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04.06.2026 09:17

Event-Led Travel Is Reshaping American Summer Vacation Plans

New Allianz Partners data shows Americans are building summer trips around concerts, sports, cruises, wellness retreats and other experiences, changing how travelers should plan flights, hotels and protection.

04.06.2026 07:20

American Airlines’ Starlink Deal Raises the Bar for In-Flight Wi-Fi

American Airlines plans to install Starlink Wi-Fi on more than 500 narrowbody aircraft beginning in Q1 2027, changing expectations for U.S. domestic and short-haul international flyers.

04.06.2026 06:15

Southwest’s Ontario-Honolulu Launch Adds Fresh Capacity to the California-Hawaii Travel Market

Southwest begins Ontario-Honolulu service on June 4, adding Southern California-Hawaii capacity as Hawaii visitor spending rises and U.S. West demand shifts.

04.06.2026 05:16

CBP’s ESTA Social Media Rethink Eases One Risk for U.S.-Bound Travelers

CBP is weighing a narrower ESTA social media screening plan after industry pushback. Here is what U.S.-bound travelers and travel companies should know.

04.06.2026 04:17

Boston Logan’s Remote Terminal Gives U.S. Airports a New Way to Fight Congestion

Boston Logan’s new Framingham remote terminal lets select Delta and JetBlue passengers check bags and clear TSA before reaching BOS, offering a new model for U.S. airport congestion.

04.06.2026 03:16

Airline Satisfaction Is Rising, but Summer Costs Still Test U.S. Flyers

New J.D. Power, ACSI and Airlines for America updates show U.S. airline satisfaction improving, even as fuel costs, fares and summer disruption risks keep pressure on travelers.

04.06.2026 02:15

New DOT Passenger Rights Summary Rule Gives U.S. Flyers a Clearer Disruption Checklist

A new DOT rule will require airlines serving the U.S. to post one-page passenger rights summaries covering delays, cancellations, baggage and denied boarding. Here is what changes for...

04.06.2026 01:14

IPW 2026 Puts U.S. Inbound Travel Recovery Back in the Spotlight

IPW 2026 in Fort Lauderdale drew nearly 5,000 delegates and renewed attention on U.S. inbound travel, airport demand, hotels and destination marketing.

04.06.2026 00:16

Thailand’s Visa-Free Rollback Adds New Planning Risk for U.S. Travelers

Thailand approved ending its 60-day visa-free stay. U.S. travelers planning longer trips should watch the effective date and visa options.

03.06.2026 23:16

Alaska’s Seattle-Europe Push Gives West Coast Travelers New Summer Options

Alaska Airlines has launched new Seattle routes to London and Reykjavik after Rome, giving U.S. West Coast travelers more Europe options through SEA.

03.06.2026 22:20

Viking’s CEO Transition Signals Continuity as Premium Cruise Demand Stays Strong

Viking’s founder Torstein Hagen has moved to executive chairman as Leah Talactac becomes CEO, while strong bookings point to continued demand in premium cruising.

03.06.2026 21:17

AI Search Is Moving U.S. Travel Planning Before the Booking Site

Google AI Mode and generative AI travel tools are changing how U.S. travelers research trips, compare hotels and reach booking sites. Here is what it means for travelers...