Employers lean into 'Bleisure' travel trend
Heather Larson, president and CEO of Meet Chicago Northwest, explains the new "bleisure" travel trend and why it is catching the eye of more employers.
Delta under investigation after global software outage
Air travel problems across the country started Friday when an update from the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike caused Microsoft outages. The U.S. Department of Transportation has opened an investigation into Delta to ensure the airline is taking care of its passengers amid widespread disruptions.
Global outage grounds flights, affects banks and hospitals
The issue reportedly stemmed from a faulty update.
Chicago airports hit hard by global tech outage
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports live from O'Hare Airport where travelers have been met with delays and cancellations due to a massive tech outage impacting the entire world.
The Mirage Las Vegas says goodbye after 34 years
The Mirage will be transformed into a Hard Rock Hotel set to be shaped like a guitar.
Pan Am returns with $65K trip to relive 'golden days of travel'
Defunct airline Pan Am is returning to the skies for the first time in more than 30 years to help fliers "relive the golden days of travel," but securing a seat to witness its comeback comes with a hefty price tag.
America's best cities, ranked for 2024 on a number of factors
Discover the top-ranked cities in America for 2024 according to Resonance, a global consulting firm, which evaluated factors like livability, culture, economic opportunities, and more.
Alaska raises cruise tourism limits as overtourism concerns grow
Alaska will consider a new policy to limit the number of visitors to its capital, Juneau, amid concerns about the impact of overtourism, expanding on measures introduced last year.
Man stopped at customs with 100 live snakes down his pants
A man was caught by customs trying to smuggle more than 100 live snakes in his pants.
Boeing agrees to plea deal to avoid criminal trial over deadly 737 Max crashes
Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to a criminal fraud conspiracy charge in order to avoid a criminal trial related to two deadly crashes involving 737 MAX jetliners.
What is behind the new 'sleepcation' trend?
Do you ever wish you could get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and just go on a vacation to rest? Well, there's a new trend for travelers, it's called booking a "sleepcation."
Fourth of July travel rush underway in Chicago
Whether it's by train, plane or car, travel experts are predicting a record-breaking holiday weekend. Nearly 71 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home this week.
Data finds Instagram may be the best platform to get a response from airlines
Having flight issues? Here’s the platform where you may have better luck getting a response from your airline’s customer service.
Holiday travel rush cranks up ahead of Fourth of July
Chicago roads and airports are filling up with Fourth of July travelers making their way across the country for the holiday.
World's first 'smart highway' to be built in Michigan
A stretch of I-94 between Ann Arbor and Detroit will soon become the world's first "smart highway." The new technology would allow vehicles to operate more efficiently without the driver's help. Using sensors that most newer vehicles already have, towers along the highway will create a network that allows each car to communicate with one another.
Holiday travel picking up steam ahead of July 4th
As more people are expected to travel for the Fourth of July holiday, the Biden administration is trying to keep gas prices in check.
Traveling tips for families with young kids
Taking the family on a memorable summer vacation sounds like a perfect plan but if the kids aren't behaving it can quickly turn into a nightmare. Today, we talk to two child experts who have excellent traveling tips for families with young kids.
Disney Cruise Line setting sail on first Asia-based ship in 2025
Disney Adventure's homeport will be Marina Bay Cruise Centre in Singapore.
Millions of Americans hit the road for 4th of July weekend
The 4th of July holiday is just around the corner and this could be one for the record books. AAA estimates that 71,000,000 Americans will hit the rails road and skies this year.
Tourist hot spot to ban vacation apartments in bid to make city 'livable' again
Barcelona officials plan to ban short-term tourist apartment rentals by 2028, mirroring policies that have bubbled up across Europe in recent years.