Travel Week in Review – May 12th, 2023

If you’re flying to or from destinations like the European Union (E.U.) or Canada and your flight gets delayed or canceled, you’re covered under the strict passenger rights rules entitling you to financial compensation. In the United States, passengers don’t currently have the same legal protections, but the Department of Transportation (DOT) is hoping to change that. The DOT announces “plans to launch a new rulemaking.” Read More…

As of Thursday, COVID-19 is no longer considered a public health emergency. The emergency declaration that was first signed by former president Donald Trump in early 2020 was extended multiple times and gave the federal government the ability to modify rules to get people vaccines and care in order to help fight the pandemic. What You Need To Know: foreign travelers entering the U.S. no longer need a COVID-19 vaccine, vaccine mandate ends for federal workers, and changes apply to land ports and ferries. Read More…

Frustrated with contract negotiations, American Airlines pilots organized under the Allied Pilots Association have authorized a strike, which could affect summer travel plans. Another group of pilots are considering going to the picket line after overwhelmingly approving a strike. Representing unionized pilots at American Airlines, members of the Allied Pilots Association have authorized a nationwide strike, starting with an informational picket. The union opened the vote through the month of April 2023. Read More…

As the weather warms up for summer, so are the travel scammers. Remember, if a deal seems too good to be true, it’s probably because the fine print you forgot to read was written in chicken scratch. Recently, a fake Delta promotion promising $1,000 flight credits to women over 40 has been circulating on social media. Unfortunately, it’s not a real Delta promotion; but a ploy to collect travelers’ personal and sensitive information. Before you book your next summer getaway, be sure to read the fine print. Read More…

Knowing who to tip—along with how much to give and when you should hand over the gratuity—is one of the most stressful parts of traveling. We’re aiming to take the mystery out of tipping. This guide was designed to clear up confusion around tipping the people you most commonly encounter on your travels, from waiters to hotel housekeeping. Tipping expectations vary significantly around the world. These guidelines are based on current US standards for tips. Read More…