Today in travel.

Airlinesaerotime.aero13 Nov

US airlines brace for busiest travel day since pandemic amid Thanksgiving rush

US airlines expect to carry nearly 29 million passengers over the 2026 Thanksgiving travel weekend, with the biggest….

Airlinesthepointsguy.com13 Nov

American unveils 9-route LAX shakeup with new, expanded service — and 2 cuts

American Airlines is adding new service from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and bolstering several existing routes. Plus, two routes are ending.

Transportislingtongazette.co.uk13 Nov

Microsoft outage disrupts rail passenger e - tickets

A global Microsoft outage has disrupted rail passengers' access to e-tickets, causing inconvenience.

Techrnz.co.nz13 Nov

SpaceX is set to make an audacious grab for holy grail of rocketry . Here are the risks

SpaceX is attempting to bring every part of its massive Starship back to dry land intact, a crucial test that could revolutionize spaceflight.

Transportdarlingtonandstocktontimes.co.uk13 Nov

Prior Pursglove College staff kick off five - day strike | Darlington and Stockton Times

College staff in Darlington have gone on strike due to financial concerns and erosion of confidence in leadership.

Transportmix93.fm13 Nov

Michigan sues Mackinac Island ferry operator , claims it a monopoly

Michigan is suing the company that owns and operates ferry services on Mackinac Island, alleging they have monopolized the market.

Airlinesthepointsguy.com13 Nov

How to book your dream trip to London with the American Express and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club 30% transfer bonus

See how I booked Virgin Atlantic flights and a Virgin Hotels stay with Amex points, plus how eligible U.S. cardmembers can get a 30% bonus through Nov.

Airlinesdailymail.co.uk13 Nov

Inside Singapore Airlines' £1.2bn makeover: Travel expert gets first-hand look at enormous first-class beds and major upgrade to economy

From memory foam mattresses and fully closing suite doors to 5ft-wide first-class beds, Singapore Airlines is pulling out all the stops in its bid to raise the bar.

Placestravelweek.ca13 Nov

Always keeping options open, one airline’s list of recent CTA approvals

Airlines often apply to the CTA for licenses to operate or codeshare on routes that may not transpire for years, if at all.

Airlinestravelweek.ca13 Nov

High airfares becoming the new norm as jet fuel costs soar: AAPA

Major airlines across the Asia-Pacific, Europe and North America have raised base fares, hiked fuel surcharges or added extra fees since the Iran war began in late February.

Placestravelweek.ca13 Nov

Park’N Fly makes parking pay off for advisors

In this week’s Take 5, Frank DeCesare, VP Sales and Marketing, discusses the company’s new Travel Agent Learning Hub, agency incentives and exclusive client savings, and how advisors can make airport parking part of the vacation planning conversation.

Airlinesskift.com13 Nov

Beyond Miles: Earning Loyalty Through Proactive Care

Airlines can expand the value of loyalty currencies by allowing travelers to redeem rewards for services beyond flights and upgrades.

Airlinesindependent.co.uk13 Nov

British Airways plane tail strikes runway as aircraft lands at Heathrow

A British Airways plane suffered a tail strike as it attempted to land at Heathrow Airport on Thursday (12 November). Footage captured by a Big Jet TV webcam showed flight BA431 approaching the runway.

Airlinesskift.com13 Nov

How Airlines Can Own the Whole Trip in the AI Era

Airlines have an opportunity to extend their customer relationships beyond flights as AI agents reshape travel planning and booking.

Airlinesskift.com13 Nov

New Webinar: Turning Travel Disruptions Into Guest Loyalty

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Placesdailymail.co.uk13 Nov

Forget a 'Mamma Mia' summer! These Greek islands are just as magical in winter - with no crowds, fantastic food and beautiful scenery

Think the Greek islands shut down after summer? Think again - these seven destinations have plenty to offer all year round.

Airlinesskift.com13 Nov

How Proactive AI Is Changing the Airline Customer Experience

Airlines considering proactive AI agents face an implementation decision: how much responsibility should they give the technology before it has demonstrated reliable performance in routine customer service?

Airlinesaerotime.aero13 Nov

BA-owner IAG offers access to 122M travelers through new advertising firm

International Airlines Group (IAG), owner of British Airways and Iberia, is offering businesses and brands access to 122….

Placesindependent.co.uk13 Nov

The adventure-filled Middle East country you should visit in 2027

As visitor numbers drop across the Middle East, Tamara Davison meets the people who are keeping Oman’s tourism industry afloat and learns why now could be the perfect time to explore the deserts, mountains and cities of this Gulf state

Placesskift.com13 Nov

The Hotel Restaurant Is Becoming the Main Event Again

Hotel restaurants are becoming destinations again. The smartest owners are giving chefs and operators the freedom to create places with their own character and following, rather than trying to serve every guest at every hour.

