A new version of the annual defense policy bill released Sunday could limit Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s travel plans next year if he doesn’t release video of recent military strikes. Congress is set this week to consider the bill, which includes a provision that would restrict Hegseth’s travel budget for fiscal year 2026 until he …
BETHESDA, Maryland—A recent survey by Marriott Bonvoy found that 91 percent of Americans plan to travel in 2026, and nearly half (49 percent) said they want to travel more than they did in 2025. Two-thirds (67 percent) of participants said they’re prioritizing experiences such as travel over material purchases in 2026. Americans are chasing deeper …
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Survey Indicates U.S. Travelers Dissatisfied with Airport Security – Image Credit Unsplash+ A survey conducted by U.S. Travel and Ipsos shows that a significant portion of Americans are concerned about the efficiency of airport security in the United States compared to other countries. The poll suggests that Congress could address these concerns by redirecting funds …
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The 24/7 AI Hotel Booking Assistant: The New Engine Behind Always-On Direct Revenue – Image Credit TrustYou If you manage a hotel, you already know the drill. Guests browse your website, click around a bit, look at rates… then disappear. You refresh your analytics and see the same frustrating number: a conversion rate hovering around just …
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Ken Clouse and his wife Pam look at a still image taken from a game camera on their porch. The couple says in the last two years, they’ve regularly seen black bears in their neighborhood south of Alpine, Texas. Carlos Morales/NPR hide caption toggle caption Carlos Morales/NPR ALPINE, Texas — In one of the most …
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A new U.S. Travel–Ipsos poll shows Americans fear the United States is falling behind other countries in delivering a modern, efficient travel experience. Congress can make immediate progress by returning billions of dollars from the the 9/11 Passenger Security Fee — a charge added to every airline ticket that is supposed to fund TSA operations …
The Rubenstein Hotel, New Orleans — Photo by Waterford WATERFORD, Conn. – Waterford Hotel Group announced today that it has assumed management of five additional hotels in New Orleans, Louisiana, further strengthening the company’s presence in one of the nation’s most vibrant travel destinations. The five hotels joining the Waterford portfolio are Hotel Le Marais, …
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LEBANON, New Hampshire—Artificial intelligence is changing the way people plan trips—especially among international travelers and women, according to the Global Rescue Fall 2025 Traveler Safety and Sentiment Survey. More than one in five travelers (22 percent) reported using AI tools to plan a trip, but adoption is notably higher among non-U.S. respondents (30 percent) and …
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Gen Z to Revolutionize Travel in 2026: Personalization and Tech Take the Lead – Image Credit Skyscanner Skyscanner’s 2026 Travel Trends report reveals how Gen Z’s unique preferences and technological savvy are shaping the future of travel, with a significant shift towards personalized, experience-driven journeys. Skyscanner has unveiled its 2026 Travel Trends report, which provides …
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Ken Clouse and his wife Pam look at a still image taken from a game camera on their porch. The couple says in the last two years, they’ve regularly seen black bears in their neighborhood south of Alpine, Texas. Carlos Morales/NPR hide caption toggle caption Carlos Morales/NPR ALPINE, Texas — In one of the most …
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