Passenger makes easy cash after swapping seats on flight —but some travelers are hesitant to budge

Passenger makes easy cash after swapping seats on flight —but some travelers are hesitant to budge

As airplane seat-swapping stories continue to spread across social media platforms, one traveler who fell victim to the situation was able to make some money from the practice.  Writing in the “r/delta” forum, a flight passenger shared how he or she (gender wasn’t specified) was offered $100 to switch to a middle row seat on … Read more

Delta will soon use AI to set its ticket prices — here’s what this means for travelers

Delta will soon use AI to set its ticket prices — here’s what this means for travelers

Let AI do it. People are turning to AI for couples therapy and money hacks to pay down debt — now, airlines are relying on it to set ticket prices. The Atlanta-based airline is one of the first of its kind to publicly announce its use of artificial intelligence. Last fall, Delta said it planned … Read more

Travelers are ‘buying’ strangers’ canceled vacations to travel for cheap

Travelers are ‘buying’ strangers’ canceled vacations to travel for cheap

Non-refundable vacations can leave travelers out thousands of dollars. However, buying someone else’s canceled vacation is emerging as a way to travel for less while helping others recoup part of their money. The concept is simple: when illness, emergencies or last-minute changes force people to cancel trips they’ve already paid for, platforms like SpareFare, Roomer, … Read more

‘Creepy’ shower in Airbnb booking has travelers shocked

‘Creepy’ shower in Airbnb booking has travelers shocked

I once booked accommodation that had warning notes all over the home, telling me that cameras were watching if I took a book home with me.  I thought that was the creepiest it could get when traveling, but apparently not! “This is the view from the shower” A traveler recently took to Reddit to share their own ‘creepy’ experience when staying … Read more

Travelers confess to ‘being a different person’ when they take off work and go away

Travelers confess to ‘being a different person’ when they take off work and go away

Let that alter-ego shine. According to a survey conducted by Faye Travel Insurance, most people become a different version of themselves when they are on vacation — and rightfully so. The insurance company surveyed 3,000 US travelers and nearly half of them said they learn different parts of themselves when they have a change of … Read more

Air travelers should never put this precious item in security bin when going through TSA: ‘Stolen on a regular basis’

Air travelers should never put this precious item in security bin when going through TSA: ‘Stolen on a regular basis’

Getting robbed of this precious cargo will have you flying off the handles.  For most, there’s no acute agony quite like the pain and panic of losing one’s cell phone, especially at the airport.  But a travel expert warns that digital devices are at high risk of being swiped by ne’er-do-wells when the gadgets are placed in … Read more

Airports hate these sneaky hacks that can save travelers money this summer, experts say

Airports hate these sneaky hacks that can save travelers money this summer, experts say

Airports can seem over the top with their food and beverage prices — but according to travel experts at eShores, sometimes splurging will save you money in the long run. The experts claimed that travelers are wasting their money on “unnecessary” add-ons for flights, such as early boarding and seat selection, when they should be … Read more

Gen-Z travelers reveal how they vacation so often — but experts caution against this hack: ‘Don’t do it’

Gen-Z travelers reveal how they vacation so often — but experts caution against this hack: ‘Don’t do it’

With summer right around the corner, Gen Z vacationers have begun touting their travel tips. And among the top recommendations? “Buy now, pay later” services like Klarna, Afterpay and Affirm. Those tools have slowly expanded across different platforms, giving consumers the option to schedule out incremental payments for practically anything: sneakers, burritos — and now, … Read more

Travelers are taking extreme measures and using hacks to avoid airline baggage fees

Travelers are taking extreme measures and using hacks to avoid airline baggage fees

Summer travel is in full swing after a record-breaking Memorial Day weekend.  A massive 45.1 million Americans were predicted to travel at least 50 miles from their homes, with 3.61 million Americans flying to their destination. For those flyers who tend to bring a lot of baggage with them, a viral travel hack involving pillowcases is now apparently … Read more

Hotels can no longer hide this one thing from travelers

Hotels can no longer hide this one thing from travelers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a new rule that will help protect travelers from all those unwanted add-on fees.  The rule tackles “Unfair or Deceptive Fees.” These are sometimes applied to short-term lodging as “resort” or “destination” fees when customers use hotel amenities such as pools or gyms. Short-term lodging includes hotels, motels, vacation rentals … Read more

Cruise ship crime reaches 2-year high, casting ‘dark cloud’ for travelers: expert

Cruise ship crime reaches 2-year high, casting ‘dark cloud’ for travelers: expert

