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DOT to Conduct Privacy Review of Largest U.S. Airlines

The Department of Transportation (DOT) will conduct a privacy review of major airlines in the United States with a focus on how these carriers handle and store passenger’s personal information.

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Southwest Confirms Red-eye Flights Are Coming

Southwest Airlines is hoping to start red-eye flights sometime in the next two years after first floating the possibility of the overnight routes a few months ago.

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Southwest's Latest Offer to Snag Its Companion Pass Ends Tomorrow

Grab a friend and get ready to hit the skies by scoring one of Southwest Airlines’ limited-time Companion Passes, available by flying just one roundtrip flight.

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United Is Rolling Out Larger Overhead Bins on Select Aircraft

United Airlines has announced that it will begin rolling out larger overhead bins onboard select Embraer E175 jets.

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UN Tourism Celebrates Heritage and Culture on Official Visit to Iran

The Secretary-General of UN Tourism has concluded an official visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran.

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Resilience through Diversity and Investments the Focus on UN Tourism Visit to Jamaica

UN Tourism put the focus on building a more resilient sector during an official visit to Jamaica.

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Twistic and WeavAIR startups win the UN Tourism Hospitality Challenge

The second edition of the UN Tourism Tech Adventures, along with Infecar is focused on Tourism Technologies and Solutions for Hotels and New Business Models

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UN Tourism Applauds Saudi Arabia's Historic Milestone of 100 Million Tourists

In a testament to its strategic vision and robust sector growth, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has welcomed over 100 million tourists, marking a significant milestone in its journey to become a global tourism powerhouse.

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World Congress on Snow, Mountain and Wellness Tourism to Focus on New Travellers

“Mountainlikers: Sustainability and wellbeing, the keys to mountain tourism” will be the theme of the 12th edition of the World Congress on Snow, Mountain and Wellness Tourism, which will take place on 20-22 March in Andorra within the framework of the Un

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UN Tourism and Moldova Launch Joint Project for Female Leadership in Tourism

UN Tourism will work with the Ministry of Culture of Moldova to advance female leadership in tourism and boost the sector’s contribution to gender equality.

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Southwest's Chase Credit Card Has a Companion Pass Offer — What to Know

Sign up for Southwest's Chase credit card and earn its Companion Pass after meeting a spending threshold.

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Japan Is Launching a Digital Nomad Program

Japan is set to become the latest country to offer a digital nomad visa to travelers, allowing foreigners to travel the country and work at the same time in an effort to expand tourism.

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Avelo Airlines Launches New Routes to Destin, Atlanta, and More

This May, Avelo will begin flying between its Southern Connecticut hub and four new cities: Atlanta, Concord-Charlotte, Knoxville, and Destin.

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Margaritaville at Sea Is Honoring Military Members, Teachers, First Responders, and More With Free Sailings

Margaritaville at Sea is once again honoring first responders, military members, and more with its Heroes program — and this time around there's some new perks.

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American Airlines Launches Route to Bahamas' Eleuthera Island

American Airlines now has a nonstop route to Eleuthera in the Bahamas.

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Frontier Is Celebrating New Routes From This Major Hub With $19 Flights

Frontier is launching several new routes from Philadelphia airport.

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Delta Debuts New Look on Select Aircraft — See Inside

Delta Air Lines customers may notice a difference in some first class cabins as the airline rolls out a refreshed look on some aircraft this month.

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Norwegian Cruise Line to Dock at This Florida Port Next Year

Norwegian Cruise Line passengers will have a new homeport to choose from when the company moves to Jacksonville, Florida, next year.

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Delta Gives a Sneak Peek Into Its 'Premium' Lounges

Delta Air Lines passengers will soon be able to pass the time in new Premium lounges coming to major hubs this year.

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Finnair Is the Latest to Ask Passengers to Weigh In Before Boarding

European airline Finnair will become the latest carrier to ask passengers to weigh in before boarding this month in an effort to collect data on aircraft balance calculations.

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This Is How Far Out You Should Book a Flight for the Cheapest Fare

CheapAir.com's Annual Airfare Study shows when to book a flight and when to travel for the cheapest fares.

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JetBlue's $49 Flight Sale Is Back for One More Day — Book Now

JetBlue is wrapping up its week of anniversary sales by bringing back its 1-day $49 flight sale along with deals on vacation bundles and more.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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TSA Shares Tips for Travelers Ahead of Super Bowl Weekend

The Transportation Security Administration is warning travelers in the San Francisco and Kansas City areas to arrive for their flights early this weekend as Super Bowl crowds are expected to swarm airports.