Airlinesaerotime.aero13 Nov

SpiceJet flights from Dubai cancelled over unpaid airport fees: reports

Several SpiceJet flights from Dubai have been cancelled due to unpaid airport fees, according to reports shared by….

Placesindependent.co.uk13 Nov

How a nature reserve in Tuscany taught me to be comfortable in silence

Leaving behind the constant acoustics of concrete London, Natalie Wilson tapped into the wilds of the Tuscan Apennines for lessons in stillness at Oasyhotel

Placestravelweek.ca13 Nov

Porter expands winter sun schedule with five new destinations

TORONTO — Porter Airlines is giving Canadian sun seekers more ways to escape winter with 22 new routes to warm-weather destinations. The expanded winter schedule represents a 75% increase in seat capacity compared to last year, building on the airline’s inaugural season of service to Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America, which carried well over 200,000 passengers.

Airlinesaerotime.aero13 Nov

A380 startup Global Airlines ordered into compulsory liquidation by UK court

Airbus A380 startup Global Airlines has been ordered into compulsory liquidation by the Insolvency and Companies Court in….

Airportsskift.com13 Nov

Saudi Hotel Builders Keep Going as Attacks Scare Off Foreign Visitors

Saudi hotel developers are still building through Houthi attacks, and a record pipeline shows it. But their bet rests on domestic and religious travel.

Airlinesaerotime.aero13 Nov

‘Build an airport that can adapt.’ Alton Aviation’s Mabel Kwan on APAC financing

Asia Pacific is expected to drive more than half of global aviation growth in the coming decades. Building….

Placeseturbonews.com13 Nov

A Resort Hotel in Tenerife Taken Hostage by Squatters

A resort hotel in Tenerife has been occupied by squatters, highlighting the island's housing shortage and strained relationship with mass tourism.

Techgadget.co.za13 Nov

Travel Tech : The great frequent flyer betrayal – Gadget

Frequent flyers are discovering that loyalty to an airline is worth less than loyalty to its financial services, with some airlines cutting miles earned by ordinary members.

Airlinesaerotime.aero12 Nov

Archer Aviation and Formula 1 partnership could see air taxi flights at races

Archer Aviation and Formula 1 have signed a multi-year partnership that could see air taxi flights at Grand….

Airlinesthepointsguy.com12 Nov

JSX brings semi-private flights to Boston with 2 new routes

JSX will launch its semi-private jet service from Boston in February with new routes to New York City and Miami.

Staysdailymail.co.uk12 Nov

Is this the ULTIMATE getaway? The £178,000 round-the-world holiday where guests fly by private jet, sail on luxury yachts and stay in some of the world's most exclusive hotels

The 23-day adventure takes in six countries, with a private chef, dedicated concierge and a 'journey physician' on hand throughout.

Airlinesaerotime.aero12 Nov

Vertical says new quality certification matches Airbus and Boeing standards

Electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer Vertical Aerospace has said a newly awarded quality certification matches….

Airlinesaerotime.aero12 Nov

Emirates strikes deal to take ownership of six Airbus A380 aircraft

Emirates will take ownership of six Airbus A380-800 aircraft currently operated as part of its fleet under a….

Placestheguardian.com12 Nov

‘A web of canals and cobbled streets’: a city break in Haarlem in the Netherlands

A short ride from Amsterdam, this laid-back city has great museums, cosy bars and a new exhibition featuring the works of Rembrandt and local artist Frans Hals this winter It’s only 15 minutes away from the Dutch capital by train, but Haarlem feels a million miles from Amsterdam, and perhaps provides a more typical glimpse of the Netherlands than trailing around the well-worn tourist trail of Van Gogh, coffee shops and red lights. An attractive c

Airportsibtimes.com.au12 Nov

Middle East Airport Status Today : Dubai , Doha Open as Riyadh Limps Back

Most Middle East airports are open, but travelers face cancellations and disruptions due to the ongoing war in the region.

Airlinesthepointsguy.com11 Nov

American Airlines elite status: What it is and how to earn it

American Airlines elite status can provide significant value to frequent travelers. Learn about American elite status and whether it is right for you.

Airlinesdailymail.co.uk11 Nov

'After two, have a cup of tea': Ryanair boss demands airport booze crackdown amid spate of drunken onboard incidents

The airline chief says passengers should have to show their boarding passes when ordering alcohol, arguing airports are profiting from excessive drinking.