Newark Airport Update: Runway Reopens Early, But Challenges Remain

Travelers flying through Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) may see some relief as a major runway, 4L-22R, reopened on Monday, June 2nd, nearly two weeks ahead of its scheduled June 15th completion. The early reopening of the runway, which had Read More …

Safe At Home: Delta Boosts Access To Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

Delta Air Lines is launching new seasonal nonstop flights from Detroit and Seattle to Albuquerque to coincide with the 53rd Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Airport officials announced Friday that these flights will operate on October 3, 5, 10, and 12, Read More …

US Tourism Declines As Inflation Deters Global Visitors

Several prominent US states, including New York, Nevada, California, Florida, and Michigan, are experiencing a significant downturn in tourism in 2025. This decline is primarily driven by a sharp drop in international arrivals and the impact of rising inflation on Read More …

Copenhagen, AIDA Cruises Spark New Greener Era

On June 2, 2025, Copenhagen marked a significant step towards maritime sustainability with the inauguration of its new shore power plant at the Oceankaj cruise terminal. The event, graced by H.M. King Frederik X of Denmark, saw AIDA Cruises’ AIDAnova Read More …

Holland America European Cruise Adventures Expand

Holland America Line is significantly boosting its Northern Europe cruise offerings for 2027 by adding a third ship, Zuiderdam, to the region. This expansion caters to the high demand from guests eager to explore Scandinavia, Greenland, the Baltics, and the Read More …

American Debuts Brandon Blackwood Amenity Kits

Designer Brandon Blackwood has dressed Hollywood’s hottest stars, racked up industry awards for his handbag and footwear designs, gone viral across social media platforms — and now he’s soaring to new heights with the launch of amenity kits created exclusively Read More …

Etna Erupts: Sicily Braces, Tourism Cautious

Mount Etna, one of Europe’s most active volcanoes, erupted with significant force early Monday morning, sending plumes of ash and volcanic gases high above eastern Sicily. The eruption, described as one of the most intense of 2025, occurred just as Read More …

European Travel Braces for Summer of Strikes

As the peak 2025 summer travel season nears, European travelers face significant potential disruptions due to widespread industrial action across several key countries, including France, Italy, the UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Strikes are anticipated from a broad spectrum of Read More …

Costa Brings Best Of Italy To Sea

Today is “Festa della Repubblica,” Italy’s Republic Day, and Costa Cruises is showcasing all of the authentic Italian touches on board the only Italian-flagged ships. Costa features the Best of Italy on every cruise, delivering an international ambiance and European-centric amenities that Read More …