Travel Safety - Page 29

June 5, 2025

Flight passengers complain about maskless coughing on board as summer travel heats up

As summer travel begins, debates about mask usage on board flights are intensifying on social media. The CDC advises mask wearing to curb airborne diseases in close quarters like airplanes.

May 30, 2025

What foods does TSA allow travelers to bring in carry-on luggage for flights?

Ellen Pompeo's organic sunflower seeds were flagged by Transportation Security Administration officials, highlighting the agency's food guidelines for carry-on luggage.

May 28, 2025

Duffy urges Senate to pass Big Beautiful Bill's $12.5B air traffic system fix

Transportation Secretary Duffy said the U.S. air traffic system is antiquated and urged the Senate to pass the Big Beautiful Bill which has $12.5 billion earmarked for system upgrades.

May 27, 2025

US warns Venezuela now poses 'highest risk' for American travelers

Venezuela travel warning: U.S. citizens face severe risks including crime, civil unrest, and no consular support. Level 4 advisory issued by the State Department.

May 25, 2025

Airbnb deploys 'anti-party technology' for Memorial Day and Fourth of July weekends

Airbnb enhances its "anti-party technology" to curb disruptive events during Memorial Day and Fourth of July weekends, the company says, affecting travel and party plans nationwide.

May 19, 2025

Americans planning Mexico vacations face new safety concerns as US raises travel advisory

American travelers are urged to stay alert in Mexico as violence is on the rise in tourist hot spots like Cabo, Tulum and La Paz this summer.

May 8, 2025

11 gifts for high school graduates taking a gap year

Graduates planning to travel will appreciate gifts like suitcases, Airbnb gift cards and travel blankets.

May 7, 2025

Flight passengers warn of ‘REAL ID apocalypse’ while others acknowledge Americans can still fly

REAL ID implementation is sparking debate among travelers. While TSA requires compliant IDs for air travel, passengers without them may face additional screening rather than being denied boarding.

May 7, 2025

New travel rules, same confusion: REAL ID raises questions, concerns among college-aged travelers

Students could be adversely impacted by REAL ID, due to either the age requirements for students who recently turned 18 or lack of communication about the enforcement date.

May 6, 2025

Trump admin removes Biden-era transportation safety board vice chair

The White House confirmed Biden-era vice chair of the National Transportation Safety Board was removed from the role.