Spring break travelers face rental car shortage
As more and more people start traveling again, many of them are encountering an unusual problem. If you're thinking about renting a car, you may want to reconsider.
Spring break travelers face rental car shortage
As more and more people start traveling again, many of them are encountering an unusual problem. If you're thinking about renting a car, you may want to reconsider.
Delta cancels over 100 flights, opens some middle seats
Delta Air Lines canceled about 100 flights Sunday due to staff shortages, and it opened up middle seats a month earlier than expected in order to carry more passengers.
CDC updates guidance for cruise ship industry in conditional sailing order
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the next phase of its conditional sail order for cruise ship operators Friday.
CDC clears domestic travel for vaccinated people, but still advises mask-wearing
The new guidelines say vaccinated travelers are less likely to get and spread the virus, but the CDC still recommends safety measures like wearing a mask, social distancing and hand washing.
New guidebook explores the best bets of the Minnesota Northwoods
No matter the season the Minnesota Northwoods are a beautiful place to explore. A brand new guidebook just dropped called, "100 Things to Do in Minnesota Northwoods Before You Die". Author Julie Jo Larson joined the Buzz to chat about her favorite places to check out.
Delta to stop blocking middle seats on May 1, joining other US carriers
Delta is the last U.S. airline to end the policy of blocking middle seats, which it first began in April 2020.
Summer travel trends: where airlines are flying and slashing prices
As airlines race to win back business they're offering new summer flights and slashing ticket prices. Editor-in-Chief of Thrifty Traveler Kyle Potter joined the Buzz with insight on where airlines are headed and where you might be able to snag a great deal.
Average US price of gas jumps a nickel per gallon to $2.94
The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline jumped a nickel per gallon over the past two weeks to $2.94.
Spring break travel setting pandemic records at airports despite officials urging people to stay home
With case rates going down, vaccine rates going up and restrictions across the country relaxing, it's a recipe for a busy spring break travel season.
FAA extending zero-tolerance policy amid COVID-19 pandemic for unruly passengers
The FAA has slapped hefty fines on two separate passengers in recent weeks, and announced it will be extending its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers for as long as the CDC and TSA’s mask mandate is in effect.
TSA looks to disinfect airport bins with ultraviolet lights to prevent COVID-19 spread
The Transportation Security Administration wants to add another layer of protection for passengers against COVID-19.
US travel on the rise as COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, but medical experts warn pandemic isn’t over
Some destination hot spots are already seeing waves of travelers as COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, but medical experts warn the pandemic is not over yet.
JetBlue passenger facing $14,500 fine after refusing to wear mask or stop drinking his own alcohol, FAA says
The FAA says the man not only refused to keep his mask on but also kept drinking alcohol he brought onto the plane for his flight to the Caribbean.
California university paying students $75 to avoid travel during spring break
The University of California, Davis is offering students $75 to be used for “staycations” to encourage them to avoid nonessential travel during spring break.
Will you go on Spring Break this year?
Many school districts have their spring breaks right around the corner. Have you booked a trip?
MSP Airport preps for busiest travel month since beginning of pandemic
With many preparing to travel for spring break in March, officials at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport are preparing for what is expected to be their busiest month since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
MSP Airport preps for busiest travel month since beginning of pandemic
With many preparing to travel for spring break in March, officials at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport are preparing for what is expected to be their busiest month since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vaccine 'passports' may open society, but inequity looms
Governments say getting vaccinated and having the proper documentation to prove it will smooth the way to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and such efforts have gotten a head start in Israel.
AAA: Gas prices to spike nationwide as country thaws from crippling winter weather
AAA says drivers will temporarily see higher gas prices as much of the country thaws out from last week’s brutal winter weather.