Airbnb promotion will let users play gladiator in Rome's Colosseum
A new deal between Airbnb and the Roman Colosseum will let eight people and their plus-ones participate in faux gladiator fights at the ancient amphitheater.
FAA prohibits US airlines from flying to Haiti after plane hit by gunfire
In response to escalating gang violence in Port-au-Prince, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has temporarily banned flights to Haiti, limiting crucial humanitarian aid access.
The best places to go for Thanksgiving 2024, according to research
If you’re planning to travel for Thanksgiving here are some of the top destinations to consider for the holiday break.
Atlanta Delta flight to DC diverted to NC due to 'odor'
A Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Washington D.C. was forced to divert to a North Carolina airport due to a smell in the cabin.
Amtrak train hits trespasser on tracks in Virginia, service resumes
An Amtrak train traveling from New Orleans to New York was involved in a collision with a trespasser on the tracks in North Springfield on Monday afternoon, Amtrak officials reported.
FAA announces nearly $1B in aid for airport renovations: See the list
Over 100 airports nationwide are receiving money to upgrade their facilities. See if an airport in your area makes the list.
Halloween movie lovers can road trip along the east coast to these creepy sites
From Lizzie Borden's home to 'The Conjuring' house, check out these Halloween road trip stops along the East Coast.
Thanksgiving and holiday travel trends in 2024: What you need to know
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, U.S. airlines carried 853 million passengers in 2022, which was up from 658 million in 2021. The Sunday after Thanksgiving annually ranks as one the busiest and hectic days to fly in the entire year.
Royal Caribbean is raising gratuity rates next month – here's what to know
The cruise line says the rate change will take effect on Nov. 1.
Icon of the Seas, world's largest cruise ship, sets sail: See inside
Icon of the Seas has 20 decks, 18 of which are accessible to guests, with 2,350 crew members, 2,805 staterooms and the capacity for 5,610 guests.
Need a vacation? Here are the destinations with the biggest airfare price drops
Several international beach destinations have seen big airfare price drops over the past year, according to a new report from the flight comparison site SkyScanner.
Northern Virginia's most dangerous streets revealed: new study
A new report is highlighting some of Northern Virginia’s most dangerous streets in an effort to raise awareness about traffic safety for both pedestrians and drivers.
Cruise ship finally sets sail on world voyage after 4-month delay
After a four-month delay in Belfast, cruise passengers aboard the Odyssey have finally begun their 3½-year around-the-world voyage.
Helene leads to flight cancellations, delays at airports across US; nothing significant in DC area
Hurricane Helene, which weakened to a tropical storm Friday, led to large numbers of cancellations and delays at airports across the country – but nothing significant was seen in the Washington, D.C. region.
Five-hour flight to nowhere: American Airlines turns back with no clear reason
An American Airlines flight from Dallas to Seoul turned around five hours into the trip due to a maintenance issue, leaving passengers confused as the crew gave no immediate explanation.
Yelp's 20 most popular - and photographed - places in America
Yelp is celebrating 20 years of online reviews with a spotlight on its most beloved places.
Travelers will need 'permission' and a fee to visit the UK
Tourists will now have to fork over a fee if they're not British or Irish citizens under the British government's new travel requirements.
New nonstop routes from Dulles Airport include Ogdensburg, South Bend, Provo, and Vero Beach
Breeze Airways, a low-cost premium leisure carrier, has been awarded its first Essential Air Service contract, launching daily flights between Ogdensburg, NY, and Washington Dulles International Airport.
Hotels share wackiest room service orders and the crazy things guests leave behind
A survey of 400 hotels reveals wacky room service requests, unusual personal items left behind and the hotel perks you didn’t know you needed.
Disney Cruise Line will no longer accept photocopies of guest birth certificates
Disney Cruise Line sent passengers booked for upcoming cruises an email about the policy change.