Monthly Archives: November 2025

Swan Hellenic has announced the expansion of its North American sales team, in a bid to strengthen the company’s presence across the region and provide greater support to its travel partners. Joining the team are two seasoned professionals, Jonathan Cerreta and Kimberly Rhodes, whose extensive industry experience and proven track records in luxury and experiential travel […]

Amtrak has announced its “Winter Wanderlust Sale” for the holiday season. Customers can enjoy discounted fares for travel across the country for a limited time, making it the perfect opportunity to plan a holiday getaway or a scenic winter adventure.   Available for tickets booked from Thursday, Nov. 6 through Thursday, Nov. 13,  2025, travelers […]

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced its highly anticipated sale of the year for Black Friday, offering 50 percent off all cruises plus the guest-favorite “Free at Sea” package, back by popular demand. The limited-time Black Friday sale applies to all Norwegian itineraries and ships, including the soon-to-debut Norwegian Luna. Sailing to nearly 350 destinations […]

Florida is getting even brighter with Spirit Airlines’ yellow planes officially landing at the Southernmost Point. The Florida-based carrier launched the only nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Key West International Airport (EYW), offering a quick, easy alternative to driving for South Floridians. The flights will operate up to three times weekly […]

As the federal government shutdown drags on, air travel is buckling under the strain, with reduced air traffic control staffing driving longer TSA lines, flight delays, and missed connections at major hubs. FAA staffing gaps have triggered multi-hour delays at airports including Orlando, Newark, and Washington Reagan, with officials warning of ground stops when facilities can’t […]

Underscoring Lindblad Expeditions’ continued investment in small-ship exploration along the world’s most storied waterways, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions  announced an expanded 2027–2028 season for its growing collection of river cruise itineraries. The 2027–2028 season marks the most expansive lineup of river itineraries to date, spanning Egypt, India, Vietnam, and Europe. In Europe, Connect will continue to sail down […]

JetBlue has announced new nonstop service to Florida’s Emerald Coast, with flights to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) starting March 5, 2026. The airline will operate five weekly seasonal flights from both Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), connecting travelers to this in-demand destination on Florida’s Panhandle. […]

The Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) new guidance has authorized U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to collect biometrics, including photographs, from all non-U.S. travelers entering and exiting the country, effective December 26. The move gives fresh impetus to CBP’s long-delayed biometric exit system, which the agency expects to be fully implemented at all commercial […]

If it feels like the skies have been a little less friendly lately, there’s a reason. As the federal government shutdown drags on, the Federal Aviation Administration has issued a rare, proactive directive: Beginning Friday, November 7, flight capacity will be reduced by 10% at 40 of the busiest U.S. airports. The move is designed […]

A new study has revealed which airports make layovers less about waiting at the gate and more about waiting at the bar, with Boston topping the list. Upgraded Points analyzed 50 of the largest U.S. airports to identify where travelers can most easily find quality drinks and lively bar scenes before takeoff. “Layovers don’t have […]