AAA: Traveler confidence rebounding in 2022 as COVID-19 cases drop
Based on the responses, AAA cites the boost in travel confidence is due to the COVID-19 vaccine, among other factors.
Hawaii to drop COVID-19 travel quarantine rules this month
Hawaii is the only U.S. state to implement a coronavirus quarantine program of this kind.
Florida teen who tracked Elon Musk’s plane now tracking jets of Russian billionaires
The new account was launched as prominent Russians come under pressure over the invasion of Ukraine and already has over 127,000 followers.
Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Carnival cruise lines to ease mask mandates
Three major cruise lines are dropping onboard mask mandates as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to trend downward in the U.S.
Mexican beach resort shooting leaves 2 people dead, 1 injured, officials say
Two men were killed and a third was injured Saturday night after members of suspected rival drug cartels opened fire at a popular Mexican beach resort, officials say.
US cities with the worst traffic congestion, according to GPS data
Between 2019 and 2021, traffic congestion has slowly increased as more businesses resume in-office operations and COVID-19 restrictions continue to lessen.
Alaska Airlines launches flight-subscription service to 16 West Coast cities
Alaska Airlines launched a subscription service for West Coast travel. Flight Pass members can fly up to 24 round-trip flights a year between 16 cities, including Los Angeles, Phoenix and Las Vegas.
Austin RV Expo takes over Austin Convention Center
The Austin RV Expo has hundreds of RVs, travel trailers, sprinter vans, and more while offering a chance to learn more about opportunities and life on the road.
FAA sends 80 unruly airline passenger cases to FBI for possible criminal prosecution
Since January, there have been 499 reported cases of unruly airline passengers.
Rising gas prices: Ways to maximize your fuel economy
As gas prices continue to climb, here are some tips and tricks to help save you money and maximize your fuel economy.
Texas sues CDC to stop mask mandates on planes
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and state Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Irving, are suing the Biden administration to end mask mandates on planes.
Virgin Galactic reopens spaceflight ticket sales
Tickets cost $450,000 and all reservations will require a $150,000 deposit to secure a spot, according to the company.
TikTok content creator redefining Black travel and body inclusivity
Local Black travel blogger and influencer Jeff Jenkins is at the forefront of encouraging others who look like him to get out and travel.
Over 130,000 Russian troops now staged outside Ukraine, US official says
A U.S. official updated the Biden administration's estimate for how many Russian forces are now staged near Ukraine's borders to more than 130,000, up from the more than 100,000 the U.S. has cited publicly in previous weeks.
Trucker protest: Canadian judge orders end to blockade on Ambassador Bridge
A Canadian judge has ordered protesters at the Ambassador Bridge over the U.S.-Canadian border to end the 5-day-old blockade that has disrupted the flow of goods between the two countries and forced the auto industry on both sides to roll back production.
Trucker protest could impact Super Bowl fans, officials warn
The Department of Homeland Security has warned local law enforcement that truckers protesting COVID-19 restrictions in the U.S. could potentially impact the Super Bowl this weekend.
FAA: 28 planes hit with lasers near SEA this week
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating after crews from nearly three dozen flights reported getting hit with a laser near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport within the last three weeks.
Smithsonian Museum is asking for pictures from Disney vacations
The Smithsonian National Museum of American History is asking for vacation photos from Disneyland in California or Disney World in Florida.
Flying AirCar gets airworthiness certification
AirCar completed 70 hours of rigorous flight tests involving full range of flight and performance maneuvers as well as demonstrated static and dynamic stability.
Norwegian Cruise Line to drop face mask requirements
Norwegian Cruise Line said it will no longer require guests and crew members to wear face masks on board starting March 1, according to the company's website.