Travel

FTC bans hidden junk fees in hotel, event ticket prices

U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks on protecting consumers from hidden junk fees during an event at the South Court…

With Hurricane Helene disrupting travel, here’s what fliers need to know

Men inspect the damage from flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on Sept. 28, 2024 in Asheville, North Carolina.…

American demand for international trips drives ‘travel momentum’ and overall spending

Travel spending among American households continues to outpace its pre-pandemic levels, a trend underpinned by a zeal for international trips,…

The IRS has a method of ‘last resort’ to collect overdue taxes: Revoking your passport

Travelers, be warned: The federal government may revoke your passport if you ignore a big tax bill. Such punishments have…

Summer is ‘high season’ for flight delays. Here’s what travelers need to know

The summer travel season is in full swing, often bringing more flight delays and cancellations. But travelers may be out…

The Fed may soon cut interest rates. That could make your next trip abroad more expensive

The U.S. Federal Reserve may start cutting interest rates before year’s end. That could make future trips abroad more expensive…

What Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour says about ‘passion tourism’

Taylor Swift’s European tour was top of mind for Nikita Rao when planning where to go for her family’s annual…

5 ways to maximize your vacation days

Americans aren’t good at taking vacation. About 62% of workers say having a job with paid time off — for…