TSA Confirms Early Success of ConfirmID as REAL ID Enforcement Tightens
TSA reports strong early results from the rollout of ConfirmID, a paid identity verification option for travelers without REAL ID, as airport compliance rates rise nationwide.
REAL ID
REAL ID is a U.S. federal standard for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards. It’s required for boarding domestic flights and entering certain federal facilities in the United States. Travelers must ensure their ID is REAL ID–compliant or carry an alternative approved document, such as a passport.
China’s Spring Festival Travel Rush Puts Smart Airports to the Ultimate Test
China’s annual Spring Festival travel rush is underway, with record passenger volumes, longer holidays, and smart airport technology reshaping the world’s largest human migration.
Caesars Palace Unveils a New Era of Ultra-Luxury With Redesigned Presidential and Sky Villas
Caesars Palace has completed a major redesign of its Presidential Villas and Sky Villas, marking a significant milestone in the resort’s broader transformation as it approaches its 60th anniversary.
American Airlines Plans Return to Venezuela with First U.S. Flights Since 2019
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Yuliya Karotkaya
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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.
Heathrow Ends the 100ml Rule as New Scanners Transform Airport Security
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Yuliya Karotkaya
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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 Begins Assigned Seating Era With Premium Options and New Boarding System
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Yuliya Karotkaya
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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 Reclaims Title as America’s Busiest Airport
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Yuliya Karotkaya
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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.
The World’s Most Punctual Airlines and Airports in 2025, According to Cirium
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Yuliya Karotkaya
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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.
Caribbean Flights Resume After U.S. Airspace Curbs Trigger Widespread Airline Disruptions
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Yuliya Karotkaya
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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.
New ESTA Proposal Could Require Social Media History, Biometric Data, and Family Details for US Travelers
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Yuliya Karotkaya
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Travelers planning US trips may soon face stricter ESTA rules, including mandatory social media disclosure, expanded personal details, and new biometric checks.