Helen Hatzis
Allegiant Travel Company announced nine new nonstop routes on August 17, 2026, with several serving airports in the Tampa Bay region. The expansion focuses on seasonal spring travel demand and connects smaller markets to Florida leisure destinations. Travelers can now book introductory fares as low as $49 one way on select services beginning in February
Big Bend National Park occupies a vast stretch of the Chihuahuan Desert along the Rio Grande in West Texas. Its remote canyons, rugged mountains, and expansive night skies draw travelers seeking solitude and natural quiet. Recent news that border construction has been paused during a senior official’s visit introduces a new layer of attention to
Airlines often adjust their schedules in anticipation of seasonal demand, and Allegiant Air has done exactly that with the addition of nine new routes. The carrier announced the changes on a recent Monday, directing most of the new service toward Florida airports that serve as gateways for late-winter and spring-break travel. Seven of the routes
Trujillo, Peru – Travelers heading north from the capital often discover that this city functions as far more than a convenient waypoint. Peru’s third-largest urban center presents an elegant colonial core, a plaza widely regarded as one of the nation’s most appealing, and ready access to both ancient heritage sites and a relaxed coastal enclave.
Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park in Key West drew hundreds of visitors on Friday for the release of a massive loggerhead sea turtle. The animal had completed weeks of rehabilitation before returning to the water. The gathering reflected steady local efforts to support sea turtle recovery along the Florida Keys coastline. The Release at
Delta Air Lines is adjusting the balance of cabin space on several of its newest aircraft types. The carrier has introduced an Airbus A321neo configured with 44 domestic first-class seats, a notable increase over the 20 seats typical on most of its single-aisle planes. This configuration occupies nearly half the aircraft and serves as a
Spirit Airlines ceased operations in May, removing one of the most visible sources of low-cost flights for many travelers. Frontier now stands as the largest budget carrier still operating in the United States. Its new chief executive, James Dempsey, is steering the airline toward a broader set of offerings while preserving its core promise of
Disney fans gathered in Anaheim this summer for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, where the company shared a series of updates on parks and attractions that will shape travel plans for years ahead. The Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase, hosted by Neil Patrick Harris, highlighted projects across Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, and international destinations.
Maryland’s landscape holds quiet reminders of its most consequential chapters, from Civil War prison camps along the Chesapeake to a downtown Baltimore hotel shaped by the Great Depression. These places draw visitors not through manufactured spectacle but through verifiable events and consistent accounts passed down over generations. Travelers who approach them with care find opportunities
Sicily – An American tourist died after being struck by lightning while climbing the erupting Mount Etna. The incident unfolded on one of the volcano’s popular trekking routes, where visitors regularly ascend to witness its active fumaroles and dramatic landscapes. Mount Etna continues to draw thousands of travelers each year, underscoring both its allure and
The Aegean Sea offers some of the world’s most rewarding island-hopping experiences, yet summer travelers often encounter the region’s signature northerly winds. Known as the meltemi, these seasonal breezes shape daily life and maritime schedules across the Greek islands. Understanding their patterns helps visitors move between destinations with greater ease and appreciation for the landscape
Paris holds a special place for those drawn to its pastry heritage, where the macaron stands as a quiet emblem of precision and patience. These delicate almond meringue sandwiches, with their crisp shells and yielding centers, reflect generations of technique passed through the city’s patisseries. Travelers often find that seeking them out becomes a way