Wreaks Havoc Travelers

American travelers are booking fewer domestic flights in another warning sign for the economy

Americans’ spending worries and shortcomings are translating into turbulence for major airlines, and coming at a time where recession fears are growing.

MarketWatch - Mar. 12

Thousands of Afghans approved for travel after helping the U.S. are stuck in limbo

Thousands of Afghans who helped the U.S. military have been blocked from reaching American soil, including families separated from their loved ones who made it to the U.S. Margaret Brennan has the ...

CBS News - Mar. 12

Record spring break travel expected despite higher costs

AAA says on average domestic air fares are up 7% from last year, while gas is cheaper. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave found some last-minute deals.

CBS News - Mar. 13

Draft List for New Travel Ban Proposes Trump Target 43 Countries

A draft circulating inside the administration lists three tiers of countries whose citizens may face restrictions on entering the United States.

The New York Times - Mar. 15

Avoid the White Lotus effect: Thailand travel without the tourists

The country is no stranger to pop-culture fuelled overtourism. But behind the scenes there are islands, wild places and temples to explore. Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email Much ...

The Guardian - 6d

Solo Female Travel in Saudi Arabia - What's 'Allowed' in 2025

Yahoo News - 1d

Travel chaos as Heathrow shuts and rehired federal workers in limbo: Morning Rundown

Federal workers's rehiring confusion.

NBC News - 1d

FirstFT: Closure of London’s Heathrow airport leads to travel chaos

Also in today’s newsletter, European plan to replace US in Nato, and companies backtrack on climate goals in bosses’ pay

Financial Times - 1d

Spooked by U.S. immigration, Europeans rethink U.S. travel plans

Detentions of tourists at U.S. borders are making some Europeans think twice before visiting the U.S.

CBS News - 1d

Spooked by U.S. immigration, Europeans rethink U.S. travel plans

Detentions of tourists at U.S. borders are making some Europeans think twice before visiting the U.S.

CBS News - 1d

Flights resuming at Heathrow after power outage snarled global air travel

A fire at a power station knocked out electricity at London’s Heathrow Airport, forcing one of the world’s busiest airports to close. More than 100 flights that were in the air at the time were ...

NBC News - 1d

Heathrow flights restarting after power cut and travel chaos

Airport expects to be fully operational on Saturday, but airlines say closure will have ‘huge impact’ in coming days. Flights began landing at Heathrow on Saturday morning as it aimed to return to ...

The Guardian - 18h

Travellers face days of disruption as Heathrow reopens after blaze

Fire at electricity substation that shut down Europe’s busiest airport raises questions about resilience of UK infrastructure

Financial Times - 17h

Travellers face days of disruption as Heathrow reopens after blaze

Fire at electricity substation that shut down Europe’s busiest airport raises questions about resilience of UK infrastructure

Financial Times - 17h

Flights resume at London Heathrow after daylong closure sparked travel chaos

Heathrow Airport says it is “fully operational” on Saturday, after an almost daylong closure sparked by an electrical substation fire

ABC News - 16h

Flights resume at London Heathrow after daylong closure sparked travel chaos

Heathrow Airport says it is “fully operational” on Saturday, after an almost daylong closure sparked by an electrical substation fire

ABC News - 16h

London's Heathrow Airport 'fully operational' after fire causes travel chaos

London’s Heathrow Airport announced Saturday that it is “open and fully operational” and flights have resumed after a fire at an electrical substation knocked out power.

ABC News - 14h

Heathrow Airport reopens after nearby fire — but travelers told to expect delays

British Airways said it expects around 85% of its Saturday Heathrow schedule to run as planned, but warned customers to expect delays.

CNBC - 11h

US imposes travel ban on former Argentine president over corruption charges

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — The State Department has banned former Argentine President Cristina Fernández from entering the United States, accusing her of involvement in “significant corruption” ...

NBC News - 10h

Where to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona: LaLiga live online, lineups, prediction and odds

LaLiga leaders travel to Madrid for top of table showdown

CBS Sports - Mar. 16

A Measles Resurgence?

Our colleague traveled to the center of a Texas measles outbreak.

The New York Times - 5d

U.S. orders non-emergency personnel to leave South Sudan amid violence

The travel advisory level for South Sudan remains at Level 4, which means Americans should not travel to the African country.

CBS News - Mar. 9

Trump crackdown forces Latin America’s migrant flows into reverse

A Colombian town adapted its economy to Darién Gap travellers. Now only a few are travelling — and in the opposite direction

Financial Times - Mar. 11

Major US airlines warn demand is slowing

In addition to two major crashes, airlines point to the uncertain economic future, plummeting government travel and reductions to corporate travel.

ABC News - Mar. 11

What Caused the Fire That Shut Down Heathrow Airport?

Officials and travelers are calling for an investigation into not only how the blaze started, but how it was able to cause such a large disruption to global travel.

The New York Times - 1d

Spirit Airlines to Go Premium After Bankruptcy

Spirit plans to turn its focus toward more wealthy travelers.

Inc. - Mar. 12

Hungary threatens to cancel sanctions on 2,000 Russians unless EU exempts Mikhail Fridman

Travel restrictions and asset freeze orders are due to expire on Saturday

Financial Times - Mar. 13

Trump delivers remarks at the Department of Justice

Watch live coverage as President Trump travels to the Department of Justice to deliver remarks.

NBC News - Mar. 14

Hearse attacked by vandals while on way to funeral

The vehicle's window was smashed in an attack while travelling through Edinburgh's Longstone Road.

BBC News - 3d

Chaos as Birmingham residents swarm mobile bin collection

The service attempted to travel along Anderton Park Road in Moseley.

BBC News - 2d

Is Greece v Scotland on TV? How to watch Nations League play-off after Viaplay lose rights

Scotland travel to Athens before hosting Greece at Hampden on Sunday

Yahoo Sports - 2d

What Happens When a Hub Like Heathrow Shuts Down

Lots of people need to secure hotel rooms and new travel plans.

The New York Times - 1d

A Fire Brought London’s Heathrow Airport to a Standstill. Here’s What to Know.

The blaze was at a nearby substation. Around 200,000 people had their travel plans disrupted.

Inc. - 1d

Around the world in 60 hours: Nigerian aims to set travel record with ‘low-mobility’ passport

Alma Asinobi wants to break Guinness world record for shortest time to visit seven continents. In 2019, Alma Asinobi, a Nigerian postgraduate architecture student, gave herself an ambitious goal ...

The Guardian - Mar. 8

From busy airports to savings, here's what to know about spring break travel

Airlines and airports say they expect to be busier than ever during spring break, which covers much of March and April. AAA says on average domestic air fares are up 7% from last year, while hotels ...

CBS News - Mar. 13

Tim Walz Talks to Anxious Iowa Democrats as Post-Election Travels Pick Up

Mr. Walz, the governor of Minnesota and last year’s Democratic nominee for vice president, has been meeting with members of his party in recent weeks.

The New York Times - Mar. 15