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The Busiest Travel Days Around Thanksgiving

The Busiest Travel Days Around Thanksgiving

  • Sally French

Thanksgiving week draws major airport crowds, so it can be a brutal time to travel. And in 2024, the number of passengers screened in U.S. airports has already reached all-time highs multiple times. Because the Sunday after Thanksgiving is usually the busiest airport day of the entire year, …

Where Americans Are Traveling in 2024: By the Numbers

Where Americans Are Traveling in 2024: By the Numbers

  • Sam Kemmis

Americans are traveling abroad in droves. The number of U.S. citizens flying to international destinations reached nearly 6.5 million passengers in March, according to the International Trade Administration. That’s the highest March total in over five years and shows that the post-pandemic “…

5 marvelous, historic sporting venues that will be used in the 2024 Paris Olympics

5 marvelous, historic sporting venues that will be used in the 2024 Paris Olympics

  • Sally French, NerdWallet

While the 2024 Paris Olympics will rely on purpose-built venues to host some sports, as well as an Olympic Village and media village, these Olympics are set to feature the city’s heritage.

Which airline has been the most reliable in 2023?

Which airline has been the most reliable in 2023?

  • JT Genter, NerdWallet

Although U.S. airlines this year hadn't experienced the kinds of mass cancellations and operational breakdowns that plagued the industry in 2022, carriers continued to struggle.

These are the busiest days to fly during the winter holidays

These are the busiest days to fly during the winter holidays

  • Sally French, NerdWallet

Here’s a breakdown of the best and worst days to fly during the winter holidays, and how you can strategize to avoid crowds and save money.

More Travelers Are Using Buy Now, Pay Later for Holiday Trips

More Travelers Are Using Buy Now, Pay Later for Holiday Trips

  • Sean Cudahy

The holidays are fast approaching, and the time to book holiday flights is even closer. But as travelers securing end-of-year trip reservations begin to reach for their wallets, another payment option is on the table.A growing list of airlines offers travelers the chance to buy expensive fli…

Concerts Help Drive Demand for Travel in 2023

Concerts Help Drive Demand for Travel in 2023

  • Sally French

Jim Wang scored tickets for Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour in Pittsburgh, which he paid $800 for. And since Swift’s concert at Acrisure Stadium was about a four-hour drive from his home in Fulton, Maryland, he'd need overnight accommodations, too.Wang is just one of a growing group of people w…

An Airbnb, Vrbo or other rental host ghosted you. Now what?

An Airbnb, Vrbo or other rental host ghosted you. Now what?

    Careful pre-trip research can't always prevent ghosting, but backup plans during any trip are critical.

    3 little-known packing hacks that leave room for souvenirs

    3 little-known packing hacks that leave room for souvenirs

      Here are a few tips that help avoid overpacking and make room for souvenirs.

      Airfares are back to normal — so why do they feel so high?

      Airfares are back to normal — so why do they feel so high?

        June 2023 airfares were 18.9% lower than what they were in June 2022, according to July 2023 consumer price index data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

        Never Pack These Things In Your Carry-On Bag

        Never Pack These Things In Your Carry-On Bag

          The TSA has a mission to “Protect the nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce,” according to its website. So, here are a few items you should avoid packing in your carry on for a more seamless airport experience.

          How to Protect Yourself Against Airplane Ear

          How to Protect Yourself Against Airplane Ear

            Flights are amazing! Thanks to the convenience of air travel we can find ourselves anywhere in the world within a day, we can eat incredible food while watching quality movies, cuddled up with either family or people we don’t know in our row. But it’s not all great. Airplane ear really throw…

            US Airfare Prices Drop: Book Your Flights Now

            US Airfare Prices Drop: Book Your Flights Now

              Airfare prices in the US have been high in recent years due to rising fuel prices and increased travel demand caused by the pandemic. However, prices started dipping in June 2022 and dropped another 18.9% by June 2023, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

              If You Have a Fear of Flying You Can Now Call a Real-Life Pilot to Calm You Before You Travel

              If You Have a Fear of Flying You Can Now Call a Real-Life Pilot to Calm You Before You Travel

                If simply seeing an airplane elicits feelings of fear and dread, you might have aerophobia or an extreme fear of flying. But travel is something we just have to do sometimes and if you’re one of the estimated 3% to 6% of Americans who have that fear there may now be something to help assuage…

                Pack These Medicines For Your Next Vacation

                Pack These Medicines For Your Next Vacation

                Health issues can strike anywhere, even on vacation. Headaches, colds and stomach pains are not uncommon while traveling.

