In a second attempt, U.S. Sens. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut and Edward J. Markey of Massachusetts are back with a comprehensive bill package to provide a bill of rights for air travelers and address airline fees. This year’s iteration, the Airline Passengers’ Bill of Rights, is similar to the previous legislation, according to a spokesperson for Blumenthal. It also…
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Chasing elite status with an airline or a hotel loyalty program can feel like a lot of work. Don’t you wish there were an easier way? Right now, IHG One Rewards is offering a shortcut to Gold Elite and Platnum Elite status. During this promotion, you can earn elite status through December 2024 with as little as two nights….
Throughout January, airlines have repeatedly slashed fares to Europe, and those deals aren’t going away — just yet. Norse Atlantic is offering discounted one-way flights to some of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations. With this deal, you can fly to London, Paris, Berlin and Oslo, Norway, from Fort Lauderdale, Los Angeles and New York. The travel dates largely depend…
In The Planet’s Most Spiritual Places (Ivy Press), author Malcolm Croft explores 100 ancient monuments, places of worship, pilgrimage sites, and other landmarks of sacred significance across the globe.
The Astoria was built just 36 years after the sinking of the Titantic, when ocean liners still ruled long-distance travel. And, in its early days, it crisscrossed the Atlantic on a regular schedule along with such iconic vessels as the SS United States, Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth and the SS Andrea Doria. But that was just a teaser for the…
In my humble opinion, there’s always a reason to go to Disneyland. You just got paid? Go to Disneyland. There’s a new churro flavor? Go to Disneyland. It’s Tuesday … well, you get the idea. You don’t necessarily need a special reason to visit The Happiest Place on Earth. However, there are quite a few new attractions and special…
Alaska Airlines is growing its presence in San Diego with the addition of three new routes. The Seattle-based carrier announced Monday that it’ll add the following flights starting later this year: San Diego International Airport (SAN)-Dulles International Airport (IAD), starting June 15. SAN-Eugene Airport (EUG), starting June 15. SAN-Tampa International Airport (TPA), starting Oct. 4. The transcontinental flights will…
Frontier Airlines is back with another all-you-can-fly pass that comes as it unveils a major expansion in Puerto Rico. The carrier’s new unlimited flight plan, dubbed the “GoWild! All-You-Can-Fly Summer Pass,” is available for purchase starting Tuesday for an introductory price of $399 per year. This pass is valid for travel between May 2 and Sept. 30, and includes…
Deborah Rothe follows in the footsteps of David Ruetz as exhibition director of ITB Berlin, the World’s Leading Travel Trade Show. In December 2022, Ruetz became senior vice president of Travel + Logistics at Messe Berlin, in which role he oversees the ILA Berlin Airshow as well as the global ITB brand family, along with its strategic development.
