Tag: U.S. government

The U.S. State Department has made its visa bond program permanent, requiring travelers from 50 countries to post bonds of up to $20,000 when applying for business or tourist visas.

Now hitting the one-month mark, the government shutdown continues to impact air travel safety while threatening federal programs.

Despite the shutdown, travelers are encouraged to enjoy fall in Washington, DC, including attractions, hotels, restaurants, sports and theater.

Here’s a roundup of the biggest news stories shaping the industry this week, from TSA's new shoe policy to United resuming flights to Israel.