Sonder Abruptly Goes Out of Business After Marriott Terminates Licensing Deal
Sonder, a short-term rental and boutique hotel company that had a licensing deal with Marriott, abruptly went out of business, stranding guests worldwide. Source link
More Flight Troubles Expected Before the Shutdown Ends
Airlines brace for further chaos, even as eight Democratic senators broke ranks with their party to back a deal that could end the shutdown. Source link
4 Luxurious New Zealand Lodges Where the Scenery Is the Star
Spread out along the road between Christchurch and Queenstown, lodge hotels, many in remote spots, offer luxury with a sense of place. Source link
Koh Lan Is Thailand’s Antidote to the ‘White Lotus’ Frenzy in Koh Samui
While crowds flock to Koh Samui with its five-star resorts and thong-thronged beaches, Koh Lan, within two hours of Bangkok, offers an alternative. Source link
William Rataczak, Co-Pilot of Flight Hijacked by D.B. Cooper, Dies at 86
He was a witness to one of the most riveting unsolved crimes in American history, which inspired scores of conspiracy theories and obsessed amateur sleuths. Source link
Trump Administration Scraps Cash Payments for Delayed or Canceled Flights
A Biden-era rule, now halted, would have forced airlines to pay passengers up to $775 in cash for significant flight disruptions. Source link
What’s a Digital Passport and How Does It Work?
Apple joined Google this week in allowing travelers to add their passports to their cellphone “wallets.” As the holiday travel season nears, here’s what you need to know. Source link
In Mexico, Nothing Says ‘Good Morning’ Like a Concha
Chefs are elevating what’s long been a basic street cart breakfast with novel flavors and updated ingredients. Source link
Canada-U.S. Travel Drops for 10th Month Amid Trump Tariff Tensions
The drop has been reflected in air and car travel, according to Canadian statistics. Tensions over tariffs placed by the Trump administration spurred calls for Canadians to spend their money at home. Source link
Private Aviation Has Boomed During the Government Shutdown
As the government’s closure drags on, commercial airline passengers are suffering. But private aviation is doing banner business. Source link