Virgin Voyages Offers Assurance Amid Flight Cancellation Crisis

Amid severe flight disruptions caused by the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, Virgin Voyages has introduced a flexible solution to support affected cruise travelers. The cruise line has confirmed that guests who are unable to reach their departure port due to Read More …

Virgin Voyages Offers Cruise Credit For Canceled Flights

Virgin Voyages has publicly announced support for passengers affected by the ongoing U.S. airline delays and cancellations stemming from the government shutdown. Recognizing that many cruisers rely on air travel to reach their departure ports, the cruise line has offered Read More …

Major US Hubs Face Slow Tourism Recovery

The fallout from the recent federal government shutdown continues to impact the U.S. travel industry, causing a prolonged tourism slump in states vital to the national economy, including Texas, Illinois, Georgia, Colorado, and New York. Although the government has reopened Read More …

Aviation Recovery Requires Time After Shutdown Ends

The impending resolution of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history is a cause for celebration, yet travelers must remain prepared for continued flight disruptions, even after a deal is finalized. While Congress is making positive strides toward reopening the Read More …

Record Travelers Flying Despite Major Service Cuts

Over 31 million Americans are projected to fly during the upcoming Thanksgiving travel period, setting an all-time high for air travel during this holiday. This record number, calculated by Airlines for America, translates to carriers expecting to move an average Read More …

Senate Moves Closer To End Government Shutdown

The Senate has taken a critical step toward potentially ending the ongoing government shutdown, which has persisted as the longest in U.S. history. Republican leaders are now attempting to swiftly push a federal funding bill after the Senate advanced the Read More …

Airlines Implement FAA Order Amid Shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated a mandate to cut thousands of flights across the U.S. starting Friday, November 7, as the government shutdown continues, leading to air traffic controller shortages. This measure, implemented at 40 “high impact” airports, Read More …

An Update From Scott Kirby To United Employees

I thought this was a great example of United’s proactive way of doing business: United team: Earlier today, the FAA and DOT directed every airline to reduce their schedules during the government shutdown, across 40 domestic airports. The FAA’s goal Read More …

Shutdown Forces Unprecedented Flight Cuts, Traveler Chaos Looms

The ongoing, historically long government shutdown is now creating intolerable levels of disruption for travelers, as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been forced to mandate a drastic 10% cut in flights at dozens of the nation’s busiest airports. This Read More …