Hotels across parts of the Caribbean are discounting rooms by as much as 40% as heavy sargassum seaweed washes ashore, disrupting beach vacations and raising questions about how clearly travelers are being warned before they arrive.
Travelers who discover a resort fee only after checkout may have several options, from disputing the charge with the hotel to filing complaints with regulators and card issuers. Consumer rules around hidden hotel fees have tightened, making clear disclosure more important than ever.
Drivers heading into Pennsylvania in 2026 should think twice before touching their phones behind the wheel. A new statewide distracted driving law makes hand-held device use a primary offense, changing what can get motorists pulled over.
A new affordability snapshot shows that in several high-cost states, $1 million in retirement savings may not last as long as many Americans expect. Housing, health care, taxes and everyday expenses are driving the gap.
Bilt’s new $495-a-year Palladium card pushes the company deeper into premium travel rewards. Whether it makes sense for most people depends less on the headline perks and more on one practical question: how much value a cardholder can actually get from Bilt points.
A new survey asking Americans which US city they would never visit again sparked strong reactions and a few unexpected answers. The results highlight how travel memories, safety concerns, costs, and crowding shape where people say they will not return.
United Airlines has updated its in-flight policy to make clear that passengers who play music, videos, or games without headphones can be removed from a flight. The change sparked strong reactions online from travelers who say the issue has become increasingly common.
A common family vacation habit is drawing new scrutiny as more adult children question whether sharing one hotel room with parents is practical, fair, or financially necessary. Travel advisors and etiquette experts say the answer depends less on age alone and more on privacy, budget, and clear expectations.
