News tagged family travel

Say Goodbye to the U.S. Visa ‘Drop-Box’: What Travelers Need to Know for 2025

Planning a U.S. trip in late 2025? Big changes are coming for non-immigrant visa applicants from 57 countries. The “drop-box” or Interview Waiver Program is ending, meaning nearly everyone—including kids—will now need to attend in-person interviews. This news could lead to longer waits, higher costs, and trickier travel planning. But it may also improve security and make visa processes more consistent. Here’s what you should know before booking those stateside flights or hotels.

September 16, 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

No More Bare Feet at the TSA! Americans Can Now Keep Their Shoes On at Airport Security

Travelers in the US can breathe a sigh of relief—starting July 8, 2025, the TSA no longer requires passengers to remove their shoes during airport security screenings. Thanks to new screening tech, your next journey through the security line just got way easier. Here’s what it means for your trip.

August 3, 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

Singapore Oceanarium Set to Make Waves: What Travelers Can Expect

The Singapore Oceanarium, opening July 23, 2025, will transform Sentosa’s marine attraction landscape. As a much-anticipated future event, this massive upgrade promises dazzling marine encounters, educational initiatives, and a tourism boom—though, naturally, there are concerns to consider. Here’s what savvy travelers and hotel guests should know before planning their visit!

July 23, 2025