Travel

Apr 25, 2013 by Alex Veiga, AP Business Writer

8 tips on saving money on a cruise vacation

For those undeterred by the mishap that befell the Carnival Triumph in February, nor that of several other headline-grabbing woes that afflicted some of Carnival Corp.'s other ships over the past year, this is a good time to save money on a cruise.

Apr 22, 2013 by The Associated Press

FAA furloughs kick in, some flight delays appear

Commercial airline flights started backing up and delayed some travelers Monday, a day after air traffic controllers started going on furlough because of government spending cuts.

Apr 8, 2013 by Joan Lowy, Associated Press Writer

Full flights, small seats make passengers grumpy

Airline passenger complaints to the Transportation Department surged by one-fifth last year even though other measures such as on-time arrivals and mishandled baggage show airlines are doing a better job, according to a report being released Monday.

Apr 1, 2013 by The Associated Press

Court leaves in place rule for ads on airfares

The Supreme Court is refusing to review a federal rule that requires airlines to include taxes in their advertised fares, a practice that carriers say violates their free-speech rights.

Flyers call knives-on-planes policy 'common sense'

Flyers reacted with shrugs but largely agreed with a new policy announced by the Transportation Security Administration that airline passengers will be able to carry small knives and previously forbidden sports equipment on planes.

Feb 26, 2013 by Gina Maravilla

Best kid-friendly vacation spots

Travel experts say you should book vacations a season ahead. So it’s time to start thinking about getting away for the summer. AAA breaks down the best destinations and attractions for families, depending on the age of the children.

Feb 25, 2013 by Gina Maravilla

There's still time to save on spring-break travel

Even though spring break is right around the corner, it’s not too late to plan a fun vacation and still save a buck. AAA travel expert Megan Saxon says families have a lot of options still available.

Feb 8, 2013 by Catherine Holland

Hawaii bound: Allegiant Air celebrates inaugural non-stop flight to Honolulu

Months after announcing service to Hawaii, Allegiant Air's first direct flight to Honolulu took off from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Friday morning.

Feb 8, 2013 by The Associated Press

Airlines canceling flights in advance of storm, Sky Harbor affected

The big storm heading for the Northeast is already disrupting air travel, and the effects have rippled all the way to Arizona with dozens of flight cancellations at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

Feb 6, 2013 by Tyson Milanovich