The holiday season is upon us, and if you’re planning a trip, there’s a serious safety factor you might not even think about: carbon monoxide poisoning in hotels and vacation rentals. A relatively inexpensive device can save your life. Consumer Reports recently reviewed portable CO devices. Its experts tell you which ones can keep you … Read more
Travel trends in 2026 include immersive and experiential travel as well as mindfulness, wellness, exotic travel and a focus on authenticity, nature and cultural interaction. Add one more to the mix – skill set. Skillcation is a combination of skill + vacation. While traditional vacations tend to focus on relaxing or sightseeing, the skill sets … Read more
When it came to flying, I was someone who would do anything to save money. I spent months looking for a cheap flight, booking on discounted flights, and putting in multiple layovers that took up hours of travel time. Loading audio description… This worked for me – until it didn’t. Once I started traveling with … Read more
Different denominations of the euro currency. Index of Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. moneygoods accepted by general consent as a form of economic exchange. It is the means by which prices and values are determined; as money, it circulates anonymously from one person to another and from one country to another, thus facilitating trade, and it is … Read more
Here are links to this week’s readings and financial information: Self-check TSA to prevent air travel from malfunctioning budget. Chris Edwards of Cato he writes that the TSA ran out of money and followed the long lines at security shows a recurring problem:Federal budget wars have caused financial damage to the airline industry. The solution … Read more
Traveling with children is very stressful for parents, but teenagers with flight anxiety can add to the fear for mum and dad – not to mention other passengers. Travel anxiety and fear of flying are very common in children, Dr. Katie Hurley, vice president of community affairs at The Jed Foundation (JED), explained to The … Read more
The regional marketing organization New York City Tourism + Conventions has released its 2025 Annual Report on tourism in New York City. Data shows that tourist numbers and spending are up compared to 2024, proving the city’s resilience in a tough market. In 2025, the US tourism industry went through difficult times. Industry participants have … Read more
Item 1 of 3 A United Airlines commercial jet takes off from Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles, California, US, November 6, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo [1/3]A United Airlines commercial jet takes off from Los Angeles International Airport, California, US, November 6, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo Purchase Licensing Rightsopens a new tab High oil pushes … Read more
Mickey Lyons is waiting to book his next vacation – at least until the prices drop. Loading audio description… “I can’t believe I’m saying this,” said the 53-year-old Detroit resident. “But I’m thinking of driving across the border to Windsor, Ontario, and taking a 12-hour train ride to Montreal rather than deal with the airport … Read more
Looking back at consumer discretionary – travel and vacation providers’ Q4 earnings, we examine the quarter’s best performers, including Viking (NYSE:VIK) and its peers. The Consumer Discretionary sector, by definition, is made up of companies that sell non-essential goods and services. When economic conditions worsen or tastes change, consumers can easily reduce or eliminate these … Read more