Blue skies, gold nuggets, endless wheat and cattle ranches, and Horace Greeley’s famous call “Go West, young man” drew 19th-century ranchers, miners and adventurers across the flat prairie to settle the American West. When Jack Kerouac arrived in the late 1940s, Denver still had the rough edges of a railroad town. Freight trains rolled through … Read more

In Cape Town, locals call it the Boomslang — a 426-foot walkway that winds through the treetops at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain in South Africa. This elevated path gives visitors a unique, elevated view of one of the world’s most celebrated botanical gardens. The structure is made from … Read more

Sports fans may associate Manchester, England with its world-famous football clubs—Manchester United and Manchester City—but the city offers much more for business and leisure travelers. Manchester, birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, sits along the River Irwell and near the River Mersey, and its riverside setting is matched by a lively cultural and historical scene that … Read more

EUclaim, the flight compensation company, has published data identifying the airlines that received the most compensation claims in 2016. EasyJet topped the list with 15,499 enquiries, followed by Ryanair with 9,887 enquiries — a rise of around 60 percent compared with 2015. British Airways ranked third with 8,117 claims. Thomas Cook Airlines came fourth with … Read more

JetBlue will begin seasonal nonstop service between Hartford, Conn. (BDL) and two Florida destinations — Fort Myers (RSW) and Tampa (TPA) — starting October 24. The airline plans daily flights on both routes using Airbus A320 aircraft. The Hartford–Fort Myers schedule departs Bradley International Airport at 11:40 a.m., arriving at Southwest Florida International Airport at … Read more

New technology is helping airports keep restrooms cleaner, which in turn improves the travel experience. A report from Airport Council International, Airport Service Quality: Airport Cleanliness, found that clean bathrooms and terminals have the biggest impact on travelers’ impressions of an airport. “If you want a pleasant experience, clean bathrooms are a must,” said Dimitri … Read more

You won’t find an American city richer in foundational United States history than Philadelphia. As the country’s original capital, Philadelphia hosted the signing of the Declaration of Independence and was home to the nation’s first hospital, volunteer fire department and stock exchange, among many other institutions essential to a young nation. Yet the city isn’t … Read more

Japan Airlines has announced the start date for its new Airbus A350-1000 to operate daily between Los Angeles (LAX) and Tokyo (HND), beginning June 30. The A350-1000 brings a refreshed cabin layout across four classes, with redesigned seats and enhanced privacy and comfort for international travelers. © Courtesy of Japan Airlines The first class suite … Read more

Frequent travelers know how essential travel apps have become. From searching for affordable flights and booking accommodations to mobile check-in and real-time itinerary updates, travel apps serve many functions that make trips smoother and less stressful. Recognizing this reliance, J.D. Power conducted an in-depth study of travel app satisfaction and published its findings. The report … Read more

Removing electronics and liquids from your carry-on may soon not be the only items you have to take out at the security checkpoint, according to the Transportation Security Administration. With many airlines charging steep checked-bag fees, an increasing number of travelers are relying on carry-on luggage. That trend often creates long security lines of passengers … Read more