Germany Strike Causes Flight Cancellations

A widespread strike by German airport ground staff and security personnel demanding better wages has caused significant disruption to European air travel, particularly affecting flights between Spain’s Barcelona and Girona airports and major German hubs like Munich and Frankfurt. Hundreds Read More …

Not Just Here: Major Travel Disruptions Amid Extreme Weather in China

For North American travelers embarking on cruises that include stops in China, recent extreme weather events highlight the importance of travel preparedness. Blizzards in northern regions like Shandong and record-breaking heat in southern hubs like Shanghai are causing significant disruptions Read More …

New Strike Paralyzes Airports In Germany

Passengers flying with British Airways, Lufthansa, Ryanair, Emirates, EasyJet, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Austrian Airlines are facing major flight cancellations and delays as a 24-hour strike disrupts operations at Cologne-Bonn and Düsseldorf airports in Germany. The strike, organized by the Verdi trade union, will take place from Sunday, Read More …

Belgium Strikes & Rail Disruptions Threaten Travel

Belgium is bracing for a period of significant travel disruption as a series of strikes and industrial actions are set to impact the nation throughout February and March. Travelers planning to visit the country are strongly advised to prepare for Read More …

UK Snow, Ice, Floods Cause Travel Chaos

The UK is battling a wave of extreme winter weather, with heavy snow, ice, and severe flooding causing widespread disruption. Major incidents have been declared in Leicestershire and Lincolnshire due to extensive flooding, requiring numerous rescues and evacuations. Tragically, a Read More …

Rising Travel Costs Led To Big Travel Insurance Payouts

As travel costs surged in 2024, more travelers sought protection through travel insurance, leading to an 18% increase in paid claims over the previous year. This rise in claims coincided with a dramatic 37% spike in payout amounts, which grew from an Read More …

Wild Airline Passengers Rack Up Record Fines

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued over $20 million in fines to unruly passengers since the pandemic began in 2020. This represents a significant increase from pre-pandemic levels, when fines were less than $400,000 in 2019. The highest annual Read More …