It’s an extraordinary move that came as senators were reviewing a “last and final” offer to end the funding impasse that has jammed airports and disrupted travel, just as TSA workers faced another missed paycheck Friday.
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How the Iran war is disrupting air travel — and advice if you’re planning a trip
The war in Iran is roiling jet fuel prices and airlines are beginning to hike prices, unsettling travelers far from the Middle East. If you’re booking a flight soon, here are things to know.
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Greetings from Vienna, where an imperial palace hosts a holiday market for all
Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.
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Where we went: NPR’s U.S. travel guide for the curious
NPR’s staff traveled a lot in 2025. From a Mardi Gras workshop to a festival celebrating the mythical Mothman, here are some places and events we thought you might want to check out, too.
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The U.S. Transportation Department is urging air passengers to be on good behavior
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy wants air travelers to be nice this holiday season. A new DOT campaign asks passengers to help each other and thank flight attendants.
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How would the government shutdown affect Thanksgiving travel? Here’s what to know
Holiday travel can already be stressful. Here’s how a prolonged government shutdown might make things even harder and whether you should travel at all.
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From remote islands to the DMZ, an intrepid teen hits 118 countries before turning 20
Arjun Malaviya set out to travel the world on his 17th birthday in July 2023. Over 13 months, the California teenager traveled through some of the world’s most populated cities and most remote villages.
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How rising costs are changing the way Americans travel
Rising costs are causing a lot of Americans to think twice before booking a trip. And many who do travel are scaling back their ambitions and staying closer to home.
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Air Canada says flights will resume Tuesday night after flight attendants strike ends
Air Canada said it will gradually restart operations after reaching a deal with the flight attendants’ union to end a strike that disrupted the travel plans of hundreds of thousands of travelers.
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Las Vegas sees drop in tourism, hinting at broader economic woes facing the U.S.
Economists say, what happens in Vegas matters nationally because it often reflects broader trends on consumer confidence and the overall health of the U.S. economy.
