Airbnb rolls out new search categories, protection for renters
The company will also let people book split stays between homes and it promised new protections for renters when listings fall short of advertised promises.
TSA to add screeners at busy airports ahead of summer travel surge
TSA Administrator David Pekoske said nearly 1,000 employees have volunteered to be sent to other airports if needed.
Southwest spending over $2 billion for faster internet, outlets, overhead bins
Southwest is making a huge financial investment in upgrades to make flights more comfortable for travelers. Faster internet service will be installed on 350 planes by the end of October.
Army veteran drives, eats through all 50 states to learn about America
“The hospitality, food and culture all provided the experience of what America should be," Kreskin Torres, a rideshare driver for Uber and Lyft, shared.
Madison Street in Capitol Hill to close Wednesday evening for Construction
The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is closing E Madison St. between 19th and 22nd Ave. Wednesday evening to install a water main.
Airbnb blocking Seattle reservations for Memorial Day and 4th of July to prevent parties
Airbnb is blocking single-night reservations during major spring and summer holidays in Seattle and throughout the United States in order prevent unauthorized parties.
Moulin Rouge's iconic windmill available on Airbnb for $1
Guests will also be treated to a three-course traditional French meal, seats to Moulin Rouge’s acclaimed show “Féerie,” and have backstage access.
REAL ID deadline for air travel just 1 year away
If you are planning on flying domestically in a year’s time, you will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license.
Port of Seattle kicks off 2022 cruise season
The Port of Seattle welcomed its first cruise ship of the season Saturday, marking the first day of the 2022 cruise season.
'I was dumbstruck:' Families grapple with rising gas, plane ticket prices ahead of summer travel
Summer plans are up in the air for many and people juggle inflation, gas prices and new health regulations.
US airlines say they've reached a turning point in recovery
American Airlines says the first quarter was difficult, with another large loss, but it expects to turn a profit in the second quarter as more people return to travel.
Justice Department to appeal order voiding travel mask mandate
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asks Justice Dept. to appeal ruling that voided federal travel mask mandate.
Commuter airline to buy 75 Washington-built electric planes
Eviation Aircraft, an Arlington company that has built a fully electric commuter airplane, got a hefty boost this week when one of the nation’s largest commuter airlines, Cape Air, signed a letter of intent to buy 75 of the Eviation Alice model.
Majority of Americans want masks for travelers: AP-NORC poll
The poll finds that despite opposition to the requirement that included verbal abuse and physical violence against flight attendants, 56% of Americans favor requiring people on planes, trains and public transportation to wear masks.
Alaska Airlines cancels flights on Easter holiday, spring break
It was an unwelcome Easter surprise for some flying on Sunday, as dozens of Alaska Airlines flights were either canceled or delayed at Sea-Tac International Airport due to ongoing pilot shortages.
Westbound I-90 over Snoqualmie Pass reopens after avalanche control work
All westbound lanes over I-90 near Snoqualmie Pass have reopened after crews finished avalanche control work Thursday afternoon.
Pilot shortage: 'When there is demand for pilots, that demand can’t get filled instantly'
To fly for an airline, usually, a minimum of 1,500 hours are required. It’s also not unreasonable to see total costs soar up to $100,000 to $200,000 to pay for all the required certificates and ratings.
Carnival Cruise Line reports best-ever booking week after CDC drops COVID cruise ship warning
Just days after the CDC lifted its COVID travel warning for cruises two years into the pandemic, Carnival Cruise Line reported its best-ever booking week in the company's history.
Alaska Airlines cancels dozens more flights Monday
Alaska Airlines, the fifth-largest U.S. carrier, canceled about 40 flights or 5% of its schedule Monday.
Airlines grapple with thousands of delays, cancellations over weekend
FlightAware, a website that tracks flights, noted major disruptions at several Florida airports, including Miami, Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando.