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Rocky Mountaineer rebrands its U.S. train to Canyon Spirit, expanding the Rockies to Red Rocks route to include Salt Lake City from 2026.

Frontier Airlines announced new product and service enhancements, including free bags, upgraded seating options, and unlimited companion travel, contrasting with Southwest Airlines' recent decision to end their popular free bags program.

The NTSB has recommended a permanent ban on helicopter routes near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport following a January crash, citing safety concerns.

Bill Hornbuckle, CEO of MGM Resorts, has been appointed National Chair of the U.S. Travel Association’s board of directors.

AAA Travel has revealed the top Spring Break 2025 destinations, with Florida cities leading domestically and Rome topping internationally. Travel prices have increased across flights, hotels, and car rentals.

Mexico welcomed over 45 million international tourists in 2024, nearing pre-pandemic levels, with a 7.4% increase from 2023 and a 6% rise in tourism revenue. Average spending per tourist slightly decreased, while air and cruise arrivals saw notable increases.

Amtrak announced a limited-time sale for its Auto Train with fares starting at $39 for adults and $19.50 for children, valid for travel between Sanford, Florida, and Lorton, Virginia, from February to July.

Spirit Airlines rejected Frontier's revised $2.16 billion acquisition offer, which was similar to an earlier proposal but with fewer conditions; Spirit countered with a demand for $600 million in debt and $1.185 billion in equity.

A New Jersey man, Luis Vaquero, was arrested for allegedly threatening flight crew, passengers, and a disabled minor on a flight from Miami to Newark after being denied more alcohol; he was escorted off the plane by law enforcement.

Passengers on a Frontier Airlines flight from Denver to Houston subdued a rowdy male passenger who broke a plane window mid-flight, and despite the situation, the plane continued to its destination without an emergency landing.