Jessica Puckett

Here's everything to know about getting flight compensation under the DOT's new rules.

It’s that time of year when our bodies and minds begin screaming for a vacation, unleashing a deep desire to defrost from the winter chill and all the burdens that come with it. While we’d argue there’s never a bad time of the year to book that plane ticket—spring 2024 is looking like an especially good one. That’s because airfares are becoming much more affordable compared to last year; average airfares for March are down 3% compared to 2023, and April airline tickets are 8% cheaper than last y…

We asked aviation experts and airline employees to share their thoughts on the safety of flying in the US.

We asked aviation experts to walk us through the statistics.

A growing list of airlines are integrating AirTag data into their baggage tracking process.

Airline stopovers offer the chance to see an additional city, and come with free hotel stays, sightseeing discounts, and other perks.

The renewed call to impose a two-drink limit at EU airports is ruffling the industry.

Air travel can be a stressful process, from shuffling through the security checkpoint to dealing with flight cancellations and delays. But one stressor that no passenger should have to worry about is the safety credentials of the aircraft they’re on. Fortunately, every year aviation safety site AirlineRatings.com vets air carriers around the globe—monitoring serious safety incidents on 385 airlines—to determine which are the world’s 20 safest. “All airlines have incidents every day, and many are…

Consider this your checklist to avoid travel hiccups in the new year.

If you travel internationally at least a couple times per year, chances are you’ve thought about applying for Global Entry. The program gives members access to an expedited line at US Customs and Immigration checkpoints, allowing them to avoid lengthy wait times that become particularly painful during peak travel seasons. Although the Global Entry application process can take weeks or months to complete in full, it’s a must-have for frequent flyers who want to make their airport experience as co…

When you lose your ID or driver’s license, these are your options for getting onto domestic flights.

Plus, where and how to experience them on your next trip.

How to use the UN Tourism Villages database to uncover off-the-beaten-path travel destinations, from hot springs in Tuscany to tulip fields in Patagonia.

Traverse the verdant English countryside, the dramatic deserts of Saudi Arabia, and the snow-capped Alps.

Including high-tech aircraft, luxe new seats, new airport terminals, and simplified security screening.

Whether you're traveling by car, plane, or train.

Masks on planes: It’s a topic of conversation that has become more and more convoluted in the past year and change. But in the gauntlet of holiday air travel, one of the most challenging factors for fliers to contend with is avoiding getting sick in overcrowded terminals and jam-packed plane cabins. The Christmas season is usually when outbreaks of all sorts of nasty bugs and viruses start peaking across the country. As of the first week of December, at least 15 states plus New York City are exp…

Train journeys are one of the most nostalgic ways to travel, and they become even more romantic in the winter months. Scenic routes become even more majestic when it’s cold outside, transforming into winter wonderlands decked out in white. There’s nothing as comforting as watching flakes of snow fall while cuddled up inside your own luxe sleeper cabin as the train sweeps past frozen rivers, frosty mountains, and picturesque villages. Whether you’re looking for an extended multi-day trip on an ov…

Therapy llamas and alpacas are calming fliers' nerves at this US airport.

The easiest countries to get citizenship offer clear paths to second passports, either by investment or ancestry.