Disney’s Next Cruise Ship Has a Few Surprises up Its Sleeve
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on October 8, 2026
The ship sails Dec. 18, 2027, while bookings open Oct. 12 for eligible club members and Oct. 19 for everyone else.
Disney World, Disneyland Increase Some Ticket Prices. See How Much
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on October 6, 2026
Magic Kingdom admission now reaches $229 on two holiday dates, while Disneyland’s park-hopper add-on climbs as much as $10, and cheaper dates could help trim the bill.
‘We Can’t Wait’: When Restroom Access Is a Critical Need
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on October 5, 2026
Nearly 1 in 100 Americans has IBD, and travelers can use a free restroom-finder app and a card explaining urgent access needs.
The Price of Holiday Travel Just Hit a Level Travelers Haven’t Seen
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on October 2, 2026
Thanksgiving fares average $402, while international tickets to Oceania top $2,000 at Christmas; flexible dates and booking tactics could help trim the bill.
5 Things You Must Do at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on October 1, 2026
A 12-minute lagoon show, a $14.99 shareable pizza and five scare zones offer more than jump scares during this year’s event.
Hundreds Are Missing in Nepal. Would You Know What to Do?
Eve Chen, Nathan Diller and USA TODAY on August 27, 2026
Medical evacuations can cost $100,000 or more, making a few simple preparations and the right travel coverage especially important abroad
The New Way Zion Visitors Can Explore Rugged Trails
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on August 18, 2026
A free all-terrain wheelchair, trail restrictions and a disability-access pass could change how some visitors plan their Zion trip.
United’s Newest Polaris Suites Just Got a Major Privacy Upgrade
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on August 10, 2026
Newly certified doors are rolling out on select Boeing 787-9 routes, but the upgrade is limited to international business-class cabins
It’s So Hot, Tree Branches Are Breaking at Yosemite
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on August 6, 2026
The park says black oak limbs can fall without warning on hot, calm afternoons, so visitors should avoid sitting or camping beneath them.
This Is One of Universal’s Most Expensive Hotels. Is It Worth It?
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on August 6, 2026
A two-night stay can swing from $536 to more than $2,000, while one major theme-park perk is notably missing for guests.
What Airlines Owe Travelers if Tropical Storm Bertha Cancels, Delays Flights
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on July 22, 2026
Over 500 flights were already scrubbed Wednesday morning — here’s what federal rules actually require airlines to pay you
United Responds to Report about Free Airport Changes over Trump Name
Josh Rivera, Eve Chen and USA TODAY on July 17, 2026
An internal memo hinted flyers could dodge Florida’s Trump-renamed airport for free, but United says agents got the policy wrong.
Disneyland Just Raised Food Prices. How Much, How to Still Save
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on July 15, 2026
Popcorn now runs $7 and some menu items jumped over 20%, but a gift-card hack and off-peak tickets can still trim your park tab.
How to Protect Yourself From Bed Bugs When You Travel
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
An Orkin entomologist shares the SLEEP checklist he personally uses in every hotel room, plus the laundry trick that kills bed bugs at home.
With Storms Brewing, You Might Have a Chance to Change Your Flight
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on June 17, 2026
At least four major airlines are waiving flight change fees for travelers booked through storm-affected cities — but most rebooking windows close today.
Disney World Just Changed a Popular Free Transportation Perk
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on June 16, 2026
Starting June 28, day visitors without a hotel stay or dining reservation will lose access to Disney Springs’ free resort buses and watercraft.
I Stayed at One of Disney’s Cheapest Hotels. Was It Worth It?
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on June 11, 2026
Disney resort perks like free parking and early park entry aren’t reserved for luxury guests — one budget hotel starts at $99 a night and includes them all.
Travelers Will Soon Be Able to Pay $750 to Fast-Track US Visas
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on June 9, 2026
Starting July 1, a $750 surcharge will let some travelers skip the U.S. visa interview queue — on top of the standard $185 application fee.
Visiting Barcelona Could Soon Cost More for Some Tourists
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on May 18, 2026
Barcelona’s mayor wants to double the 4-euro cruise passenger surcharge — pushing the cap past 8 euros per day — and the change could take effect as soon as 2027.
Your Go-To Payment App May Not Work Abroad. What to Use Instead
Eve Chen and USA TODAY on April 24, 2026
The State Department has started warning travelers after consular offices worldwide saw Americans stranded without cash — and the list of apps that go dark the moment you leave the U.S. is longer than you’d expect.
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