Hawaii faces higher travel costs as global jet fuel prices spike amid escalating conflict in the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. More than 97 percent of the state’s visitors arrive by air on transpacific routes that rank among the most fuel-intensive worldwide. Airlines have begun raising fares and fuel surcharges, with…
New York City recorded a 3 percent decline in international visitors last year, with the total falling to 12.5 million. Domestic tourism provided an offset, pushing overall visitor numbers slightly higher to 65 million, an increase of less than 1 percent from the prior year. The figures reflect a national trend of reduced foreign arrivals…
Delta Air Lines has temporarily suspended specialty services for House and Senate members amid the ongoing partial government shutdown now in its second month. Airport escorts, red coat assistance, and other priority handling for lawmakers on official travel have ended, with members now treated according to their individual SkyMiles status like regular customers. The dedicated…
United Airlines has announced a major fleet and cabin modernization program focused on premium seating as jet fuel prices climb due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The carrier expects to take delivery of more than 250 new aircraft by April 2028, including Airbus A321neo Coastliner and A321XLR models equipped with expanded lie-flat…
The United States Department of State has updated its travel advisory for Belize to Level 2, advising American citizens to exercise increased caution throughout the country due to violent crime. The advisory specifically designates the south side of Belize City as Level 3, recommending travelers reconsider visits to that area. Popular tourist destinations such as…
President Donald Trump has selected Nick Adams, an Australian-born conservative influencer recognized for his emphasis on traditional masculinity and American exceptionalism, to serve as the special presidential envoy for American tourism, exceptionalism, and values. The State Department updated Adams’ official biography to reflect the appointment, which took effect on March 17. The newly created role…
Delta Air Lines will introduce twice-daily nonstop service between Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport starting November 9. The carrier also plans to expand its seasonal Austin to Bozeman Montana route. The additions enhance connectivity from central Texas to desert and mountain destinations. The Phoenix flights connect passengers to Scottsdale Sedona and…
Ryanair has added multiple direct flights from Irish airports to destinations in Morocco and Egypt for the summer 2026 season. The low-cost carrier introduced new services linking Dublin and other bases to Marrakech, Agadir and Sharm El Sheikh. The expansion increases seat capacity on North African leisure corridors. The routes form part of Ryanair’s broader…
easyJet has established its 11th UK base at Newcastle Airport. The low-cost carrier added eight Airbus A320 family aircraft and now operates up to 86 weekly flights to 22 leisure destinations. New routes launched on March 24 include Antalya, Corfu, Dalaman, Enfidha, Faro, Lisbon, Malta, Nice, Prague, Reus, Rhodes, Rome, Sharm El Sheikh and Tenerife….
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrived at 14 major U.S. airports on March 23 to support security operations. The deployment counters severe Transportation Security Administration officer shortages during the partial government shutdown now in its sixth week. Travelers reported security lines extending for hours with some waits exceeding four hours. Affected airports include Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta,…