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Why Norwegian Cruise Line Is Cutting Venice From Its Itineraries

Norwegian Cruise Line will no longer include stops in Venice as part of its plans.

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Southwest Adds New Las Vegas Flight, Resumes Mexico Routes

Southwest announced new routes to Las Vegas and Richmond and also announced that it will resume routes to Mexico.

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Alaska Airlines Announces Increased Summer Flights

Alaska Airlines is expanding its presence from Portland, Oregon, with an increased seat capacity of more than 25 percent.

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Flights Canceled, Hundreds Delayed Amid Northeast Snowstorm

Flights on Tuesday have been delayed and canceled as a winter storm descends upon the northeast.

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Disney Reveals Opening Timeline for 'Princess and the Frog' Ride

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which is replacing Splash Mountain, is slated to open this summer at Walt Disney World, the park announced Tuesday.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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There’s a New Way to Apply for Global Entry at This Washington, D.C.-area Airport

Travelers flying out Washington Dulles International Airport can now complete their Global Entry interviews upon departure, the first airport in the country to offer the option.

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Bali Just Implemented a Tourist Tax — What to Know

Visiting the popular Indonesian destination of Bali just got more expensive thanks to a tourist tax that went into effect on Wednesday.

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American Airlines Details Its Largest Schedule to Italy This Summer

After American Airlines announced its 2024 expansion to Italy, the airline laid out its schedule with flights to Rome, Venice, and Naples this summer.

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This Airline Launched a Flight With a Mystery Destination

Scandinavian Airlines, a Sweden-based carrier, commonly known as SAS Airlines, offered just that, by recently introducing a special mystery flight called “Destination Unknown.”

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Lyft to Allow Female, Non-binary Riders to Request Specific Drivers

Female and non-binary riders will be able to request female and non-binary Lyft drivers.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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Delta Just Announced Routes to Honolulu and Maui

Delta will be heading to Hawaii from Boston and is bringing back it's route from Atlanta to Maui later this year.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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Airports Around the U.S. Are Getting a $1 Billion Boost From the Government — Where Travelers Will See Improvements

Airports across the United States are about to get a makeover thanks to a $970 million investment from the federal government.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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Spirit Just Postponed Its Route to Tulum's New Airport

Spirit Airlines is postponing flights to the brand new airport in Tulum, Mexico.

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The Eiffel Tower Remains Closed Due to Strike

The Eiffel Tower closed to visitors on Tuesday amid a worker’s strike with officials warning the closure could be extended.

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American Airlines Increases Its Baggage Fee and Updates How Loyalty Members Earn Miles

American Airlines has increased its baggage fee for both domestic and international flights and also updated how its AAdvantage members earn miles.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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Breeze Airways Is Now Flying Into New Bern, North Carolina

Breeze Airways will add its 50th destination this spring with new flights from the coast of North Carolina, and is putting fares on sale across its network to celebrate.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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See April's Solar Eclipse From the Sky on This Special Delta Flight

Delta flight 1218 from Austin to Detroit will travel along the path of totality during the eclipse on April 8.

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American Queen Voyages Shuts Down Due to Pandemic Woes

River cruise line American Queen Voyages has shut down, canceling all future cruises and instructing future guests to apply for refunds.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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JetBlue Quietly Increased Its Baggage Fees This Month

As of Feb. 1, JetBlue increased its checked baggage fee chart for flights within the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean, for passengers who add a bag while checking in 24 hours before departure.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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United to Resume Flights to Tel Aviv in March

United Airlines will resume flights to Israel this spring becoming the first major carrier in the United States to do so since the start of the war in Israel and the Gaza Strip.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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This Low-cost Carrier Will Soon Be Headed to 4 New Destinations in the Pacific Northwest

Low-cost carrier Avelo Airlines has doubled its flights from Sonoma County by adding four new routes to Montana, Idaho, Washington, and Oregon.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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You Can Kayak in Death Valley National Park Right Now

California has experienced unprecedented rainfall, which created a rare lake in Death Valley. And visitors are encouraged to come and kayak in it while it lasts.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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Spirit to Launch a New Route to Costa Rica From This U.S. Hub

Spirit Airlines is making it easier to get to Costa Rica thanks to a brand-new flight launching next month from Houston

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Delta Announces New Route to Brisbane From LAX

Delta Air Lines is launching brand-new service between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Brisbane Airport (BNE) in Australia.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →

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American Airlines Announces New U.S.-to-Tokyo Flight

American Airlines will launch a new flight route between New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Tokyo’s Haneda Airport on June 28.

Mar 04, 2024 Read more →