Thinking about a summer adventure to Turkey or France? A recent analysis says ongoing wildfires are throwing major curveballs into travel plans—causing everything from flight chaos to mass evacuations. Here’s what travelers need to know, and how the tourism industry is fighting back.
July 12, 2025The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco just nabbed the No. 1 spot as the city’s top hotel, according to the 2025 Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards. Here’s a traveler-friendly breakdown of what this well-deserved recognition might mean for your adventures—whether you’re eyeing luxury or traveling on a budget.
July 11, 2025On July 8, 2025, severe storms brought travel mayhem to major U.S. airports, stranding thousands and reshaping travel plans. Here’s how travelers, airlines, and the tourism industry weathered the storm—and what this means for future trips.
July 9, 2025Still dreading those long-haul journeys with layovers? Big news for UK and Asia-bound travelers—Norse Atlantic Airways just announced a nonstop, budget-friendly route from Manchester to Bangkok launching November 2025. But while your trips may get easier, there are still a few twists to know about before booking your next exotic escape.
July 7, 2025A viral manga prediction about a disaster in Japan on July 5, 2025, set off a wave of anxiety among travelers—especially in Hong Kong—leading to canceled flights and slumping bookings. Now that doomsday has come and gone uneventfully, we look at the surprising ways one comic strip shook up travel plans and what it means for would-be visitors eyeing Japan’s return to normal.
July 5, 2025Thousands of travelers faced chaos as France’s air traffic controllers walked off the job just as summer vacations kicked off. With hundreds of flights grounded, the ripple effects spread from packed airports to empty hotel lobbies, shaking up the travel experience and sparking debates about the future of air travel.
July 4, 2025This analysis covers the anticipated fallout from the French air traffic controller strike on July 3-4, 2025, which is already sending shockwaves across the European travel scene. With Ryanair canceling 170 flights and 30,000+ travelers scrambling to salvage their plans, the disruption highlights both the fragility and the potential for reform in the aviation sector.
July 3, 2025Europe has seen a huge influx of American tourists in early 2025, with cities like Barcelona, Venice, and Santorini buzzing more than ever. While the economic benefits are significant, overtourism is straining local infrastructure, housing, and patience; expect higher prices and new travel regulations ahead.
June 30, 2025Google Flights data says Providence, Rhode Island, is one of the top trending summer spots for 2025—but what does that mean for travelers? Here’s what’s great, what to watch out for, and why you might want to put Providence on your vacation list (or maybe plan ahead for some crowds).
June 29, 2025Recent military clashes between the U.S. and Iran have shaken up global air travel, causing flight cancellations, rerouted journeys, and escalated airport security. Here’s what this could mean for travelers, the tourism industry, and your next hotel booking.
June 28, 2025