Blackout dates are specific days when discounts, rewards, or special offers cannot be used, often during busy travel periods like holidays. Airlines, hotels, and loyalty programs set these dates to manage high demand. Travelers should check for blackout dates before booking to avoid restrictions.
American Airlines is preparing to resume nonstop service between the United States and Venezuela, marking a significant step toward restoring air links suspended since 2019.
London Heathrow has scrapped the long-standing 100ml liquid rule after completing a £1 billion rollout of next-generation security scanners, marking a major shift in airport screening.
Southwest Airlines has officially ended open seating, rolling out assigned seats, premium cabin options, and a redesigned boarding process across its network.
Chicago O’Hare International Airport has overtaken Atlanta to become the busiest airport in the United States, marking a major milestone for U.S. aviation in 2025.
New travel data for 2026 shows travelers rethinking how they plan, pay for, and experience trips, with AI, short getaways, wellness, and flexibility shaping the year ahead.
Marriott International and Al Qimmah Hospitality have signed five new hotel projects in Saudi Arabia, adding more than 2,700 rooms across Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah as tourism demand accelerates.
Lifestyle hospitality group Ennismore is accelerating its growth in the Americas with three new hotel openings planned across Mexico, spanning urban hubs and a major beach destination.
A new Cirium report reveals which airlines and airports delivered the strongest on-time performance in 2025, despite global disruption, airspace constraints, and operational pressure.
Google’s new Universal Commerce Protocol is built to help AI agents complete purchases inside conversations – a model that could translate naturally to complex travel bookings.
U.S. airlines are working to restore Caribbean schedules after temporary airspace restrictions caused hundreds of cancellations and stranded tens of thousands of travelers during the peak holiday period.