As you’re sitting on the plane and waiting for take off, your airline pilot could activate a “ding” sound mid-flight, but what does that sound really mean? In a now-viral video garnering nearly 10 million views, an American Airlines pilot shared insight into what these mysterious “dings” refer to. Known as Captain Steve on TikTok, […]
After a catastrophic fire in 2019, the Notre Dame Cathedral in France hosted its first Mass on Sunday, filling the space with a crowd for the first time in nearly five years. The first Mass was “a moment that transcended religious significance to become a powerful symbol of Paris’ resilience,” the Associated Press (AP) reported. […]
A traveler recently took to Reddit to share a screenshot showing what a Delta gate agent (GA) did to enhance passengers’ comfort on a less-than-full flight. The post in the “r/delta” forum is earning praise for the thoughtful move made by the agent at St. Louis Lambert International Airport in Missouri. “Not a very […]
You might want to reconsider making your Christmas gifts look tree-ready as the TSA could unwrap those presents when you go through a security checkpoint before your flight. In fact, the TSA has its own sort of “naughty-or-nice list” for travelers to take a look at before jetting off on holiday adventures. “In the event […]
The Denver International Airport in Denver, Colorado, has caught the attention of many visitors over the years for its history, art and layout of the buildings. Visit Denver, a platform that markets travel to Denver, has an entire page dedicated to outlining the “myths and legends” associated with the airport. “From lizard people and space […]
Vacationers and short-term rentals using lockboxes in Italy will have to find a new way to check in after a new nationwide ban. This new security push now requires hosts to identify guests in person instead of remote verification as a result of the rampant tourism in the country. “At Airbnb we take security very […]
With the evolution of remote work, many Americans are able to hold down a job from practically anywhere — even from a ship. Virgin Voyages has announced a recently launched annual pass, giving passengers unlimited cruises for an entire year and the opportunity to work remotely while traveling at sea. The pass gives passengers access […]
There’s nothing worse than heading to the airport, ready to take off on your flight and enjoy your vacation, only to be denied the ability to board because you didn’t follow certain important rules. Yana Biryukova, a Dallas-based international flight attendant, took to social media to share an important travel PSA with fliers that “happens […]
A traveler who shared a photo of a man invading her space by placing his foot in front of her on an airplane is sparking a discussion on Reddit. Titled “Why do men do this,” the user wrote in the post, “Manspreading is not just for subways and buses. I mean I was in the […]
Mexican officials may be rocking the boat with visitors by introducing a new tourist tax. A $42 immigration levy for every passenger on cruise ships that dock in Mexico was voted in by the country’s congress last week, the Associated Press (AP) reported. Stewart Chiron, a Miami-based cruise industry expert known as “The Cruise Guy,” […]
An empty 16-story building located in downtown Macon, Georgia, will be the center of a New Year’s Eve celebration to ring in 2025. The former hotel will be blown up as the clock strikes midnight. “We acquired this property to blow it up,” Macon Mayor Lester Miller said in a press release. ‘HOME ALONE’ HOUSE […]
Viral travel hacks have been taking over social media, but some may not be as effective or considered to be ethical. A seat hack is grabbing the attention of Instagram users after a travel enthusiast posted the tip on his personal page, garnering more than 22 million views. Jorden Tually, a 31-year-old Australian content creator, […]