With the 2026 United States midterm elections underway, travelers may experience both fresh opportunities and a few bumps along the way. Get ready for a season where rallies, road trips, and roadblocks could all show up on your itinerary.
September 21, 2026The 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks brought Americans together for remembrance and reflection, while also presenting unique challenges for travelers. Here's a closer look at how this milestone shaped travel—for better and for worse.
September 11, 2026With Tropical Storm Edouard aiming for the Texas and Louisiana coast and Hurricane Karina active in the Pacific, travelers and locals alike are bracing for potential disruptions. This is a forward-looking analysis on what to expect, how travel might be affected, and what steps you can take to stay prepared during peak hurricane season.
September 1, 2026On July 31, 2026, the U.S. State Department issued a Worldwide Caution, urging travelers to stay vigilant amid rising Middle East tensions. Here’s how this advisory could impact your next big trip—and what every traveler should know to stay informed and safe.
July 31, 2026As of late July 2026, travelers dreaming of French vineyards or Spanish heritage cities are facing a harsh reality: wildfires sweeping through regions near Bordeaux, Madrid, and Ávila are causing evacuations, travel disruptions, and health advisories. Here’s what travelers need to know and what’s being done to help communities recover.
July 25, 2026On July 12-13, 2026, a major wildfire in the Fontainebleau forest forced evacuations and travel disruptions southeast of Paris. Here’s what travelers experienced—and what might lie ahead for this iconic destination.
July 13, 2026The July 2026 eruption of Mount Etna threw a wrench into travel plans across Sicily, grounding flights and stranding passengers—even big names like Whoopi Goldberg! While the airport chaos hit at peak summer tourism, the natural spectacle also turned heads around the globe. Here’s a traveler-focused recap of how it unfolded and what it might mean for your next Sicilian escape.
July 8, 2026Travelers visiting Washington, D.C. for the Great American State Fair on July 3, 2026, found their plans disrupted when soaring temperatures forced a temporary closure of the event. Here’s how organizers and visitors coped—and what future travelers might expect.
July 5, 2026On June 3, 2026, a 24-hour general strike dramatically impacted travel across Portugal, causing hundreds of flight cancellations and public transport chaos. Here’s a traveler-friendly look at what happened, what it meant for visitors, and what it could mean for the future of tourism in Portugal.
June 3, 2026A newly proposed policy from the Department of Homeland Security could shake up international travel to some of America’s busiest airports. If implemented, the move would pull customs officers out of airports in so-called sanctuary cities, potentially impacting flights, global events like the World Cup, and billions in travel revenue. Here’s what it means for anyone planning to travel through these key U.S. hubs.
June 2, 2026