Want to Be a Digital Nomad? The Countries Where It’s Easiest, Hardest
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on September 29, 2026
More than 18 million Americans now work while traveling, but visa rules, banking hurdles and unreliable internet can quickly complicate life abroad.
New DOT Rule May Make It Harder to Receive Compensation for Flight Delays
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on September 22, 2026
Starting Oct. 19, 10 types of disruptions will be reclassified, potentially leaving travelers without meal, hotel or refund assistance after long delays.
She Thought She’d Booked a Dream Vacation Rental. Then She Arrived
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on September 20, 2026
Fake reviews, AI-generated photos and off-platform payment requests can turn a convenient rental into a costly and dangerous travel nightmare
United Wants Passengers to Pre-Order Food to Pick Up at the Gate
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on September 3, 2026
The pilot at Newark lets travelers order meals, medicine and travel essentials in the app, while disruption alerts can surface three earlier flights
7 Common Cruise Scenarios Travel Insurance Won’t Cover
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on August 28, 2026
While travel insurance can provide peace of mind for cruises, experts warn that common scenarios are often excluded from standard policies.
These Moms Say Travel Teaches Lessons School Can’t. Are They Right?
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on August 27, 2026
Traveling outside school breaks can trim a family vacation by as much as $5,000, while giving children classroom lessons in museums, cultures and problem-solving.
What Travelers Should Know About Europe’s New ETIAS and EES
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on August 19, 2026
Biometric checks are already active, while a separate $23 authorization for Americans remains delayed as Europe updates its borders
Travelers Could Face Over $17K in Fines if They Pack These Banned Items
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on August 11, 2026
A prohibited item can trigger a $17,062 civil penalty, while rules on batteries, liquids and biometric screening may surprise travelers
Workers Sue TSA Over TSA Gold+, Claim ‘Secretive Push’ of New Program
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on August 9, 2026
A lawsuit over airport screening records exposes how privatization could affect TSA employees, passenger service and security during future funding lapses.
American Airlines Changes Elite Upgrades on Select Routes
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on August 6, 2026
Starting Aug. 25, elite travelers on nine routes may receive premium-economy upgrades instead of the business-class seats they once got at no extra charge
Some Gen Z Aren’t Buying Homes, They’re Investing in Timeshares
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
One Gen Z couple paid nearly $38,000 for vacation points instead of a home down payment — and calls it the smartest investment they’ve made.
5 US Destinations That Feel like Europe, No Passport Required
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 29, 2026
From a car-free Michigan island to a Danish-style California village, five U.S. towns offer European charm without the passport or jet lag.
This Popular European City Just Introduced a Tourist Tax. What to Know
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 26, 2026
Edinburgh now tacks a 5% nightly fee onto hotel and Airbnb bills, with the surcharge expected to raise $67 million a year for city upkeep.
Why One Cannabis Gummy Could Land Travelers in Serious Trouble Abroad
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 17, 2026
A new Thailand customs rule can mean up to 10 years in prison or a $15,000 fine for cannabis found in your luggage — even by accident.
Goodbye, Middle Seat. United’s New Seating Design Offers Extra Space
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 14, 2026
United will swap the middle seat for a shared table on its newest jets, but hasn’t revealed what this upgraded Economy Plus perk will cost fliers.
The Secret to Booking a Five-Star Hotel for Under $150 a Night
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 13, 2026
Hotels.com data shows international five-star stays average $250 a night versus $370 in the U.S., with some destinations dipping below $150.
The US Renewed Its Travel Warning for This Caribbean Island
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
Turks and Caicos’ renewed Level 2 advisory warns of assault and scams, plus a strict ammo law that’s landed tourists in jail for a stray bullet.
United Trials New Program to Make Early Morning Flights Less Stressful
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on July 4, 2026
Nearly 1,600 bags have already gone through United’s new night-before check-in trial at Chicago O’Hare — here’s how to use it.
These Are the 10 Most Expensive Destinations in the World
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on June 29, 2026
New data reveals travelers are cutting back on everyday spending to fund bucket-list trips — and the priciest destination averages $27,195 for just 18 days.
July 4 Flights Are Getting Cheaper, but This Is the Priciest Day to Fly
Kathleen Wong and USA TODAY on June 24, 2026
Flying on July 2 costs 25% more than the holiday itself — book on July 4 and pay as little as $286 for a domestic flight, according to new data.
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