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Marriott leads Hilton by the barest of margins in YouGov’s new U.S. hotel rankings, but the data also shows meaningful differences in what travelers value, and which brands are gaining ground. Based on YouGov BrandIndex data from more than 10,000 U.S. adults, the rankings look at hotel consideration among Americans likely to book a hotel […]

Allegiant Travel Company has added nine new nonstop routes, expanding its network with additional affordable travel options to popular leisure destinations across Florida. Seven of those routes are hyper-seasonal, tailored to meet peak spring travel demand during key local travel periods, including spring breaks and other vacation windows when customers are looking for convenient ways to […]

Advisors with clients flying out of Denver, New Orleans, or Boston may want to keep an eye on their inboxes: Those are among the best airports in the country for scoring a flight deal, according to new rankings from Going. The flight deal platform’s 2026 Top Airports and Airlines for Flight Deals draws on proprietary […]

Heat waves are becoming the new summertime normal across Europe — and while Europe is doing its best to adapt, travelers need to as well. With the following advice in mind, you can enjoy a cool trip despite hot temps. Time your trip with climes in mind. Save July and August for the Alps and […]

Marriott International has launched its Series by Marriott brand in New Caledonia through an expanded partnership with Societe Hoteliere de Noumea (SHN). Three Le Domaine du Pacifique properties—located in Nouméa, the Isle of Pines and Déva—have joined the collection, adding a combined 375 guestrooms. The agreement builds on Marriott and SHN’s relationship of more than […]

Europe accounted for one in every three dollars spent on leisure travel worldwide in 2025, cementing its status as the world’s top leisure destination as millions of travelers fan out across the continent this summer, according to new 2026 Economic Impact Research data from the World Travel & Tourism Council, sponsored by Chase Travel as […]

Following the successful debut of Pecan Lodge’s barbecue platter and smoked brisket sandwich, American Airlines is expanding its partnership with the Texas barbecue restaurant. The popular First Class meal option will be available on all eligible domestic flights departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) beginning Sept. 9. “Customer feedback on the Pecan Lodge […]

Airfare ads could get a little more flexible—but the total ticket price still needs top billing, according to the American Society of Travel Advisors. The association has filed comments with the U.S. Department of Transportation supporting targeted changes to federal airfare advertising rules while opposing the elimination of key consumer protections. The comments address the […]

Thousands of Holland America Line guests gathered on decks across three ships to witness the rare phenomenon of a total solar eclipse this week. Clear skies and strategic positioning led to breathtaking views for guests aboard Nieuw Statendam, Oosterdam and Zuiderdam. “Watching a total solar eclipse unfold at sea was an unforgettable experience” said Captain […]

Beginning March 27, 2027, Delta will launch Austin‘s first-ever nonstop service to Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), becoming the only U.S. airline to offer nonstop service from Austin to Europe. Beyond nonstop access to the City of Light, customers will gain one-stop access to nearly 70 destinations across Europe, India and Africa through Delta’s joint venture […]