Turkey Cracks Down on Fliers Who Stand Up Too Soon, Threatening Fines
As of this month, passengers who stand before planes fully stop may be fined by the Turkish government. Source link
They Inhaled a Gas and Scaled Everest in Days. Is It the Future of Mountaineering?
A group of British men went from London to the summit of Everest and back in less than a week with the help of xenon gas. Mountaineers and the Nepalese government weren’t pleased. Source link
Southwest Airlines Sets Baggage Fees
Until now, it was the only major U.S. airline that allowed passengers to check two bags at no extra cost. On May 28, most passengers will start paying $35 for their first bag. Source link
Memorial Day Storms Cause Delays for Holiday Travelers
Thunderstorms in the south and central United States caused flight delays during Memorial Day weekend, the beginning of the summer travel season. Source link
An Itinerary For a Road Trip Through Northern Michigan
After a drive through this bountiful area of Grand Traverse Bay, your car will overflow with organic fruit and vegetables, freshly caught whitefish, baked goods and more. Just don’t forget to bring a cooler. Source link
Inside United Airlines’ Operation at Newark Airport
Amid dire conditions at the airport, an airline operations crew has had to figure out how to get more than 600 flights a day to take off and land without incident. Source link
In Italy, a Collection of New and Restored Accommodations
Whether your budget is $100 a night or $1,800, a selection of new and restored hotels and luxury villas await in Rome, Tuscany and beyond. Source link
The Enduring Appeal of the American Drive-In
Has anything really changed at drive-in theaters across the country? A photographer based in Bozeman, Mont., visited a few to find out. Source link
Aix-en-Provence Celebrates Cézanne With Monthslong Series of Events
Aix-en-Provence, the French city where the artist spent most of his life, is celebrating all things Cézanne this summer with the reopening of his estate and studio. Source link
Rethinking a Trip to Yellowstone or Zion? Here Are 5 State Parks to Visit Instead.
With popular destinations like Yellowstone and Zion hit hard by staffing cuts, nearby state parks offer beauty and majesty with far less uncertainty. Source link