Travel Resilience: Navigating Flight Storms

In the midst of the bustling summer travel season, a wave of impressive resilience is shining through as major U.S. airports and airlines navigate the natural ebbs and flows of weather. While recent thunderstorms have presented some exciting challenges, causing 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 …

British Isles This Summer? Strike Looms At Edinburgh, Glasgow Airports

A significant threat of strike action looms over Scotland’s two largest airports, Edinburgh and Glasgow, potentially causing widespread disruption during the peak summer holiday season. The Unite union has issued a stark warning following the overwhelming rejection of separate pay Read More …

Newark Outages Cause Widespread US Chaos

Here are four important points from this situation: While recent technical issues at Newark Liberty International Airport have presented some challenges, affecting travel in major hubs like Philadelphia, Boston, Atlanta, and Chicago, this situation is bringing crucial attention to the Read More …

Italy Travel Disruptions Ahead This Week

Today we have another reason to come to your embarkation port a a few days before sailing and/or linger a while after the cruise is over: massive travel disruptions. Starting Monday, Europe’s travel network faces significant disruptions as EasyJet pilots Read More …

Belgium Strikes & Rail Disruptions Threaten Travel

Belgium is bracing for a period of significant travel disruption as a series of strikes and industrial actions are set to impact the nation throughout February and March. Travelers planning to visit the country are strongly advised to prepare for Read More …

UK Snow, Ice, Floods Cause Travel Chaos

The UK is battling a wave of extreme winter weather, with heavy snow, ice, and severe flooding causing widespread disruption. Major incidents have been declared in Leicestershire and Lincolnshire due to extensive flooding, requiring numerous rescues and evacuations. Tragically, a Read More …

Study: Weather-Delayed Airports During the Holidays

Upgraded Points’ newest survey reveals the U.S. airports most impacted by weather-related delays, based on historical data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS). Examining delays from November through January, the study helps holiday travelers prepare for potential weather disruptions and Read More …

Happy Labor Day – Flight Attendants Go On Strike

United Airlines flight attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), have voted with an overwhelming 99.99% approval for strike authorization, with over 90% of the membership participating. This vote, which took place across various airports with informational pickets, Read More …