Crime rates aboard cruise ships leaving the US have reached a two-year high, and one expert says this creates a “dark cloud” for travelers. According to data from the Department of Transportation, allegations of 48 crimes were reported onboard cruise ships from Jan. 1, 2025, to March 30, 2025. Twenty-three incidents were reported rapes, 10 … Read more

Travelers are paying thousands to have their phones taken away from them on digital detox retreats: ‘Guests go stir crazy’

Travelers are paying thousands to have their phones taken away from them on digital detox retreats: ‘Guests go stir crazy’

In a time when people can’t even go to the bathroom without bringing their phones — surprisingly, the interest around digital detox retreats is rising, and people are willing to pay thousands to go on them. While on vacation, 27% of adults want to be present and spend less time doom-scrolling, according to a 2025 … Read more

Exclusive | Travelers can ‘fly like a cardinal’ on direct Chicago-to-Rome flight in honor of Pope Leo, charter company reveals in cheeky new ad

Exclusive | Travelers can ‘fly like a cardinal’ on direct Chicago-to-Rome flight in honor of Pope Leo, charter company reveals in cheeky new ad

Blessed are the jet-setters. A charter company is inviting travelers to fly in divine style on a direct route from Pope Leo XIV’s native Chicago to Italy’s iconic capital in celebration of his becoming the first American pontiff. Velocity Jets unveiled a quirky new ad obtained by The Post that entices curious tourists to “Fly … Read more

Private jet rentals skyrocketing as deep-pocketed travelers avoid airport madness

Private jet rentals skyrocketing as deep-pocketed travelers avoid airport madness

Once reserved for the rich and famous, private jets are now the vehicle of choice for savvy travelers looking for a stress-free and convenient way to fly. The Covid-19 pandemic fundamentally altered how people view public spaces, including commercial airports and airlines. It was a time for the private aviation industry to boom – and … Read more

Travelers reveal their most bizarre culture shocks when visiting other countries: ‘Never get used to it’

Travelers reveal their most bizarre culture shocks when visiting other countries: ‘Never get used to it’

Traveling to another country for even a few days can reveal a lot about another culture — and how different it may be from what a person is used to. A controversial Reddit conversation started when an innocent user asked, “Travelers of Reddit, what shocked you the most when visiting another country?” The thread’s comment … Read more

Real ID deadline is just one month away — here’s what travelers need to know

Real ID deadline is just one month away — here’s what travelers need to know

An airport security measure, 20 years in the making, will finally be put into effect next month. Starting May 7, flyers in the United States will not be able to get on a domestic flight unless they have a Real ID. After years of delays, the Transportation Security Administration will begin enforcing the Real ID … Read more

Top vacation vices your fellow travelers hate — and the worst one might be ‘ruining’ luxury hotel stays

Top vacation vices your fellow travelers hate — and the worst one might be ‘ruining’ luxury hotel stays

It’s time to brush up on your travel etiquette. If you’re one of those people with quirky travel habits — it might be time to put those to an end. Experts at Hotels.com revealed the most irritating things travelers do while on vacation — and you don’t want to be one of these people. The … Read more

Almost half of travelers admit to doing this gross act when they can’t find a toilet, new study reveals

Almost half of travelers admit to doing this gross act when they can’t find a toilet, new study reveals

When you gotta go, you gotta go. A new study conducted by bathroom supply store, QS Supplies, surveyed 1,000 UK and American travelers on their thoughts about using the bathroom. The findings revealed that Gen Z has strong opinions on how people handle their doodie, while others surveyed have anxiety when it comes to using … Read more

Cruise ship passenger’s bizarre move called ‘degrading’ by travelers: ‘I could never do that to another human being’

Cruise ship passenger’s bizarre move called ‘degrading’ by travelers: ‘I could never do that to another human being’

Nauti or nice? Cruise passengers are divided over a viral photo that shows how someone chose to tip their cabin steward. John Heald, Carnival Cruise Lines’ Brand Ambassador, took to Facebook to ask his followers how they felt about spelling out “thank you” in money on the bed for the steward to find as a … Read more

Flight passenger slams ‘sneaky’ travelers who vape in airports: ‘You aren’t fooling anyone’

Flight passenger slams ‘sneaky’ travelers who vape in airports: ‘You aren’t fooling anyone’

Airline passengers have been calling out fellow flyers for vaping mid-flight or vaping inside an airport prior to departure. “Hearing the announcement and then hitting your vape again is mind-boggling, and shows zero situational awareness,” one Reddit user wrote in a post. The person added, “You aren’t fooling [anyone] and you’re a joke that deserves consequences.” … Read more