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December 24, 2024 at 8:21 PM

American Airlines resumes flights after stoppage

A "technical issue" disrupted American Airlines flights nationwide early on Tuesday, the airline said.
December 24, 2024 at 8:21 PM
VIDEO: American Airlines resumes flights after stoppage
December 24, 2024 at 8:10 PM

American Airlines briefly grounds all flights

A fast-moving storm is bringing snow and ice to the Northeast, dumping between one to six inches of snow in some areas.
December 24, 2024 at 8:10 PM
VIDEO: Storm on the move as millions travel for the holidays
December 24, 2024 at 3:35 PM

American Airlines resumes flights after nationwide 'technical issue'

A "technical issue" disrupted American Airlines flights nationwide early on Tuesday, the airline said.
December 24, 2024 at 3:35 PM
An American Airlines passenger plane is parked at a gate at Philadelphia International Airport in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Dec. 13, 2024.
December 23, 2024 at 10:22 PM

Millions expected to hit the roads and skies this week

ABC News Transportation Reporter Sam Sweeney has more on the holiday rush with millions taking to the roads and skies throughout the U.S.
December 23, 2024 at 10:22 PM
VIDEO: Millions expected to hit the roads and skies this week
December 23, 2024 at 7:08 PM

Avoiding travel nightmares during the holidays

Expedia travel expert Christie Hudson shares advice on how to best navigate the roads and skies for a less stressful holiday.
December 23, 2024 at 7:08 PM
VIDEO: Avoiding travel nightmares during the holidays
December 23, 2024 at 6:07 PM

Holiday travel questions answered: Expert guide to delays, refunds, luggage and more

What to do if your flight gets delayed, canceled and other common holiday travel conundrums answered, with tips from experts.
December 23, 2024 at 6:07 PM
People move through a packed departures level at Terminal A at Boston's Logan Airport, Dec. 23, 2024.
December 23, 2024 at 5:33 PM

Amtrak suspends trains in Northeast

Downed power lines led to suspended service between New York City and Philadelphia on Sunday and now travelers are also dealing with signal power issues out of New York’s Penn Station, as well.
December 23, 2024 at 5:33 PM
VIDEO: Amtrak suspends trains in Northeast
December 20, 2024 at 9:39 PM

How a government shutdown could impact air travel

The holiday travel rush kicked off on Friday, but a looming government shutdown threatens to disrupt air travel for millions.
December 20, 2024 at 9:39 PM
Holiday travelers wait in line to check their bags at the JetBlue terminal at Logan Airport in Boston, Dec. 20, 2024.
December 20, 2024 at 2:29 PM

Storms could impact busiest air travel day ahead of Christmas

A winter storm on the move from the Midwest to the Northeast could have ramifications on what is expected to be the busiest air travel day before Christmas.
December 20, 2024 at 2:29 PM
VIDEO: Storms could impact busiest air travel day ahead of Christmas
December 20, 2024 at 7:27 AM

Major airports issue winter weather alerts as holiday travel peaks

As a new storm makes its way to the Northeast, snow and rain is forecast for Philadelphia, New York and Boston. Minneapolis declared a snow emergency, with up to six inches having fallen.
December 20, 2024 at 7:27 AM
Major airports issue winter weather alerts as holiday travel peaks
December 20, 2024 at 3:52 AM

By The Numbers: Holiday Travel

A look at the numbers behind the millions of Americans driving and flying for the holidays on what’s predicted to be the busiest travel day.
December 20, 2024 at 3:52 AM
By The Numbers: Holiday Travel
December 20, 2024 at 12:20 AM

Who won the PARENTS Family Travel Awards?

Kristen Altmeyer, vice president and general manager of PARENTS, dropped by to share the top family-friendly resorts, hotels and more. 
December 20, 2024 at 12:20 AM
VIDEO: Who won the PARENTS Family Travel Awards?
December 19, 2024 at 10:04 PM

Why do I always get constipated when I travel?

