News tagged airlines

Free Wi-Fi in the Sky: Southwest Makes Air Travel Sweeter for Rapid Rewards Members

Southwest Airlines is turning heads with its latest announcement: starting October 24, 2025, Rapid Rewards loyalty members can enjoy free Wi-Fi on all Southwest flights. In partnership with T-Mobile, this major upgrade is set to connect travelers across the entire fleet and could spark a ripple effect in airline perks industry-wide. But, will it always work as smoothly as promised? Let’s break it down for every type of flyer.

September 7, 2025

Labor Day 2025: Why Your Airport Adventure Might Be One for the Books

The FAA predicts the busiest Labor Day weekend for air travel in 15 years, with more people than ever eager to end summer on a high note. But before you pack those bags, here's what this could mean for your trip—good, bad, and everything in between.

August 31, 2025

Ready, Set, Ryanair: What Summer 2025 Could Hold for European Travelers

Ryanair's recent updates point to a potentially strong, traveler-friendly summer in 2025, with new routes, steady fares, and fresh destinations. Here's what European jet-setters could expect—and what to watch out for—as Ryanair expands into Albania and Sweden.

August 14, 2025

Travel Plans Upset: What China Southern Airlines’ Mass Cancellations Mean for Your Next Trip

On August 10, 2025, China Southern Airlines called off numerous flights in leading cities like Guangzhou, Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu, causing headaches for travelers while spotlighting alternative ways to get around. Here’s an easy guide to how these cancellations may shape your travel plans–from the stress of delays to the surprising upsides for China’s famous high-speed rail.

August 10, 2025

No More Shoes-Off Shuffle: TSA Updates Security Rules at Airports

Travelers, rejoice! Starting July 8, 2025, you’ll no longer have to slip off your shoes at airport security in the United States. With new tech leading the way, TSA drops its infamous “shoe removal” rule. Here’s what this means for your travel days ahead and how it might change your airport experience.

August 1, 2025

Goodbye, Open Seating: Southwest’s Big Change for 2026 Could Change How You Fly!

Southwest Airlines is making waves by announcing a switch from their famous “open seating” to assigned seats starting in January 2026. Here’s what this big change could mean for all types of travelers—and how it might affect your next trip.

July 25, 2025

“Tech Turbulence”: How a Surprise Alaska Airlines Outage Grounded Summer Travel Plans

On July 20, 2025, Alaska Airlines faced a sudden IT meltdown, grounding flights across the U.S. for hours and leaving thousands scrambling. While the disruption shook up travel plans and hit local tourism hard, Alaska Airlines responded with customer support, flexibility, and quick recovery efforts—reminding us all how critical reliable technology is in modern travel.

July 22, 2025

When Tech Takes a Timeout: The Global IT Meltdown that Grounded Travelers Worldwide

In July 2024, a security update gone wrong triggered massive IT failures around the globe, sending shockwaves through the travel and tourism world. Travelers faced grounded flights, stranded nights at airports, and disrupted plans—while the industry scrambled to recover and rethink its tech safety nets.

July 19, 2025

When Flights Turn Back: How July 8, 2025 Became a Day of Detours in the Sky

On July 8, 2025, several prominent airlines—United, Allegiant, Delta, Lufthansa, and IndiGo—had to turn their planes around due to different safety concerns. While no one was hurt, the day’s disruptions highlighted both the dedication to passenger safety and the frustrations that come with unexpected travel hiccups. Here’s why these events matter, and what travelers might expect in the future.

July 8, 2025

Stranded in the Sun: What Travelers Need to Know About El Al's Big Flight Cancellations

As conflict escalates between Israel and Iran, El Al Airlines has suspended flights to several major cities until June 23, 2025, leaving thousands of travelers in limbo and upending the region’s tourism industry. Here’s how this developing situation may affect your travel plans and what the road ahead could look like.

June 15, 2025