Jan 11, 2024 • 4 min read
Lonely Planet’s resident aviation journalist John Walton on why they're grounded, what happens next, and what it might mean for your flight.
Oct 10, 2023 • 5 min read
The European Parliament has taken initial steps toward banning fees for carry-on luggage. Is that a good thing for travelers?
Sep 30, 2023 • 4 min read
A political showdown will likely result in a shutdown of the US federal government this weekend. Here’s what travelers need to know.
Jun 15, 2023 • 4 min read
The UK is digitalizing its borders and will soon introduce a system requiring international visitors to seek pre-authorization before traveling.
May 24, 2023 • 4 min read
A much-debated ban on domestic flights within France has finally been rolled out. What does it mean for travelers?
May 4, 2023 • 2 min read
Some COVID-19 restrictions are still in place for international passengers traveling to the United States.
Apr 28, 2023 • 5 min read
Last year, the Hong Kong tourism board hatched a plan to encourage tourism by promising to give away half a million plane tickets to international visitors…
Apr 28, 2023 • 3 min read
Getting sticker shock over summer airfares? The Points Guy’s Clint Henderson explains why prices have risen – and when they might recede.
Mar 24, 2023 • 5 min read
While pandemic-related staffing issues caused much of the problems experienced by the aviation sector in 2022, this year the main cause of woe will be strikes.
Dec 22, 2022 • 3 min read
With a severe winter storm predicted to hit the United States, here's what you should know if you plan to travel.
Dec 15, 2022 • 3 min read
Passengers will no longer have to take liquids and laptops out of their carry-on bags under new rules coming into force for UK airports.
Sep 29, 2022 • 6 min read
Everything you need to know about booking flights for the 2022 holiday season.
Jul 26, 2022 • 4 min read
Do you have a trip planned, or are considering going to Germany soon? Here are 6 questions to ask before you go.
Jul 12, 2022 • 6 min read
Losing your luggage can be a travel nightmare. Aviation expert John Walton explains what you should do when an airline loses your luggage.
Jun 24, 2022 • 6 min read
Traveling to Spain this year? Here's what you need to know before you go.
Jun 16, 2022 • 8 min read
Dublin Airport officials estimate that more than 1,000 passengers missed their flights this weekend as travelers face continuing chaos with long lines and…
Jun 10, 2022 • 2 min read
In what will be a major shake-up for travel, the US is set to suspend COVID-19 test requirements for all international arrivals starting midnight Sunday,…
May 16, 2022 • 4 min read
The policy changes on May 16, but there are still many countries who require passengers to keep masks on during flights.
May 13, 2022 • 3 min read
Welcome to Friday Around the Planet, a roundup of some of the travel-related news and inspiration you might have missed for the week ending May 13.
May 12, 2022 • 3 min read
New Zealand set out a five-step plan that will allow the South Pacific country to reopen to the world.
May 12, 2022 • 4 min read
To help travelers and the environment, airlines in Europe are offering packages allowing customers to book air and rail at the same time. Here's how it works.
May 10, 2022 • 4 min read
If you're heading to Europe for the summer, here are some questions to ask yourself before you depart.