                Looking for the Cheapest Weeklong Disney Vacation? Consider This

                Looking for the Cheapest Weeklong Disney Vacation? Consider This

                For budget-conscious fans, options for taking a Disney vacation are slim. Disney ticket prices can add up quickly, and paying extra for line-skipping privileges like Lightning Lane and Genie+ is practically imperative for a memorable trip.Then, there’s food, hotels and other inevitable add-ons, from Mickey Mouse ears to princess makeovers. Yet hidden within the realm...

                6 Airplane Etiquette Rules You Should Always Follow

                6 Airplane Etiquette Rules You Should Always Follow

                Travel search engine Kayak surveyed 1,000 people to determine the unspoken rules you should always follow when flying.

                5 ideas for a Barbie dream vacation this summer

                5 ideas for a Barbie dream vacation this summer

                If you want to travel to your own Barbie dream world, here are the best Barbie-inspired trips you can take this summer:

                Must Have Items Parents Can’t Travel Without

                Must Have Items Parents Can’t Travel Without

                Are you feeling brave enough to travel with your kid? The don’t forget to bring these must-have items with you. Parents have spoken! And after hours of no sleep and figuring out the nuances of what it means to be someone’s mom or dad, they’ve concluded they won’t ever take another trip witho…

                Summer Travel Predictions by Experts With Numbers That Don’t Lie

                Summer Travel Predictions by Experts With Numbers That Don’t Lie

                The summer travel season has begun and these experts share their vacationer predictions. Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has the story!

                9 of the most unusual things confiscated by TSA agents

                9 of the most unusual things confiscated by TSA agents

                Flagged items tend to be oversized bottles of liquids, gels, aerosols, lighters, or sharp objects. But occasionally, TSA gets an item that would shock even the most seasoned agent.

                Nine of the most charming airports in America for your consideration | PennyWise Podcast

                Nine of the most charming airports in America for your consideration | PennyWise Podcast

                Want to get away but not thrilled with flying? These nine airports will likely offer you a pleasant experience. 

                Elevate Your Elevation by Following These Travel Hacks

                Elevate Your Elevation by Following These Travel Hacks

                Wouldn’t we all love to fly private for the price of economy? Well, there’s a saying that goes, fake it until you make it! Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has the story!

                Claim Your Luggage First: Tips for Expedited Arrival

                Claim Your Luggage First: Tips for Expedited Arrival

                Struggling with long waits at the baggage carousel? Here are some tips to receive your checked luggage promptly.

                Here's What To Do If You're Next To a Problematic Passenger On A Plane

                Here's What To Do If You're Next To a Problematic Passenger On A Plane

                According to new analysis by the International Air Transport Association, unruly-passenger incidents on airplanes increased 47% from 2021 to 2022.   Here are some tips from experts on what to do if you end up next to a problematic passenger.

                How to Make the Most of a Fancy Hotel

                How to Make the Most of a Fancy Hotel

                Traveling is fun. Traveling in style is even better. Sure, we don’t get to do it often but we finally save up our pennies or pool together those credit card points and get ourselves some fancy accommodation, we really ought to make the most of it. Yair Ben-Dor has more.

                $10,000 could land you that lighthouse you've always wanted

                $10,000 could land you that lighthouse you've always wanted

                If you've ever dreamed of moving into your own lighthouse, then the government might just help that dream come true.

                10 most beautiful train rides in the U.S.

                10 most beautiful train rides in the U.S.

                The US is filled with wonderous locations for a great getaway.

                Expect big crowds for the summer travel season — and big prices, too

                Expect big crowds for the summer travel season — and big prices, too

                The unofficial start of the summer travel season is here, with airlines hoping to avoid the chaos of last year and travelers scrounging for ways to save a few bucks on pricey airfares and hotel rooms.

                Taking the kids: Where are your summer adventures going to take you?

                Taking the kids: Where are your summer adventures going to take you?

                Are you ready? Memorial Day weekend traditionally kicks off the summer vacation season. And, boy, do we all need one.

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