ABC News’ Dr. Darien Sutton answers your health questions and shares his daily prescription for wellness. 
December 19, 2024 at 10:04 PM
VIDEO: Why do I always get constipated when I travel?
December 19, 2024 at 7:28 PM

Storms could impact Christmas travel plans for millions

ABC News' Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee shares the latest track and timing of back-to-back storms in the Northeast and winter storm warnings for the upper Midwest.
December 19, 2024 at 7:28 PM
VIDEO: Storms could impact Christmas travel plans for millions
December 19, 2024 at 4:22 PM

For airports, background music is no longer an afterthought

Background music is no longer an afterthought at many airports
December 19, 2024 at 4:22 PM
CORRECTS SPELLING OF SINGERS LAST NAME TO MCCOMMON - Roz McCommon performs amid travelers at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on November 26, 2024, in SeaTac, Wash. (AP Photo/Manuel Valdes)
December 19, 2024 at 2:08 PM

More than 100 million expected to drive over holidays

More than 119 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home, with 90% of them choosing to drive, according to AAA.
December 19, 2024 at 2:08 PM
VIDEO: 1 dead after Texas train derailment
December 19, 2024 at 2:08 PM

Millions get moving on busiest flying day of the season

Thursday is expected to be the single busiest day for the FAA, with more than 50,000 flights set to take off.
December 19, 2024 at 2:08 PM
VIDEO: Millions get moving on busiest flying day of the season
December 19, 2024 at 12:49 PM

Death on cruise ship prompts FBI probe

The FBI is investigating an incident aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship allegedly involving an unruly passenger.
December 19, 2024 at 12:49 PM
In this March 2, 2021, file photo, Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Sea cruise ship is shown docked at PortMiami in Miami, Fla.
December 19, 2024 at 7:49 AM

Cruise ship passenger dies in detention after allegedly attacking crew

Authorities say video shows Michal Virgil trying to kick down a door, and that he allegedly threatened passengers. He died about an hour after security restrained him.
December 19, 2024 at 7:49 AM
VIDEO: Cruise ship passenger dies in detention after allegedly attacking crew
December 19, 2024 at 7:48 AM

Multiple storms barrel across US as holiday travel ramps up

Back-to-back storms are heading to the Northeast, with one storm stretching from the mid-South to Maine, ahead of a record number of flights in the air Thursday.
December 19, 2024 at 7:48 AM
VIDEO: Multiple storms barrel across US as holiday travel ramps up
December 18, 2024 at 5:19 PM

Frontier Airlines new 'all you can fly' pass sells for $299

Frontier Airlines released a new "all you can fly" pass for loyalty members to purchase for $299 for flights in 2025-2026.
December 18, 2024 at 5:19 PM
Frontier Airlines Airbus A320neo passenger aircraft spotted on final approach flying, landing and taxiing on the runway and taxiway of LaGuardia airport in NYC.
December 18, 2024 at 2:12 PM

Busiest days and times to travel over Christmas

Dec. 19, 20 and 23 will be the busiest passenger days to fly, while the 20, 22 and 23 will be the busiest days to hit the road ahead of the holiday.
December 18, 2024 at 2:12 PM
VIDEO: Busiest days and times to travel over Christmas
December 17, 2024 at 6:00 PM

TSA braces for busy Christmas travel period

AAA projects that more than 7.8 million people will fly during the end-of-the-year travel period and the TSA is expecting to screen more 40 million travelers between this Thursday and the new year.
December 17, 2024 at 6:00 PM
VIDEO: TSA braces for busy Christmas travel period
December 15, 2024 at 10:03 PM

Edinburgh Airport shut down by IT issue just as holiday travel season gets under way

Edinburgh Airport has been shut down by an unspecified information technology issue, causing headaches for passengers at the start of the busy holiday travel season
December 15, 2024 at 10:03 PM
December 15, 2024 at 6:22 AM

