May 19 Flight passenger spots cockroaches crawling in airplane cabin: 'Never again' After a passenger found roaches on a Spirit Airlines flight, she shared footage online. Spirit Airlines inspected the aircraft and said it maintains a commitment to cleanliness.
May 19 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 15 Major airline holding flights to accommodate flyers with connections American Airlines is rolling out tech to delay flights for connecting passengers, starting at Dallas-Fort Worth and then expanding to other hubs this summer.
May 15 Flight passengers may face big hurdles during Memorial Day weekend travels Record Memorial Day travel expected with 45.1 million Americans traveling. AAA notes air travel rise as travel experts advise caution at New York airports.
May 14 Mexico rolls back its controversial new tax on cruise ship visitors Mexico's cruise tax starts at $5, rising to $21 by 2028, potentially affecting passenger choices. The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association supports the fee for its community benefits.
May 14 Flight passenger brings up 'vaping in the bathroom,' sparking debate about on-board actions Flyer takes to Reddit to ask whether flight attendant can tell if passengers vape while in the bathroom on a plane, sparking a debate. A travel expert weighed in.
May 13 Hotels can no longer hide this one thing from travelers A new FTC regulation mandates that hotels disclose all fees upfront, eliminating hidden resort charges. Travelers gain clarity on total costs when booking their stays.
May 7 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 Newark airport disruptions leave airline flyers scrambling as experts share tips for not being 'stranded' Newark airport is struggling with radar issues, staffing shortages and construction delays — and travel experts recommend alternative airports as passengers report significant flight disruptions.
May 6 REAL ID documents held up in mail according to Americans who enrolled before deadline Americans are scrambling as the REAL ID deadline looms. Travelers experiencing mail delays with new IDs can use passport alternatives for domestic flights when standard licenses become invalid.
