Southwest open seating, baggage fee decisions announced
Southwest says that it plans to revamp its seating policy but passengers won’t see the change immediately.
These US airports rank highest for customer satisfaction
The airport experience can vary from one location to the next. These are the airports that J.D. Power found scored the highest for overall customer satisfaction.
Scandinavian Airlines flight makes emergency landing after mouse jumps out of in-flight meal
A passenger airplane traveling from Norway to Spain was forced to land after a rodent popped out of one of its in-flight meals.
Terrified passengers evacuate down emergency slides after vape explodes on plane
Panicked passengers onboard a U.K. flight were forced to evacuate down emergency slides after a vape pen was suspected of exploding on their plane, filling the cabin with smoke.
Great Smoky Mountains’ highest peak reclaims Cherokee name after 150 years
The highest peak in Great Smoky Mountains National Park will be renamed Kuwohi, reverting to its Cherokee name after more than 150 years.
Yellowstone visitor suffers thermal burns after falling into scalding water
A 60-year-old woman from New Hampshire suffered severe thermal burns after falling into scalding water near Yellowstone's Old Faithful geyser.
You can now renew your passport online; here's how
Americans can now renew their passports online but there are a list of requirements that must be met before you can.
Cabin pressure issue on Delta flight causes ear pain, bloody noses for passengers
A Delta flight from Salt Lake City to Portland was forced to return due to cabin pressure issues, causing passengers to experience pain, ear discomfort, and nosebleeds.
Alaska reports 3 fatal plane crashes in 3 days, killing 7; NTSB investigates
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating three separate plane crashes in Alaska that occurred over a three-day period.
Hotels share wackiest room service orders and the crazy things guests leave behind
A survey of 400 hotels reveals wacky room service requests, unusual personal items left behind and the hotel perks you didn’t know you needed.
4 flight attendants fall ill on Alaska Airlines flight to Seattle
Four flight attendants on an Alaska Airlines flight headed from Hawaii to Seattle mysteriously fell ill shortly after takeoff, causing the plane to be diverted.
Royal Caribbean Harmony of the Seas passenger, 12, dies after falling from balcony: report
The FBI is reportedly investigating how a child fell as the ship was heading back to Galveston, Texas.
Here are North America's best airline rewards programs, according to new ranking
Airline loyalty programs and credit cards are used by tens of millions of Americans every year to book vacations and travel for the holidays, but which ones provide the most value?
How 9/11 transformed air travel: TSA, security measures, and fees explained
The September 11th attacks profoundly changed air travel. Prior to 2001, security protocols were less stringent, allowing friends and family to accompany passengers to the gate. Post-9/11, significant changes were introduced
Delta planes collide on taxiways at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta airport; NTSB investigating
A collision has been reported between two Delta Air Lines planes at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
When Is the best time to book flights for the holidays?
Google has released insights on the best times to book airline tickets based on four years of Google Flights data.
Feds open investigation into major airlines over popular rewards programs
Federal transportation officials have launched an investigation into rewards programs at the four largest airlines over "potential unfair, deceptive, or anticompetitive practices."
Southwest Airlines Companion Pass offer: What to know about buy-one-get-one flights deal
Southwest is running a promotion this week for its Companion Pass, which allows travelers to bring someone for nearly free on unlimited flights.
Activist investor controls enough of Southwest Airlines to call for special shareholder meeting
Elliott Investment Management has been pushing for big changes at the Dallas based airline, including dumping its CEO and chairman. Now, it looks like they're making good on their promise.
A cruise set to sail the world for 3 years has been stuck in Northern Ireland for 3 months
Travelers waiting to take a cruise around the world have been waiting for months to depart, but several passengers have made the most of their unexpected downtime in other ways.