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Flights to Haiti including one Texas bound, halted by multiple airlines after JetBlue and Spirit planes hit by gunfire
Read full article: Flights to Haiti including one Texas bound, halted by multiple airlines after JetBlue and Spirit planes hit by gunfireJetBlue and other airlines have suspended flights to Haiti due to safety concerns following reports of gunfire striking aircraft, including a JetBlue plane that was hit by a bullet during a flight from Port-au-Prince to New York's JFK Airport.
Gabe Saglie takes us to the Ireland, the original Halloweentown
Read full article: Gabe Saglie takes us to the Ireland, the original HalloweentownOur travel expert Gabe Saglie uncovers the origins of Halloween in Ireland where the spooky holiday began thousands of years ago! Plus, he shared highlights from his epic road trip with his son across one of the world's most beautiful travel destinations.
Southwest flights to Houston diverting to other cities due to ‘hot brakes’ emergency at Hobby Airport
Read full article: Southwest flights to Houston diverting to other cities due to ‘hot brakes’ emergency at Hobby AirportSeveral flights with Southwest Airlines that were scheduled to fly into Houston are diverting to other nearby cities due to an emergency at the William P. Hobby Airport.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport opens new wing of Terminal D
Read full article: George Bush Intercontinental Airport opens new wing of Terminal DThe 160,000-square-foot expansion adds six new gates and state-of-the-art amenities, all part of a $1.458 billion redevelopment aimed at making Houston a global leader in international travel.
How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las Vegas
Read full article: How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las VegasLas Vegas is a classic U.S. travel destination. It’s vibrant, usually packed with people, larger than life, and there’s likely something to do for ANY personality type -- even if you’re not all that into gambling or drinking.
Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy City
Read full article: Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy CityWhether you’re just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or you’d love to visit someday, it’s truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.
There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problems
Read full article: There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problemsWhen life gets too stressful, imaging that you're on vacation at an exotic remote location while drinking copious amounts of wine can be the best medicine for getting through a rough day.
You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right now
Read full article: You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right nowAs we continue to mourn Iron Man (we’ll never really stop, will we?), there’s some good news for die-hard fans of “Avengers: Endgame”: The last place Tony Stark called home, and his funeral site (RIP Tony!) is up for grabs on Airbnb.
5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read this
Read full article: 5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read thisRaise your hand if you’re excited for a trip this year, or you’re planning on taking a vacation in the near future.
5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next trip
Read full article: 5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next tripThere seems to be a buzz in the air -- on social media and in person, more and more people are chatting about the places they’ll go, now that the COVID-19 vaccine is readily available and the world of travel is reopening to the masses.
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A woman’s journey to find purpose, happiness and friendship in a new city
Read full article: A woman’s journey to find purpose, happiness and friendship in a new cityShe’s a writer, blogger, and podcast host on a journey to try new things and meet new people. Pamela Lamp is hoping to inspire your life's next chapter with her new book called, "Do The Next New Thing." Learn more about her road to self-discovery and finding "what's next" at any stage in life.
Expect delays: Roadwork on Will Clayton Parkway to impact travel to Bush Intercontinental Airport
Read full article: Expect delays: Roadwork on Will Clayton Parkway to impact travel to Bush Intercontinental AirportTravelers to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) should expect delays from Sept. 16 to Sept. 27 due to concrete repairs on Will Clayton Parkway.
Q&A: How Tootl Transport is redefining non-emergency medical transportation in Houston
Read full article: Q&A: How Tootl Transport is redefining non-emergency medical transportation in HoustonTootl Transport, a non-emergency medical transportation service in Houston, is making a significant impact by focusing on individuals with mobility and cognitive challenges.
Travel trend: Relax and recharge with a ‘self-cation’
Read full article: Travel trend: Relax and recharge with a ‘self-cation’Travel expert Gabe Saglie shares why solo vacations are trending now with travelers. Plus, he shares his guide on where to stay and what to do in Mendocino County, California.
