Take a drive: What to know about car rental prices this summer Travelers heading to the car rental counter have been enjoying a fairly smooth ride on prices in recent years although the industry isn’t immune to inflation.
Coffee prices heat up, travel costs cool off That morning brew gets pricier, while traveling gets more budget-friendly — here’s the latest on what’s driving consumer prices.
FTC “junk fees” rule: What it means for travel, rentals and event tickets The new FTC rule banning hidden fees in travel and ticketing requires that total prices be shown up front, which could help buyers avoid surprise costs at checkout.
Business of Play: Airport lounges balance access and exclusivity As Americans shift their credit card spending toward travel, getting into airport lounges can be a worthy investment.
Money meets lifestyle: Sports tourism is on a $1.3 trillion trip Traveling for the purpose of watching or participating in a sporting event or activity generates $609 billion worldwide and accounts for 10% of tourism spending overall.
Road trips race ahead in popularity as people stretch travel dollars Americans are hitting the roads in record amounts, with car trips leveraging lower gas prices and a higher need for travel flexibility.
Summer glam, now bundled: How travel platforms are going full-service From in-home chefs to curated spa getaways, travel companies are redefining vacation convenience at a click.
Adding Value: How to travel smart and live a little Travel smart and live a little. July offers a fresh start for the second half of 2025 and plenty of travel opportunities for all types of budgets and interests.
Half of Americans say vacation memories are priceless, yet 1 in 3 plan to cut back travel spending According to new Empower research, 47% say the increased cost of living, economy (44%), and tariffs (30%) are impacting 2025 travel plans.
The changing landscape of travel rewards Points and miles still open doors to travel and unique experiences — but using them may take a little more strategy than it used to.
Pets on a plane: Americans’ newest vacation companions are transforming travel With more pet owners than ever taking their furry friends along on family vacations, pet travel is emerging as a major industry, expected to reach $4.6 billion by 2032.
Workcation nation: When the office goes on the road Once confined to cubicles and corner offices, professionals are now logging in from sunlit terraces, mountain lodges, and seaside cafés for workcations.