Summer Travel
Coverage of Summer Travel in the Nexus archive.
- Sneaky way scammers are targeting travelers this summer, report says
Scammers are using a sneaky method to target travelers during the summer, according to a report. The article notes that summer travel is already stressful.
- High gas prices and airfare are changing summer travel plans for millions of Americans
A LendingTree survey reveals 75% of Americans have altered summer travel plans due to high gas prices and airfare, with 40% canceling travel entirely. Consumers are scaling back trips, choosing closer destinations, and prioritizing flexibility and credit card rewards to manage costs.
- Your Money Monday: Summer Travel
Melanie Fish, a travel expert, shares money-saving summer travel tips on NY Living. The segment is part of the 'Your Money Monday' series.
- America’s intractable air traffic problem
Tech outages and staff shortages are causing traveler misery as World Cup fans arrive and summer travel peaks.
- How to pick a summer vacation you can actually afford
WalletHub identified Atlanta, Orlando, Austin, Washington DC, and Honolulu as top summer travel destinations for their balance of affordability, good weather, and activities. The survey emphasized budget planning, cautioning against overspending with credit cards, and noted that over 50% of travelers worry about post-vacation bills. Lower-ranked destinations included Las Vegas, Baton Rouge, Des Moines, Jackson, and McAllen.
- Survey: Americans aren't letting soaring costs cancel summer travel -- yet
Americans plan to continue summer travel despite rising costs, opting for more affordable destinations and transportation methods.
- Why Delta's flight cancellation rate is higher than ever - and how it could affect your summer travels
Delta Air Lines is experiencing a higher-than-ever flight cancellation rate, which could disrupt summer travel plans for passengers. The issue may lead to delays, rescheduling challenges, and increased stress for travelers during peak travel season.
- How The Iran War Could Affect Summer Flights
Rising fuel prices due to Iran tensions sparked concerns about potential flight disruptions and vacation cancellations this summer. Bloomberg Opinion columnist Javier Blas explains that despite these worries, airlines are expected to continue normal operations throughout the summer travel season.
- UK airlines given green light to cancel or consolidate flights to conserve jet fuel
UK airlines are allowed to cancel or consolidate flights this summer to conserve jet fuel amid Middle East war disruptions. The measures aim to prevent travel chaos during peak holiday periods by minimizing disruptions through strategic flight adjustments.
- TSA PreCheck offers discount to younger travelers. Here's what to know.
The TSA is offering a discount to younger travelers to encourage enrollment in its PreCheck program ahead of summer travel. The initiative aims to boost participation in the expedited security screening program before peak travel season.
- Middle East conflict causes summer travel uncertainty
The Middle East conflict, particularly the Iran war, is creating uncertainty for summer travel plans. Jacqui Gifford from Travel + Leisure discusses its impact and offers advice for maximizing value during vacations.
- Summer travel planning tips to minimize Iran war's impact on your wallet
The Iran war is causing jet fuel supply shortages and rising costs, complicating summer travel planning. Clint Henderson from The Points Guy offers tips to mitigate financial impacts on CBS News.