Record number of Americans expected to travel this 4th of July: AAA

More than 50 million Americans may travel this 4th of July 2023 weekend, AAA reported. But with record travel expected, some times may be better to drive than others.

Record-breaking travel weekend at ABIA for Fourth of July

AAA predicts almost 4 million Texans will travel for the Fourth of July weekend, with 400,000 of those expected to fly. Spokespeople at Austin Bergstrom International Airport are asking travelers for their patience.

The world's largest cruise ship is almost ready to set sail

Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas successfully completed its first round of sea trials in Europe, and is now one step closer to its 2024 debut in Miami.

United CEO Scott Kirby slams FAA for flight cancellations, delays

The head of United Airlines lambasted the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) claiming that air traffic control staffing problems led to flight disruptions in the New York City area over the weekend. 

Search intensifies for Italy tourist who carved name in Colosseum

Italy’s culture and tourism ministers have vowed to find and punish a tourist who was filmed carving his name and that of his apparent girlfriend in the wall of the Colosseum in Rome, a crime that resulted in hefty fines in the past.

Van Leeuwen is looking for an ice cream taster

Van Leeuwen, the ice cream company known for wacky flavors, is celebrating its 15th birthday with a contest that could land you the role of LICT: lead ice cream taster.

Cheez-It-themed rest stop features pump that fills your car with crackers

Attention Cheez-It fans: The “biggest, cheeziest roadside attraction” has opened for a limited time. Here’s how to get your fill.

United Airlines pilots union moves closer to strike

The pilots union voted unanimously to authorize a strike vote, Unite Master Executive Council Char Capt. Garth Thompson announced in a letter sent to members Friday.

Senators push for FAA to evaluate airplane seat sizes

Two Democratic senators want the FAA to address shrinking airplane seat sizes related to growing concerns about comfort and safety.