Argo the dog, a TSA calendar star, protects air travelers by sniffing out explosives

A 9-year-old black Labrador retriever named Argo is gearing up for a busy holiday travel season
December 15, 2024 at 6:22 AM
Argo, a Transportation Security Administration explosives detection canine, working with handler Jonathan Lilly, is rewarded after screening passengers in the ticketing area at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, Monday, Dec. 9, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)
December 15, 2024 at 4:24 AM

Travel expert shares the hottest destinations and how to get there on a budget

Katy Nastro, Travel expert from Going, shares tips on how to “let the deal decide” where you travel next.
December 15, 2024 at 4:24 AM
VIDEO: Travel expert shares the hottest destinations and how to get there on a budget
December 15, 2024 at 4:22 AM

The rise of hotel parking fees

ABC News’ Becky Worley takes a closer look at the trend of rising prices for hotel parking fees.
December 15, 2024 at 4:22 AM
VIDEO: The rise of hotel parking fees
December 12, 2024 at 7:52 PM

United 1st airline to integrate AirTag for luggage

United Airlines will use the shared location to more quickly find delayed bags and reunite them with customers.
December 12, 2024 at 7:52 PM
In this Dec. 21, 2023 file photo, Juan Chavez handles baggage as is comes off an aircraft upon landing at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston.
December 11, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Record number of travelers this holiday season, AAA predicts

A record of more than 119 million people will travel over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, according to AAA.
December 11, 2024 at 2:30 PM
VIDEO: Record number of travelers this holiday season, AAA predicts
December 10, 2024 at 8:12 PM

Mexico cruise tax postponed until summer 2025

The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association has announced Mexico's new cruise passenger tax will be postponed until July 2025.
December 10, 2024 at 8:12 PM
Stock photo.
December 10, 2024 at 5:05 PM

Why international travel is making climate change worse

The carbon footprint from the travel industry is growing at rates never seen before, according to new research.
December 10, 2024 at 5:05 PM
A Flexjet plane arrives at Marseille Provence Airport in France, Sept. 13, 2024.
December 4, 2024 at 8:48 PM

Travel trends 2025: The Points Guy talks rising cost, credit card perks, experiences

The Points Guy founder Brian Kelly unveiled the experts' new 2025 travel trends report with ways to combat rising costs, tapping into airline loyalty and more.
December 4, 2024 at 8:48 PM
In this undated stock image, a plane is seen flying over Paris.
December 4, 2024 at 4:41 PM

The Points Guy reveals 2025 Travel Trends Report

Brian Kelly reveals his list of the trending destinations for next year and what people can expect when traveling in 2025.
December 4, 2024 at 4:41 PM
VIDEO: The Points Guy reveals 2025 Travel Trends Report
December 4, 2024 at 4:16 PM

Top 25 destinations for 2025, plus travel trend insights from flights to hotel stays

Travel experts have predicted some of the top travel trends for 2025 including hot new destinations, types of travel, sustainable hotel stays and more.
December 4, 2024 at 4:16 PM
View of cruise ships and islands in Halong Bay, Vietnam.
December 3, 2024 at 7:32 PM

How to make holiday travel sustainable

Holiday travel will have an impact on our planet, but there are ways you can reduce your carbon footprint
December 3, 2024 at 7:32 PM
VIDEO: How to make holiday travel sustainable
December 3, 2024 at 7:00 PM

British Airways offers Christmas menus, gift wrapping and more festive fare

British Airways extends Christmas cheer from lounges to in-flight offerings with traditional holiday meals, gifting and more.
December 3, 2024 at 7:00 PM
A Christmas turkey dinner in World Traveller is enjoyed with a can of BrewDog's Hoppy Christmas IPA.
December 3, 2024 at 5:20 PM

No. 1 expert tip for Travel Tuesday: Save on flights, cruises, car rentals and more

