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Jul 04 2026

Georgia Opens Doors to 102 Nations Without Visas

Tbilisi, Georgia - Georgia's expanded visa-free entry regime is drawing steady tourism growth, with overnight visitors up 4% in the first quarter of 2026 despite mixed signals in overall arrivals.

By Jeff Colhoun • 4 min read

Beautiful sunset view of Old Tbilisi from the hill

Jul 04 2026

America's Hidden Gems Outshine Global Destinations

UNITED STATES - As the country marks its semiquincentennial, a longtime nomad reflects on why traveling through America feels increasingly valuable after extensive time overseas.

By Mariana Torres • 5 min read

Family travel adventures on luxury yacht at sunset

Jul 04 2026

Merge Chase Points Across Cards for Maximum Value

NEW YORK - Chase's ability to combine points from different credit cards into a single Ultimate Rewards account can multiply redemption value, with pooled balances now worth about 2.05 cents per point in July 2026 valuations.

By Bob Vidra • 5 min read

Hand holding a digital credit card with a glowing data trail in a dark background.

Jul 04 2026

Swan Hellenic Unveils 10 New Asia-Pacific Cruises

LONDON, United Kingdom - Swan Hellenic expands Minerva's 2027 Asia-Pacific season from five to ten voyages, targeting culturally curious travelers with free balcony upgrades and premium Wi-Fi through early November booking window.

By Bob Vidra • 4 min read

Jul 03 2026

Boeing Tests 737 MAX 10 Autoland in Extreme Crosswinds

MIDLAND, Texas - Boeing flight test crews pushed the 737 MAX 10's automated landing system through punishing crosswinds in Texas to validate certification-critical technology for low-visibility operations.

By James Anthony • 4 min read

Jul 03 2026

Detroit Airport Hikes Fees After Spirit Collapse

DETROIT, Mich. - Landing fees jump 10% and rental fees rise up to 13% at Detroit's main airport after Spirit's closure left empty gates and a major revenue hole.

By Dana Lockwood • 4 min read

Airplane landing at Detroit Michigan mirrored in terminal

Jul 03 2026

Delta Pilots Create Travel Tips Site Amid Labor Dispute

ATLANTA - Delta Air Lines pilots unveil a passenger-advice website with travel tips and consumer-rights guidance, drawing a line between crew safety efforts and management's operational decisions.

By Bob Vidra • 4 min read

Delta Airlines app on the smartphone screen on wooden background with a computer beside it.

Jul 02 2026

Yellowstone's Freak June Snowstorm Shuts Roads

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. - Rare summer snow shuttered high-elevation roads in America's oldest national park just before the July 4 weekend, catching visitors off guard.

By Jeff Colhoun • 4 min read

A herd of bison moving through a blizzard, their breath visible in the cold air.

Jul 02 2026

Lufthansa Bars Fitness Influencer Over Revealing Gym Wear

BERLIN, Germany - A Lufthansa gate agent told a 24-year-old passenger her sports bra and cycling shorts were too revealing to board, sparking debate over airline dress code enforcement and gender bias.

By Mariana Torres • 4 min read

Person in airplane with aerophobia scared of flying doing yoga for relax

Jul 02 2026

Donate Miles to Help Preserve US National Parks

FORT WORTH, Texas - American Airlines asks loyalty members to turn miles into conservation currency as the country approaches its 250th birthday, directing donations to national park preservation through its first official partnership with the National Park Foundation.

By Mariana Torres • 4 min read

Trail through redwoods in Muir Woods National Monument near San Francisco, California, USA

Jul 02 2026

United Rewards Passenger 98K Miles for Flight Delay

BOSTON, Mass. - One traveler's six-figure mile haul at Boston Logan shows the hidden power of overbooking auctions for passengers who play their cards right.

By Mariana Torres • 5 min read

Jun 30 2026

Global Travel Crisis Strands Millions Across Continents

LONDON, United Kingdom - A convergence of severe flight disruptions, record heat across Europe, UK airport chaos, and tightening visa regulations created a sustained travel crisis through late June 2026, upending summer holiday plans.

By Jeff Colhoun • 5 min read