Robert Curley
Southwest Airlines Will Start Assigned Seating
Open passenger seating—a hallmark of Southwest Airlines’ customer experience for more than half a century—will go away in early 2026.
Cannes Bans Port Calls by Large Cruise Ships
Cannes, famous for its annual film festival, wants to see cruise ship port calls become less numerous, less big and less polluting.
Brand USA May Lose 80% of Its Funding
Brand USA may have a lot less money at its disposal to promote travel to the U.S., which is already taking a hit.
Visitation to Las Vegas Drops 5.1 Percent in April
Las Vegas has seen year-over-year visitation decline every month so far this year, including an overall decline in April tourism visits.
Southwest Airlines Goes from Zero to $35-$45 for Checked Bags
For decades, no fees for a first or second checked bag was a pillar of Southwest Airlines’ brand. No more.
Flight Reductions Proposed at Newark Over Ongoing Safety Issues
DOT may reduce the number of flights at Newark International Airport in response to concerns about congestion and safety.
Airline Introduces New Fix for Reclining Seat Debate
Being on the receiving end of a fully reclined airline seat can run the gamut between insignificant to intrusive.
Crashes Spotlight Ongoing Air Traffic Controller Shortage
Recent crashes and near-misses have the flying public worried about the safety of air travel amid mass firings of FAA workers.
FTC Rule Mandates Upfront Disclosure of Hotel Add-On Fees
Hidden fees that significantly increase the cost of a hotel stay could soon disappear, thanks to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
A Push for Hurricane Relief Funding
States affected by Hurricane Helene are still waiting for Congress to deliver key disaster-relief funding, the U.S. Travel Association says.
FCCA Warns About Mexico’s Plan to Tax Cruise Passengers
The head of the FCCA noted it would confuse travelers and could potentially dampen investment in cruise ports and discourage port calls.
Spirit Airlines Declares Bankruptcy, Will Continue Flying
Discount carrier Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a failed merger attempt with Frontier Airlines.
Hurricanes Milton and Helene: How to Help
Help the victims of hurricanes Milton and Helene by donating to a list of vetted charities reviewed by the nonprofit Charity Navigator.
Heathrow Again Tops List of Most Connected Global Airports
Heathrow International Airport (LHR) continues to be the most connected airport in the world, according to the OAG Megahubs 2024 report.
