A proposed U.S. policy to review some visa applicants’ social media activity is raising new concerns about international travel, with many Americans saying it could affect their willingness to visit Europe. The debate reflects broader anxiety about privacy, border checks, and how travel rules are changing.
TikTok has rolled out a new travel booking feature that lets users move from watching destination videos to reserving hotels and activities. Early interest in the U.S. shows how quickly the app is becoming a trip-planning tool, not just a source of inspiration.
Milan is drawing more American visitors as new flights, major cultural openings, and a strong luxury and food scene reshape the Italian city’s image. What was once a business stop is increasingly becoming a main destination for U.S. travelers.
As World Cup planning ramps up, a new budget-focused ranking of the 11 U.S. FIFA host cities shows where fans are most likely to save on hotels, transit, and food. The list matters for travelers already eyeing 2026 match trips across the country.
Seattle is shaping up as one of the most appealing and manageable FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities, with strong transit, a compact visitor core and a proven soccer fan base. Travelers who book early may find a smoother, more affordable tournament experience than in some bigger U.S. markets.
Americans heading out for summer trips are facing the steepest seasonal travel costs in years, from higher airfares and hotel rates to pricier car rentals and theme park tickets. New federal inflation data and industry reports show the squeeze is broad, even as demand for vacations stays strong.
Travelers who still do not have a REAL ID-compliant license may soon face a $45 charge at TSA checkpoints under a newly announced federal fee. The change raises the cost of showing up to the airport without an acceptable ID after years of deadline delays.
New survey data and travel industry research suggest that adults who grew up in families that rarely left their hometown now approach travel with different habits, motivations, and anxieties. Researchers say the gap is driven less by income than by familiarity, confidence, and what people learned at home.
