Looking for a rental car? Travel experts offer tips amid skyrocketing prices, low supply
As Memorial Day weekend is upon us, you may be thinking about your summer travel plans. Here’s what you need to know if you’ll need to get a rental car.
Last-minute holiday weekend travel deals
There’s still time to plan a last-minute getaway for Memorial Day Weekend.
AAA says Memorial Day gas prices expected to hit highest in 7 years
Memorial Day weekend gas prices are expected to be the highest since 2014, according to AAA.
CDC approves test sail for Royal Caribbean cruise line, the first as COVID-19 cases drop
The CDC has given Royal Caribbean approval to conduct a test sail next month, a sign that the cruise industry is poised to bounce back this year after suffering major losses from the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020.
AAA predicts more than 37 million Americans to travel Memorial Day, experts lay out worst times
AAA predicts more than 37 million people will hit the roads and take to the skies this holiday weekend as travel experts caution drivers about to worst times to travel.
Southwest flight attendant loses teeth after being assaulted by passenger
In a letter sent to Southwest, TWU Local 556 President Lyn Montgomery drew attention to the assault, saying it's just one of the hundreds of misconduct incidents that have occurred on Southwest flights in recent weeks.
Americans can reenter US with expired passports through 2021, State Department says
The State Department is relaxing its rule and will allow Americans to reenter the U.S. with an expired passport through the end of 2021.
United offering rewards members chance to win free flights for a year with COVID-19 vaccine card
United Airlines will be offering new and old MileagePlus members a chance to win free flights for a year with proof of a valid COVID-19 vaccine card.
Norwegian Cruise Line announces plan for U.S. return to cruising
The cruise line also stated that the restart of cruising in the U.S. is dependent on receiving a ‘Conditional Sailing Certificate’ from the CDC.
EU ambassadors agree on relaxed COVID-19 travel measures for fully vaccinated visitors
European Union ambassadors agreed Wednesday on measures to allow fully vaccinated visitors in, a big step toward relaxing tourism from outside the bloc. EU countries have yet to approve the measures.
Some Carnival brands to resume cruise operations this summer in Europe, Caribbean
Carnival said it also hopes to restart sailings in the United States in July on three ships from ports in Miami and Galveston, Texas.
Colonial Pipeline attack: Need fuel? Apps show where to fill up as gas stations run on empty
Multiple tools are helping drivers in southeastern states find gas as more and more stations run out of supply in the wake of the cyberattack that shut down the Colonial Pipeline.
Latest 737 Max problem sets back Boeing airplane deliveries
Boeing continues to grapple with an electrical problem affecting some 737 Max airliners, and the setback is hurting the aircraft maker’s ability to deliver new planes.
FAA slaps 2 more travelers with thousands in fines over flight disruptions
The Federal Aviation Administration said one traveler swore at crew members and slammed overhead bins before takeoff, and that the other refused to wear a face mask and blew his nose in a blanket.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam issues state of emergency to address gasoline supply disruptions
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam has signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency in the state to address gasoline supply disruptions throughout the Commonwealth.
COVID-19 traveler refunds: Senators urge airlines to refund $10B in canceled flights
Senators Edward Markey and Richard Blumenthal believe airlines are sitting on $10 billion in pandemic-related credits and are asking the companies to offer cash refunds to travelers.
I-76 construction: Walt Whitman rehab project will funnel traffic to one lane in each direction
The Delaware River Port Authority on Thursday announced a four-month repair project on the Philadelphia side of the Walt Whitman Bridge that will limit traffic on I-76 to just one lane in each direction.
Maldives officials discussing plans to offer COVID-19 vaccines to tourists
The Maldives is hoping to save lives while saving its economy with its 3V initiative — which stands for visit, vaccinate, vacation.
New safety measures implemented at Philadelphia International Airport as travelers return
CHANGES AT PHL: Going through security at the Philadelphia International Airport is going to be different, especially if you haven't flown in the past year.
New safety measures implemented at Philadelphia International Airport as travelers return
New rules and a new look at PHL as more people take to the skies, including plastic partitions posted around TSA agents in full PPE.