Will REAL ID be required for other transportation after May 7?
To begin, driving will not be impacted by the new requirement, so road trips are still fair game for anyone without a REAL ID.
To begin, driving will not be impacted by the new requirement, so road trips are still fair game for anyone without a REAL ID.
Real ID now required for air travel
After years of anticipation, Real ID is now required for air travelers in the U.S.
After years of anticipation, Real ID is now required for air travelers in the U.S.
REAL ID now required for most to fly within the US
Starting Wednesday, people traveling on a domestic flight and using a state-issued ID to get through security are required to have one that meets federal REAL ID requirements.
Starting Wednesday, people traveling on a domestic flight and using a state-issued ID to get through security are required to have one that meets federal REAL ID requirements.
Real ID deadline is here: What to know if you haven’t gotten one yet
We have been talking about Real ID for months, and now we are just hours away from the deadline to need Real ID to fly within the U.S. The Chief of Homeland Security just provided some relief for those who have not gotten their upgraded ID's.
We have been talking about Real ID for months, and now we are just hours away from the deadline to need Real ID to fly within the U.S. The Chief of Homeland Security just provided some relief for those who have not gotten their upgraded ID's.
The REAL ID deadline is here: What to know
Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem said Tuesday that travelers with no REAL ID will be allowed to fly for now, but with probable extra steps. If you still need a REAL ID, these are the steps to apply.
Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem said Tuesday that travelers with no REAL ID will be allowed to fly for now, but with probable extra steps. If you still need a REAL ID, these are the steps to apply.
People are choosing the path less traveled for vacations this year, studies show
Have you heard of "detour destinations?"
Have you heard of "detour destinations?"
3 small WA businesses voted most worth a 1-hour drive
Which small businesses in western Washington are worth a one-hour drive? This is the question a new survey sought to answer.
Which small businesses in western Washington are worth a one-hour drive? This is the question a new survey sought to answer.
REAL ID deadline is May 7: What US travelers need to know before flying
Beginning May 7, U.S. travelers must show a REAL ID or valid alternative to fly domestically. Here's what this means:
Beginning May 7, U.S. travelers must show a REAL ID or valid alternative to fly domestically. Here's what this means:
Hawaii raises hotel and cruise taxes to fund climate response: What travelers should know
Hawaii just passed a new law increasing hotel and cruise taxes to fund climate and wildfire prevention. Here’s what it means for visitors.
Hawaii just passed a new law increasing hotel and cruise taxes to fund climate and wildfire prevention. Here’s what it means for visitors.
Hawaii plans to increase hotel tax to help it cope with climate change
Hawaii lawmakers plan to raise lodging taxes and use the funds to support climate programs—a first-of-its-kind move for the state.
Hawaii lawmakers plan to raise lodging taxes and use the funds to support climate programs—a first-of-its-kind move for the state.
Popular cruises drop island stop amid gang violence: What to know
As summer travel quickly approaches, cruise lines are steering clear of a Caribbean island due to safety concerns.
As summer travel quickly approaches, cruise lines are steering clear of a Caribbean island due to safety concerns.
Real ID is one week away
If you travel, the May 7 REAL ID deadline is quickly approaching.
If you travel, the May 7 REAL ID deadline is quickly approaching.
Using artificial intelligence to book your summer travel
With summer travel season just around the corner, hear how you can utilize artificial intelligence to plan your next vacation.
With summer travel season just around the corner, hear how you can utilize artificial intelligence to plan your next vacation.
Seattle cruise season sets sail with record-breaking demand, big economic impact
Nearly two million cruise passengers are expected to pass through Seattle over the next five months, marking what is projected to be another record-setting season for the Emerald City’s cruise industry.
Nearly two million cruise passengers are expected to pass through Seattle over the next five months, marking what is projected to be another record-setting season for the Emerald City’s cruise industry.
Seattle cruise season sets sail with record-breaking demand
Nearly two million cruise passengers are expected to pass through Seattle over the next five months, marking what is projected to be another record-setting season for the Emerald City’s cruise industry.
Nearly two million cruise passengers are expected to pass through Seattle over the next five months, marking what is projected to be another record-setting season for the Emerald City’s cruise industry.
WA pilot program offers free walk-on ferry rides to San Juan Islands
A new, fare-free way to travel to the San Juan Islands is now available for the next several weeks.
A new, fare-free way to travel to the San Juan Islands is now available for the next several weeks.
North Cascades Highway in WA reopens to public on Earth Day
The North Cascades Highway reopened to the public on Earth Day, April 22, offering drivers access through one of Washington’s most scenic routes.
The North Cascades Highway reopened to the public on Earth Day, April 22, offering drivers access through one of Washington’s most scenic routes.
Best US travel destinations this summer, ranked by cost and attractions
A new WalletHub study ranks the most affordable and fun US metro areas for summer 2025 travel, based on cost, convenience, and variety of attractions.
A new WalletHub study ranks the most affordable and fun US metro areas for summer 2025 travel, based on cost, convenience, and variety of attractions.
Taking a summer vacation this year? You'll be in the minority, poll suggests
Americans admit in a recent survey that they are having to figure out alternatives to taking a summer getaway due to their finances.
Americans admit in a recent survey that they are having to figure out alternatives to taking a summer getaway due to their finances.
Airlines cutting summer travel options: How you can plan ahead
If you're planning to fly this summer, you may notice fewer options. Some major airlines are cutting their flight schedules.
If you're planning to fly this summer, you may notice fewer options. Some major airlines are cutting their flight schedules.