General Travel News - Page 122

July 1

Mom pulls off sneaky airline seat hack that has other travelers in disbelief

A family's tactical approach to claiming an empty row on a flight raises questions about airline seating etiquette as passengers and experts weigh in on the practice.

June 30

East Coast flyers face travel nightmare after weather sparks delays ahead of holiday weekend

East Coast airports face flight disruptions as storms cause delays up to four hours at Newark, three hours at LaGuardia, and 90 minutes at JFK, with about 600 cancellations reported.

June 30

TSA to roll out new security lane, benefits for military service members

The Transportation Security Administration will be reducing TSA PreCheck fees for active-duty service members and Gold Star Families.

June 30

Father leaps into ocean after daughter falls from Disney cruise ship deck: reports

Daughter reportedly falls overboard from Disney Dream cruise ship, prompting father to jump in after her, with Disney Cruise Line crew executing rapid rescue of both passengers

June 30

Flight attendant reveals airplane toilets now play birdsongs to muffle awkward sounds

A flight attendant has revealed that birdsong is now being played in plane bathrooms to hide embarrassing “toilet sounds.”

June 30

Cause of death revealed for hiker influencer found dead in Arizona desert

Social media hiking influencer Hannah Moody's death ruled accidental due to heat exposure despite reportedly carrying five gallons of water with her.

June 30

Viking-era burial site with elite family treasures and gifts discovered, plus an 'unusual casket'

A Viking burial site near Aarhus recently revealed spectacular artifacts including gold thread, beads and coins, which were connected to a high-status family.

June 29

'Shark Week' host warns beachgoers where and when predators are most likely to attack

A shark expert discusses how to safely enjoy ocean swimming while avoiding encounters, noting tracking technology has increased awareness of sharks in coastal waters.

June 29

Flight attendant demands passenger spit out Zyn, leaving travelers confused about policies

Smokeless nicotine pouches exist in a gray area for air travel, with TSA allowing them in luggage but airlines having unclear policies about in-flight use, causing passenger confusion.

June 29

Freak accident at the beach sends teen to ICU as mom warns of waterfront danger

A Hampton Beach diving accident leaves 19-year-old Aiden Sloan with a broken neck and limited mobility after hitting an unseen sandbar, with community rallying to support his recovery.