A Carnival Cruise Line ship grazed a piece of ice during an Alaska cruise last week. “Carnival Spirit made contact with an errant piece of drifting ice last Thursday while sailing in…
Top 5 reasons why your travel insurance claim will get denied
Travel insurance can help mitigate some unforeseen financial losses when a trip goes awry, from having to book an airport hotel following a flight cancellation or seeking medical care abroad. With air…
TSA proposes phased enforcement of REAL ID as deadline nears
The Transportation Security Administration said it’s ready to begin enforcing the REAL ID requirement on May 7, 2025. Only 56% of drivers licenses and other state-issued ID cards are compliant with the…
Alaska Airlines plane aborts takeoff to avoid Southwest collision
An Alaska Airlines airplane aborted takeoff on a runway at Tennessee’s Nashville International Airport on Thursday to avoid a potential collision with a Southwest Airlines jet, the airline said. Alaska Airlines 369, a…
Why travelers are abandoning loyalty programs
Many travelers are questioning their loyalties to airlines and hotels. The government is concerned, too. Just last week, the Department of Transportation launched a probe into the loyalty programs of America’s four…
Carnival sailing becomes cruise to nowhere, cancels only port
A Carnival Cruise Line sailing has canceled its only port, making the voyage a cruise to nowhere due to post-tropical cyclone Francine. “Carnival Valor will return to New Orleans on Friday, Sept….
Want to work on a cruise ship? Here’s what to know
Cruise lines will employ a multinational workforce of nearly 300,000 seafarers in 2024. The most entry-level positions tend to be roles like cabin attendants, dishwashers and laundry workers. Major cruise lines do,…
Rome may require tickets to visit the Trevi Fountain
Rome is considering limiting access to the Trevi Fountain, one of its busiest monuments. The Italian capital is preparing to host the 2025 Jubilee, a year-long Roman Catholic event expected to attract 32…
This adventure cruise company will offer a different way to see Europe
Aurora Expeditions is known for its voyages to wild destinations like Antarctica and the Arctic. The company will offer new adventures beginning in 2026 – this time a bit less remote. Aurora…
Southwest Airlines announces leadership shakeup
Southwest Airlines announced changes to its board including the retirement of its chairman Gary Kelly. The Dallas-based airline said Kelly would voluntarily retire after Southwest’s annual meeting next year. Southwest plans to appoint four…