Experts weigh in on how to find the best travel deals from Black Friday through Travel Tuesday in order to save on airfare, hotels, rental cars, cruises and more.
December 3, 2024 at 5:20 PM
Checking in at an airport counter.
December 3, 2024 at 4:22 PM

Virgin Voyages announces ‘cruise subscription’ pass

Sir Richard Branson announced the new, first of its kind annual all-inclusive pass, which allows a passenger and its guest to hop on and off from any ship in their fleet worldwide.
December 3, 2024 at 4:22 PM
VIDEO: Virgin Voyages announces ‘cruise subscription’ pass
December 3, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Virgin Voyages launches annual cruise pass, plus more Travel Tuesday deals

A new annual cruise pass from Virgin Voyages and other top cruise line deals being offered this Travel Tuesday.
December 3, 2024 at 3:06 PM
VIDEO: Virgin Voyages announces ‘cruise subscription’ pass
December 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM

Southwest will prepare cabins for landing 10 minutes earlier than before

Southwest Airlines flight crews will begin preparing passenger cabins for landing at 10,000 feet, 10 minutes earlier than before.
December 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM
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December 2, 2024 at 3:15 PM

Southwest Airlines to begin early landing prep

The airline announced that crews will start wrapping up in-flight service earlier in an attempt to prevent injuries.
December 2, 2024 at 3:15 PM
VIDEO: Southwest Airlines to begin early landing prep
December 1, 2024 at 11:57 PM

TSA reports record number of flights for Thanksgiving weekend

ABC News’ Rena Roy joins Live to discuss Thanksgiving travel updates from LaGuardia Airport.
December 1, 2024 at 11:57 PM
VIDEO: TSA reports record number of flights for Thanksgiving weekend
December 1, 2024 at 11:50 PM

How to approach 'Travel Tuesday'

CEO of Points Path Julian Kheel gives tips on locking in the best deals on travel during the upcoming "Travel Tuesday."
December 1, 2024 at 11:50 PM
VIDEO: How to approach 'Travel Tuesday'
December 1, 2024 at 11:49 PM

Tips on deals for Travel Tuesday

Going’s spokesperson and travel expert Katy Nastro joins ABC News Live to discuss tips on travel deals for the holiday season.
December 1, 2024 at 11:49 PM
VIDEO: Tips on deals for Travel Tuesday
December 1, 2024 at 3:31 PM

What you need to know for Travel Tuesday deals

Going.com travel expert Katy Nastro discusses the expected record-breaking travel day as many Americans head home from the holiday weekend. Plus, the best deals to grab for Travel Tuesday.
December 1, 2024 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: What you need to know for Travel Tuesday deals
December 1, 2024 at 3:31 PM

Record-breaking Thanksgiving holiday travel

The FAA says there were 232,000 flights nationwide from last Sunday through Thanksgiving day, an all-time high.
December 1, 2024 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: Record-breaking Thanksgiving holiday travel
1 month ago

FAA reports record number of flights for Thanksgiving so far

Airlines are seeing record travel numbers for Thanksgiving this year, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
1 month ago
A plane is seen in an undated stock photo.
1 month ago

Thanksgiving weekend storm to impact travelers heading home

The TSA is expected to screen more than 3 million passengers on Sunday in what could be the agency’s busiest day ever.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Thanksgiving weekend storm to impact travelers heading home
1 month ago

Storms and a stowaway add to Thanksgiving travel havoc

ABC News’ Trevor Ault reports on a shocking security breach at one of New York's busiest airports ahead of the season's busiest travel weekend, which was further complicated by storms.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Storms and a stowaway add to Thanksgiving travel havoc
1 month ago

Thanksgiving weather: Cold blast to follow rainy holiday

Rain fell across the Northeast on Thursday morning, setting up what's bound to be a soggy Thanksgiving for dozens of states.
1 month ago
The Beagle Scout Snoopy balloon is prepared during the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Inflation on the Eve of the parade in New York, November 27, 2024.