The perfect guide that will have you singing ‘Viva Las Vegas’ all summer long
Read full article: The perfect guide that will have you singing ‘Viva Las Vegas’ all summer longTourism numbers are back to pre-pandemic levels, and it’s those legendary shows that remain the town’s biggest draw. We got a comprehensive guide to entertainment in Las Vegas with our travel guy Gabe Saglie.
United Airlines flight attendants vote to approve nationwide strike ahead of Labor Day weekend
Read full article: United Airlines flight attendants vote to approve nationwide strike ahead of Labor Day weekendHundreds of United Airlines flight attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), announced the approval to authorize a nationwide strike ahead of Labor Day weekend.
Is there potential impact on United Airlines flights as strike looms? What you should know
Read full article: Is there potential impact on United Airlines flights as strike looms? What you should knowThe recent strike approval by United Airlines flight attendants have many travelers asking if this will have a significant impact on flights.
Stay, play and save this summer at this desert getaway
Read full article: Stay, play and save this summer at this desert getawayWhether you’re planning a couple’s trip, family vacation or just a fun getaway with friends, there’s so much to see and do with a desert getaway to Scottsdale, Arizona.
Houston family trades city life for home in French medieval village
Read full article: Houston family trades city life for home in French medieval villageWhat would it take to convince you to pack up your life in Houston and relocate to a medieval French village that even most people in France have never heard of? That’s exactly what the Willick family did when they left H-Town three years ago.
Rise of Tommy John surgeries in Houston-area youth baseball highlights growing concern for medical, coaching experts
Read full article: Rise of Tommy John surgeries in Houston-area youth baseball highlights growing concern for medical, coaching expertsWhen Astros pitchers Cristian Javier and José Urquidy went down last month with Tommy John surgery, there were questions about whether or not that specific injury is on the rise.
Tourists in Paris face barriers visiting main landmarks ahead of Olympic opening ceremony
Read full article: Tourists in Paris face barriers visiting main landmarks ahead of Olympic opening ceremonyTourists are having a rude awakening while trying to access and visit some of the most famous Parisian landmarks.
Why now could be an ideal time to explore the island of Maui
Read full article: Why now could be an ideal time to explore the island of MauiNearly a year after devastating wildfires destroyed parts of Maui, including the entire town of Lahaina, the attitudes about travel have now shifted and become more optimistic. Travelzoo Senior Editor Gabe Saglie chats with Houston Life hosts Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera about what's happening outside the burn zone and explains how travel numbers are still so low that now might be a great time to make that trip across the Pacific.
Flight delayed or canceled because of that global IT outage? Here’s a breakdown of your rights
Read full article: Flight delayed or canceled because of that global IT outage? Here’s a breakdown of your rightsOn Friday, Houston’s airports experienced major delays and cancellations on flights due to a worldwide computer outage.
Paris to Pearland: Family of 6 to return home after worldwide computer outages cause flight delays
Read full article: Paris to Pearland: Family of 6 to return home after worldwide computer outages cause flight delaysGOOD NEWS for a Houston-area family, whose flight back home from Paris, France was delayed due to the global computer outage. They were able to board their plane hours after speaking exclusively with KPRC 2 while waiting patiently at the airport.
Major delays at Houston airports after worldwide computer outage disrupts businesses and organizations
Read full article: Major delays at Houston airports after worldwide computer outage disrupts businesses and organizationsMicrosoft says users worldwide may be unable to access various Microsoft 365 apps and services, in a widespread outage reportedly connected to the U.S. cybersecurity company Crowdstrike.
New rules about airline cancellation, baggage delays Houston residents should know about
Read full article: New rules about airline cancellation, baggage delays Houston residents should know aboutNo matter which airline you choose, unexpected fees seem to add up. This is the first summer travel season where new travel rules now in place. KPRC 2′s Bill Spencer looks into the things you need to know before taking your next trip.
Out-of-towners! Hurricane Beryl is ONE more reason why you SHOULD NOT move to Houston
Read full article: Out-of-towners! Hurricane Beryl is ONE more reason why you SHOULD NOT move to HoustonThere are so many reasons to move to Houston, such as the cost of living, the atmosphere, the food, jobs, low taxes, diversity, homes, tech and so much more on that long list -- but we are full, signed a frustrated Houstonian.