WestJet Faces Backlash for Charging Passengers to Recline Seats
WestJet has introduced a new fee for reclining seats on select Boeing 737 flights, sparking passenger outrage and renewed debate about shrinking comfort in economy travel.
ADT (Atlantic Daylight Time; Alaska Daylight Time)
ADT stands for Atlantic Daylight Time or Alaska Daylight Time, depending on the region. It’s a time zone used during daylight saving months to extend evening daylight. Travelers may encounter ADT when booking flights, planning itineraries, or checking local times across North America.
OpenAI Lets ChatGPT Users Connect with Booking.com and Expedia Inside the App
ChatGPT now allows users to connect directly with Booking.com and Expedia inside the app, making travel planning faster, easier, and more interactive.
French Strikes Threaten to Shake Up European Air Travel
Pending French air traffic control strikes are expected to cause significant flight disruptions across Europe in early October. Airlines and passengers are bracing for cancellations, delays, and altered travel plans.
Venice Daytripper Fee to Return in 2026: What Visitors Need to Know
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
Venice will reimpose its daytripper fee in 2026 on selected Fridays to Sundays during April through July, extending the number of fee-days and reinforcing measures to manage overtourism.
American Express Unveils New Travel App & Digital Tools to Simplify Trips
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
American Express launches an all-in-one travel app along with digital tools like Amex Passport and lounge wait-times, making planning and travelling more seamless for premium cardholders.
Vienna’s Tourist Tax Soars to 8.5% in December: What This Means for Travelers
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
Get ready for a big jump in Vienna’s tourist tax – from 3.2% to 8.5% of room costs starting December 1, 2025. This means visitors will pay significantly more for accommodation, especially during the popular holiday season.
Visa Hurdles Could Sideline Fans from Attending FIFA World Cup 2026 in the U.S.
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
Planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the U.S.? Many fans may face hurdles – long consular waits, stringent visa requirements, and limited local resources could derail travel plans for attendees from certain countries.
The 10 Most Liveable Cities in the World in 2025
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 3 mins read
From bike-friendly capitals to lakeside havens, these cities lead the world in quality of life, culture, and calm. Discover the top 10 destinations ranked by the Global Liveability Index 2025.
United Airlines Faces Starlink Wi-Fi Service Interruptions Amid Rollout
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
United Airlines has experienced intermittent Wi-Fi outages on flights using Starlink internet, highlighting technical challenges during the early rollout phase of this in-flight connectivity upgrade.
Alaska Airlines to Launch First-Ever Europe Route: Seattle to Rome in 2026
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Yuliya Karotkaya
• 2 mins read
Alaska Airlines is expanding its global footprint with nonstop flights from Seattle to Rome, marking its first transatlantic route and a major milestone in the airline’s growth strategy.