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January 17, 2025 at 5:06 PM

Here’s what you need to know for the Real ID

For people 18 and older, a REAL ID will be required to travel on a plane beginning May 7, 2025.
January 17, 2025 at 5:06 PM
For people 18 and older, a REAL ID will be required to travel on a plane beginning Oct. 1.
January 16, 2025 at 3:04 PM

What to know about REAL ID as deadline approaches

REAL ID is an effort by the federal government to make driver's licenses and ID cards more reliable, accurate and standardized.
January 16, 2025 at 3:04 PM
A TSA agent works in a TSA Pre checkpoint at the Miami International Airport as some of the year's busiest travel days occur during the holiday season in Miami, Fla., Dec. 20, 2024.
January 15, 2025 at 3:05 PM

Spain sets a new record with 94 million international tourists last year

Spain's Tourism Ministry says that a record 94 million international travelers visited Spain in 2024, the best year for tourism in the country since records started
January 15, 2025 at 3:05 PM
FILE - Tourists sit on a public bench at Plaza Mayor in downtown Madrid, Spain, April 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue, File)
January 7, 2025 at 10:35 AM

First commercial flight since the fall of Assad lands in Syria's capital

The first international commercial flight since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar Assad has landed Tuesday at the Damascus airport arriving from Qatar
January 7, 2025 at 10:35 AM
January 6, 2025 at 5:38 PM

New travel requirements for 2025

ABC News’ Alexis Christoforous has more on what you need to know before booking your next trip.
January 6, 2025 at 5:38 PM
VIDEO: New travel requirements for 2025
January 6, 2025 at 11:40 AM

Major storms cause air travel disruptions

Storms are causing major disruptions for air travel, with nearly 8,000 flights canceled or delayed in the U.S. ABC News' Alex Presha reports from Washington, D.C.
January 6, 2025 at 11:40 AM
VIDEO: Major storms cause air travel disruptions
January 3, 2025 at 4:03 PM

US fines JetBlue $2 million for 'chronic' flight delays on several East Coast routes

JetBlue is getting hit with a $2 million penalty for chronically late flights
January 3, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Holiday travelers wait in line to check their bags at the JetBlue terminal at Logan Airport, Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
December 27, 2024 at 3:55 PM

Biggest travel trends for 2025

As we head into the New Year, Katy Nastro from travel site Going shares predictions and recommendations for adventure.
December 27, 2024 at 3:55 PM
VIDEO: Biggest travel trends for 2025
December 26, 2024 at 6:18 PM

Millions of Americans hit the sky and roads in post-Christmas travel rush

ABC News’ chief transportation correspondent Gio Benitez reports on post-Christmas travel which is expected to be one of the busiest travel days of the season.
December 26, 2024 at 6:18 PM
VIDEO: Millions of Americans hit the sky and roads in post-Christmas travel rush
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
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Holiday travelers wait in line to check their bags at the JetBlue terminal at Logan Airport in Boston, Dec. 20, 2024.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Storms could impact busiest air travel day ahead of Christmas
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Major airports issue winter weather alerts as holiday travel peaks
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
By The Numbers: Holiday Travel
1 month ago

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. 
1 month ago
VIDEO: Who won the PARENTS Family Travel Awards?
1 month ago

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. 
1 month ago
VIDEO: Why do I always get constipated when I travel?
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Storms could impact Christmas travel plans for millions
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: 1 dead after Texas train derailment
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Millions get moving on busiest flying day of the season
1 month ago

Death on cruise ship prompts FBI probe

The FBI is investigating an incident aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship allegedly involving an unruly passenger.
1 month ago
In this March 2, 2021, file photo, Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Sea cruise ship is shown docked at PortMiami in Miami, Fla.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Cruise ship passenger dies in detention after allegedly attacking crew
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Multiple storms barrel across US as holiday travel ramps up
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Frontier Airlines Airbus A320neo passenger aircraft spotted on final approach flying, landing and taxiing on the runway and taxiway of LaGuardia airport in NYC.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Busiest days and times to travel over Christmas
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: TSA braces for busy Christmas travel period
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Travel expert shares the hottest destinations and how to get there on a budget
1 month ago

The rise of hotel parking fees

ABC News’ Becky Worley takes a closer look at the trend of rising prices for hotel parking fees.
1 month ago
VIDEO: The rise of hotel parking fees
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
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.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Record number of travelers this holiday season, AAA predicts
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
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1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
A Flexjet plane arrives at Marseille Provence Airport in France, Sept. 13, 2024.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
In this undated stock image, a plane is seen flying over Paris.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: The Points Guy reveals 2025 Travel Trends Report
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
View of cruise ships and islands in Halong Bay, Vietnam.
1 month ago

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
1 month ago
VIDEO: How to make holiday travel sustainable
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
A Christmas turkey dinner in World Traveller is enjoyed with a can of BrewDog's Hoppy Christmas IPA.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Checking in at an airport counter.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Virgin Voyages announces ‘cruise subscription’ pass
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Virgin Voyages announces ‘cruise subscription’ pass
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
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2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Southwest Airlines to begin early landing prep
2 months ago

TSA reports record number of flights for Thanksgiving weekend

ABC News’ Rena Roy joins Live to discuss Thanksgiving travel updates from LaGuardia Airport.
2 months ago
VIDEO: TSA reports record number of flights for Thanksgiving weekend
2 months ago

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."
2 months ago
VIDEO: How to approach 'Travel Tuesday'
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Tips on deals for Travel Tuesday