NEW YORK — Racing toward security at John F. Kennedy International and realizing your shampoo may leak is a scenario most travelers know too well. Globetrotters that swap liquids for solid, spill-proof beauty staples can virtually eliminate that stress—especially when flying through New York or any other busy hub where minutes matter.
In a significant move aimed at enhancing passenger rights, Thailand is set to implement a new Flight Delay Law in 2025. This legislation promises to transform the travel experience for both locals and tourists, ensuring that travelers are better protected during unforeseen delays.
Croatia's Dalmatian islands are bracing for a wave of American tourists this summer, fueled by a significant rise in U.S. overnight stays. According to recent data from the Croatian National Tourist Board, overnight stays by U.S. travelers in April 2025 increased by 20% over the same month last year. From January through April, total U.S. overnight stays reached 187,000 — a 14% year-over-year increase.
In a major move to strengthen its global presence in the lifestyle lodging segment, Marriott International announced on April 28, 2025, that it will acquire boutique hotel chain citizenM in a $355 million transaction. The acquisition will eventually integrate citizenM properties into the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program, though specific timelines and benefits for elite members have yet to be detailed.
With the May 7 deadline for Real ID-compliant driver’s licenses fast approaching, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is advising travelers without acceptable identification to arrive at airports approximately three hours early. A TSA spokesperson emphasized that travelers carrying proper IDs should not expect extended security wait times, as individuals without compliant identification will be pulled aside for separate verification.
Ten years ago, I packed a couple drones and a camera for a trip to the Philippines without knowing it would launch my globetrotting career in aerial storytelling. I was just an aspiring fashion photographer back then, but that first aerial shot over the Philippines’ pristine beaches changed everything.
Southwest Airlines has officially entered the world of overnight travel, launching its first five red-eye flights on Thursday night. The inaugural routes departed from Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Phoenix, heading to destinations in the eastern United States.
Southwest Airlines and Icelandair have announced plans to officially launch an interline partnership in February, marking a significant shift for Southwest, which has largely avoided airline partnerships in recent decades. The collaboration builds on a memorandum of understanding the two carriers reached in September.
As families prepare to celebrate the festive season—Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s, or just a winter vacation—airports across the United States are gearing up for a sharp increase in travelers. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) expects holiday travel to be exceptionally busy, based on last year’s data showing December 23 and December 26–29 as peak travel periods.
Below are the latest TSA travel tips, combined with insights from last year’s checkpoint numbers, to help you navigate holiday airport crowds with ease.
