Holiday Travel: Americans Balance Budgets, Distance

Upgraded Points conducted a survey of over 2,300 US adults regarding their travel intentions between Thanksgiving and New Year’s 2025, revealing how various factors are shaping holiday plans. The study found that celebrating at home remains the preference for the Read More …

Flight Cancellations Cause Widespread Travel Disruptions

Thousands of travelers across the United States have been affected by widespread flight cancellations and delays attributed to a combination of bad weather and operational challenges, according to a report published on October 18, 2025. Across two successive days, a Read More …

The World’s Busiest Airports: An Overview

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) has maintained its position as the busiest airport globally, outperforming major international hubs like Dubai (DXB), Tokyo Haneda (HND), Chicago O’Hare (ORD), and London Heathrow (LHR) in October 2025. This standing is determined by total Read More …

Nevada Reigns: America’s New Holiday Hotspot

Nevada has emerged as a premier holiday travel destination in the US, surpassing traditional favorites like Hawaii, Chicago, New Orleans, New York City, and Los Angeles in 2025. This shift signifies a change in American travel preferences, with more travelers Read More …

Yuk: US States See Nine Months Of Tourism Decline

Several US states, including Florida, Texas, Kentucky, Michigan, Illinois, and New Mexico, are experiencing a sustained nine-month decline in tourism throughout 2025. This downturn is attributed to a combination of factors, including rising travel costs, broader economic uncertainty, and increased Read More …

Travelers Plan For Government Shutdown Impacts

A recent survey by Global Rescue reveals a heightened sense of awareness and preparedness among travelers regarding the ongoing U.S. federal government shutdown. The data, compiled through the Fall 2025 Traveler Safety and Sentiment Survey, indicates that travelers are proactively Read More …

Severe Weather Causes Mass Air Travel Disruption

Thousands of passengers are currently stranded across the United States as severe weather has led to significant disruptions in air travel. Major carriers including Delta, American, JetBlue, United, and Alaska Airlines have collectively canceled 231 flights and delayed a substantial Read More …

US Travel Poised For A Bright Future

The latest forecast from the U.S. Travel Association highlights the immense strength and potential of the American travel economy, presenting a clear path toward a decade of extraordinary growth. Travel stands as a dynamic pillar of the nation’s economy, contributing Read More …

Last Year Was Good: US States Celebrate 2024 Record Tourism Growth

A remarkable tourism boom swept across the United States in 2024, with several states achieving historic milestones in visitor numbers and economic impact. West Virginia led a cohort of destinations, including Wyoming, Montana, Georgia, North Carolina, and Washington, that all Read More …