Travel industry making a comeback, especially in Chicago
The travel industry says tourism is back and Chicago is raking in the dough.
The travel industry says tourism is back and Chicago is raking in the dough.
Sandals Bahamas hotel guests complained of insecticide odor where Americans found dead: report
Vacationers who have recently been in the area of the Sandals Bahamas resort where three Americans were found dead say they have complained about the "strong odor" of insecticide there, according to a report Tuesday.
Vacationers who have recently been in the area of the Sandals Bahamas resort where three Americans were found dead say they have complained about the "strong odor" of insecticide there, according to a report Tuesday.
3 Americans at Bahamas Sandals resort found dead in unknown 'health emergency'
The local police said they were investigating the "sudden death" of the three Americans, and it remains unclear how the individuals died.
The local police said they were investigating the "sudden death" of the three Americans, and it remains unclear how the individuals died.
Summer vacation ideas for those thinking warmer thoughts
Travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore lays out some great summer vacation ideas for people looking to break out of the pandemic funk.
Travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore lays out some great summer vacation ideas for people looking to break out of the pandemic funk.
What you should know before traveling this summer
Dr. John Whyte, chief medical officer at WebMD, talks about the shifting COVID-19 travel requirements and what you should consider when flying.
Dr. John Whyte, chief medical officer at WebMD, talks about the shifting COVID-19 travel requirements and what you should consider when flying.
Chicago ranked 4th for traffic as air travel takes off
Chicago is getting top rankings, but it is nothing to brag about. Waze ranks our city fourth for worst traffic in the U.S., and the skies will be busy too as summer air travel returns to normal.
Chicago is getting top rankings, but it is nothing to brag about. Waze ranks our city fourth for worst traffic in the U.S., and the skies will be busy too as summer air travel returns to normal.
FAA pledges to keep zero tolerance policy for unruly travelers
The FAA said while the masks may be gone for now, easing arguments over the mandate, passengers are still acting up.
The FAA said while the masks may be gone for now, easing arguments over the mandate, passengers are still acting up.
Fliers, subway riders shed masks after transit mandate lifted: 'Feel free to burn them'
The major airlines and busiest airports rushed to drop their requirements, but many sided with the CDC in recommending that people be voluntarily masked.
The major airlines and busiest airports rushed to drop their requirements, but many sided with the CDC in recommending that people be voluntarily masked.
Lyft, Uber drop mask requirements for riders and drivers
Uber, which had mandated masks since May of 2020, said Tuesday that both riders and drivers will no longer be required to wear them.
Uber, which had mandated masks since May of 2020, said Tuesday that both riders and drivers will no longer be required to wear them.
Face masks now optional on major American airlines, effective immediately
A federal judge in Florida struck down the national mask mandate covering airlines and other public transportation Monday, and the Biden administration said the rule would not be enforced while federal agencies decide how to respond to the judge’s order.
A federal judge in Florida struck down the national mask mandate covering airlines and other public transportation Monday, and the Biden administration said the rule would not be enforced while federal agencies decide how to respond to the judge’s order.
CDC extends travel mask requirement to May 3 amid uptick in COVID-19 cases
The CDC extended the order, which was to expire on April 18, by two weeks to monitor an uptick in COVID-19 cases.
The CDC extended the order, which was to expire on April 18, by two weeks to monitor an uptick in COVID-19 cases.
US passport applicants can select 'X' gender starting Monday
U.S. passport applicants can now select male, female, or unspecified or another gender identity (“X”) as their gender marker starting Monday.
U.S. passport applicants can now select male, female, or unspecified or another gender identity (“X”) as their gender marker starting Monday.
Chicago residents warned of parking restrictions as annual street sweeping season begins
Residents are reminded to check for the bright orange signs announcing temporary parking restrictions.
Residents are reminded to check for the bright orange signs announcing temporary parking restrictions.
Princess Cruises ship docks in San Francisco with multiple COVID cases
A cruise ship that went to the Panama Canal has docked in San Francisco with multiple COVID cases onboard.
A cruise ship that went to the Panama Canal has docked in San Francisco with multiple COVID cases onboard.
Dollywood closes drop tower ride made by same manufacturer as Orlando FreeFall
Tyre Sampson, 14, fell off of the FreeFall ride at Orlando's ICON Park on Thursday night. The ride is 430-feet-tall, according to the attraction. The ride is operated by the SlingShot Group of Companies.
Tyre Sampson, 14, fell off of the FreeFall ride at Orlando's ICON Park on Thursday night. The ride is 430-feet-tall, according to the attraction. The ride is operated by the SlingShot Group of Companies.
Illinois woman killed in freak accident at tourist site at Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico
54-year-old Brenda Holzer of Yorkville was fatally injured Wednesday while climbing the second of four ladders to reach the Alcove House.
54-year-old Brenda Holzer of Yorkville was fatally injured Wednesday while climbing the second of four ladders to reach the Alcove House.
Travel warning issued for Tijuana, Baja California
The warning also says US citizens have been victims of kidnappings.
The warning also says US citizens have been victims of kidnappings.
Airline CEOs, travel groups urge White House to lift mask rules on flights
The CEOs of Delta, American and United Airlines, and others are urging the White House to end a federal mask mandate on airplanes, along with international pre-departure testing requirements.
The CEOs of Delta, American and United Airlines, and others are urging the White House to end a federal mask mandate on airplanes, along with international pre-departure testing requirements.
Lightfoot introduces new Chicago tourism campaign: 'What we're made of'
The summer travel season is right around the corner, and Mayor Lori Lightfoot wants to make Chicago a destination for travelers.
The summer travel season is right around the corner, and Mayor Lori Lightfoot wants to make Chicago a destination for travelers.
Chicago airports brace for influx of travelers during spring break, warmer months
Chicago airports will play host to thousands of travelers in the upcoming weeks for people who are lookiing to seize on the city's loosened COVID requirements as the weather warms up.
Chicago airports will play host to thousands of travelers in the upcoming weeks for people who are lookiing to seize on the city's loosened COVID requirements as the weather warms up.