A major health alert has been issued after cases of measles were detected in two recent travelers who returned to Perth from Singapore. One return traveler arrived at Perth Airport on Singapore Airlines SQ225 on December 8 between 5.30am and 6.30am. The person visited several venues in the metro area while infected with measles between … Read more
And you thought your vacation horror story was bad. The “world’s unluckiest traveler” has been named in a new contest of calamities — put on by a travel insurance provider. The most sordid saga — involving skydiving and a friend being hauled out in a bodybag (but not necessarily in that order) — turns out to … Read more
Vacationers and short-term rentals using lockboxes in Italy will have to find a new way to check in after a new nationwide ban. This new security push now requires hosts to identify guests in person instead of remote verification as a result of the rampant tourism in the country. “At Airbnb we take security very … Read more
Budget carrier Frontier Airlines said Tuesday it will offer first-class-style seating to woo passengers willing to spend more. Frontier previously added more seats with extra leg room and business fares targeted at small companies. Other budget carriers have also been targeting higher fares. In August, Spirit Airlines began offering intra-Europe-style business-class seats with a guaranteed blocked middle seat, while Southwest Airlines said in July it planned to … Read more
Their airplanes might fly, but time does not. Looking for the most efficient airport experience possible during the stressful holiday travel rush? You might want to avoid Miami International Airport, where travelers waste the most overall time — a whopping 47.1 minutes — in the U.S., according to a survey by flight perk maximization site … Read more
Oh, Tannenbaum! Americans may still be recovering from Thanksgiving, but Christmas is already in full swing across the pond in Europe, where a festive array of seasonal markets have quickly become the focal point in city after city, from the Atlantic to the Adriatic. Extravagant decorations, traditional crafts, local and seasonal foods (and drinks, of … Read more
A TikTok video posted by an influencer has sparked a conversation in the comments section addressing how to travel with electronics. The woman said her new MacBook broke while on a flight after she stored it in the seat pocket in front of her. She said the person in front of her was reclining their … Read more
Millions of Americans are booking planes, trains and automobiles to gather around the table with their loved ones this holiday season. An estimated 79.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period, the American Automobile Association predicts. That is an increase of 1.7 million people compared to … Read more
Don’t get prechecked by crooks. Experts are alerting travelers about the latest scheme that could steal your personal information and empty your bank accounts. Scammers are emailing frequent flyers about signing up for TSA PreCheck, an expedited screening program that assesses passengers’ risk before check-in, ahead of the hectic holiday travel season. Scammers are emailing … Read more
These airplane passengers are hitting the mini bottles — of skin care. The sky is the limit for this latest beauty trend as jet-setters and influencers alike are touting their in-flight skin care routines, including everything from serums to red light therapy, all for the sake of a hydrated mile-high journey. Ava Lee, CEO and … Read more
Jet-setters are sure to flip over this hot tip. Losing a bag while flying the friendly skies is an upset most travelers go above and beyond to avoid. While some tech-savvy globetrotters pack mini locator devices in their suitcases, hoping to quickly recover any lost luggage with the gadgets, others still prefer the tried-and-true method of inking … Read more
There’s a buzzword circulating on social media called “gatexiety,” otherwise known as “gate anxiety.” It’s when travelers continuously check their gate at the airport, even though it’s listed on the airline’s app. This nonclinical action is advisable, experts say, as checking your departure against airport monitors is a smart move since gates can change at … Read more
The British government has rolled out a new requirement for travelers hoping to visit the country. An “Electronic Travel Authorization” (ETA) has been implemented that digitizes tourists’ requests to visit the country while paying a fee of about $13. “Everyone wishing to travel to the UK – except British and Irish citizens – will need permission … Read more
Polar bears are the only mammal known to actively hunt humans. Still, every year Canada’s most feared, and revered, residents attract thousands of tourists from around the world. Not only do these brave souls get within spitting distance of Ursus maritimus — land’s largest predator — they’re happy to pay top dollar to do it. … Read more
Complaints by US air travelers soared 12% last year, federal Department of Transportation data shows. There were 96,853 “submissions” from flyers in 2023, up from 86,240 in 2022, was the most since 2020, according to the annual Air Travel Consumer Report. Nearly 70%, or 67,661, of the submissions concerned US airlines, while 26% focused on … Read more
They’re jetting off to the aisle-lands. Foreign grocery stores have become a must-check out for a growing number of travelers who say that an unfamiliar overseas supermarket can teach a great deal about local foodways and culture — for a lot cheaper than going to a trendy eatery. Never mind that guided tour of the Acropolis, … Read more
This one’s totally trash. A traveler who discovered a ridiculously simple way to avoid touching the waste receptacle in the lavatory on a long-haul flight has gone viral after sharing the good news with his followers. “I was sitting there on my flight back from Thailand, and I saw this little foot lever, and I was … Read more
Peak hour on public transport in Sydney is no one’s favorite time. Most of the time you’re crammed into a tight space and praying to find a seat to make the journey a little less uncomfortable. And then along comes someone who thinks the carriage is entirely theirs. Yes, we’re talking about the loud talkers, people who refuse to … Read more
It’s a literal poop deck. An airplane passenger blew minds after revealing the unique location of the lavatory on a Lufthansa flight, which he detailed in a TikTok video with nearly 5 million views. “I’ve never seen this on a plane before,” wrote the user — who goes by @downielive on the platform — in … Read more
Climate protesters taking over the 18th hole on Sunday during the final round of the Travelers Championship didn’t sit well with one of sports media’s most prominent personalities. On the evening edition of “SportsCenter,” ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt offered an honest assessment of the wild delay at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Conn., before Scottie … Read more