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Whistleblowers Hit Southwest, FAA for Lax Safety Practices
Federal officials say that Southwest Airlines and the union representing its pilots have resisted cooperating with investigations into accidents and other incidents.
Over 1,000 Lufthansa Flights Canceled as Staff Strikes
More than 1,000 Lufthansa flights were canceled Wednesday because of a one-day strike by the airline's German ground staff, affecting tens of thousands of passengers in the latest travel turmoil to hit Europe.
German Strike Forces Lufthansa to Cancel Hundreds of Flights
Lufthansa says it will have to cancel almost all flights at its main Frankfurt and Munich hubs on Wednesday because of a strike by its German ground staff.
The Essential S's of Santa Monica
Savvy SoCal visitors know that tucked away from the hype is an utter wonderland of sun, sophistication, strollability, sustainability and shoppability — Santa Monica and its five essential S's.
Boston and Beyond: 3 Ways to Stay in New England
Whether you're looking for slightly cooler end-of-summer escapes or already planning your fall getaways, turning to the U.S. Northeast is a solid option for both.
Europe as a Budget-Friendly Travel Option? It's True in 2022
Flying to Europe this year might sound as absurd as opting for premium gasoline. With prices this high, is it really the right time to splurge?
Liz Weston: 3 Lessons I Wish I'd Learned Sooner about Travel
Almost every trip teaches me something about myself, the world and what not to do next time. Here are three hard-won travel lessons that may help you learn from my mistakes.
Itching to Get Away this Summer? Remember the Six Stages of Transformative Travel
Travel is often viewed as what anthropologists call a "rite of passage" in which individuals separate themselves from their familiar surroundings, undergo change and return rejuvenated or "reborn."
All Ways Welcome in Denver For The Perfect Summer Getaway
With 300 days of sunshine, an open, welcoming spirit, epic outdoor adventure, and vibrant nightlife, The Mile High City is the perfect destination for a summer getaway.
Celebrating Vermont Pride: A State of Freedom and Unity
Who says Pride only happens in June? The Pride Vermont Parade & Festival (Sept. 9 - 18) is reason alone to head to the LGBTQ-friendly Green Mountain State, but there's plenty more to discover once you arrive.
Frontier Airlines Says It Lacks the Votes for Spirit Merger
Frontier Airlines, facing likely defeat in its bid to merge with Spirit Airlines, says it is done with a bidding war and is asking for another delay in a shareholder vote on the deal.
Seneca Resorts & Casinos Heats Up Summer with Outdoor Concert Series
The summer 2022 entertainment forecast looks red hot from the Allegheny Mountains to Niagara Falls, with four remarkable outdoor shows everyone will want to see.
Feds Nudge Airlines to Let Families Sit Together on Planes
The department said in a notice to airlines that the carriers "should do everything that they can to ensure the ability of a young child" 13 or younger to sit next to an older family member.
FAA to Give Airports $1 Billion for Terminals and Upgrades
The Biden administration is giving nearly $1 billion to 85 airports to expand and upgrade terminals and other facilities, using money approved in last year's huge infrastructure bill.
Hong Kong Lifts Flight Ban Citing 'Little Effect' on COVID
Hong Kong announced Thursday it is shelving a COVID-19 measure that has resulted in dozens of canceled flights in recent months and thwarted travel plans for thousands.
Buffalo Blooms in Late July with America's Largest Garden Tour
Buffalo — now in the midst of a renaissance of culture, tourism, and outdoor adventures — is home to Garden Walk Buffalo, an expansive tour of hundreds of private and community gardens that handily earns its title as America's largest garden tour.
Spirit Wins Takeoff and Landing Rights at Key Newark Airport
Spirit Airlines will get valuable takeoff and landing times that Southwest Airlines is abandoning at busy Newark-Liberty International Airport near New York City.
Flight Cancellations Ease Slightly as July 4 Weekend Ends
Travelers flying home from July Fourth getaways faced flight delays Monday, but airlines were canceling fewer flights than in the days leading up to the holiday weekend.
Summer Travels: Expect be Transported by Provincetown
Provincetown has long been a major LGBTQ+ destination every summer. Here are some very good reasons as to why.
Spirit's Delay Allows Airline Bidding War Time to Play Out
Shares of Spirit Airlines rose Thursday after it postponed a vote for the second time on a proposed merger with Frontier Airlines, allowing for a bidding war to play out.