and uncomfortable seating could wind up being the biggest concern for future flyers. An X user went viral when they shared the image that AI created when asked what a Ryanair plane cabin — a notoriously no-frills budget airline serving Europe — could look like in the distant future. … Read more
Planes traveling from the US to Europe are reaching speeds equivalent to that of sound. An analysis by CNN has found the jet stream over the Atlantic is so strong right now it is slashing flight times with one Emirates flight from Dallas in Texas to Dubai in the UAE arriving almost an hour early … Read more
It’s not the type of auction you see every day. Back in August, Thai Airways announced it would put its fleet of the world’s largest commercial airplanes up for sale. The invitation called for qualified buyers to offer bids for any of its six Airbus A380 aircraft — the massive four-engine, double-decker jet that can … Read more
To have and to hold — bragging rights. A white dress and chapel or a ring and a bent knee just aren’t enough nowadays — so couples are going to extremes, like braving hurricanes and dodging airplanes, to make sure their wedding and engagement photos stand out. Brooke Westbrook, 36, was overcome with emotion when … Read more
They had a problem with this Karen. A travel influencer was mom-shamed for claiming to upgrade her airplane seat to business class while leaving her son behind in economy. Karen “Kay” Akpan, her husband, Sylvester, and their son, Aiden, are a family of “digital nomads” who travel full time, either internationally or in an RV. … Read more
If you have ever wondered why planes still have ashtrays in toilets when smoking is banned, there’s a reason. Australia was one of the first countries to ban smoking on flights back in 1987, followed by the US in 1988 and Europe eventually making the change in 1997. However, there are still ashtrays built into … Read more