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More than one million checked bags have been mishandled by U.S. airlines in the first six months of 2026, according to newly released government figures. The latest Air Travel Consumer Report, issued by the US Department of Transportation in August, contains new data covering flight delays, cancellations, baggage, wheelchairs and scooters, oversales and consumer complaints. […]

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa is giving its namesake tower a $107 million makeover, with work touching every guestroom and suite, the guest room corridors, and the tower’s main lobby, known as The Living Room. Construction begins September 13, and renovated rooms will come online floor by floor starting in October 2026 — worth keeping […]

Alaska Airlines is commemorating 40 years in San Diego with a major milestone: the launch of the carrier’s 50th nonstop from San Diego International Airport. The new seasonal route to Loreto, Mexico, takes off Dec. 19, just in time for a warm winter escape to one of Mexico’s most tranquil coastal destinations. Tickets are available now […]

At Nexion Travel Group’s annual conference CoNexion, held this year in Austin, TX, Nexion’s President Jackie Friedman publicly announced her decision to retire. Friedman will continue to lead the company until her official retirement date in Spring 2027. “It has been an incredible honor to help Nexion become the best host agency in the travel […]

Norwegian Cruise Line’s long-awaited waterpark on Great Stirrup Cay is officially in business. Great Tides Waterpark welcomes its first cruise guests with a grand opening celebration September 4, following a preview event earlier this month on the line’s 270-acre private Bahamian island. The nearly six-acre park is anchored by the 170-foot Tidal Tower, home to […]

United has launched a new, time-saving benefit for customers: the ability to order food, drinks and other travel essentials in advance through the United app and have their order waiting at the gate. The airline is testing the new service on select flights departing from or connecting through up to nine designated gates in Terminal […]

Carnival Cruise Line has launched Carnival Rewards, a new loyalty program that awards both redeemable points and status based on how much guests spend with the line rather than solely on how often they sail. The program replaces Carnival’s Very Important Fun Person Club, which determined status by nights sailed for more than a decade, […]

Allegiant Travel Company has added two new year-round nonstop routes from Flint Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), with limited time one-way fares as low as $69*. Due to popular demand, the airline is also adding flights to two existing routes from FNT to Sarasota Bradenton International […]

Travelers seeking a flavorful fall retreat at Walt Disney World Resort can find special rates starting at $125 per night plus tax, available to book now through Nov. 13, and stay now through Dec. 18, at Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels. Ideal for Florida residents, annual passholders and driving-distance guests, Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels […]

Travelers grabbing a latte before boarding are paying a premium of more than 26% on average — and at some airports, the markup climbs past 50%, according to a new study from Upgraded Points. The travel research site compared pretax prices of five common Starbucks menu items — a grande brewed coffee, a grande Caffè […]