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Best bang for your buck vacation destinations
Travel experts say Americans going abroad this year might see their money go further in some unexpected places. Elaine Glusac, "Frugal Traveler" columnist for The New York Times, joined CBS News to discuss where to go for the best deals.
Tips and tricks for summer travel season
More than 60% of Americans say they are planning to travel for leisure this year, according to a survey conducted by the American Hotel and Lodging Association. Hyatt Hotels CEO Mark Hoplamazian joined CBS News to share his best tips for summer travel in case you're looking to get away.
Holes quickly poked in Japanese town's Mount Fuji view-blocking mesh
The people of Fujikawaguchiko were tired of tourists trampling over their town for a free view of Mount Fuji, but their anti-tourism measures appear insufficient.
Flight disruptions after Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day has come and gone, but it seems the travel delays and cancelations are here to stay. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave explains how the weather is making a mess at airports and where the biggest issues remain.
How climate change impacts flight turbulence
Turbulence on flights has been increasing, and climate change could be one of the reasons why. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains how the human-caused phenomenon affects the flight path.
Memorial Day weekend storms snarl travel
Severe weather across the Eastern Seaboard caused headaches for millions of Americans trying to get away for Memorial Day weekend. More bad weather is expected Tuesday in Texas. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi has more.
How new technology is transforming airport security, efficiency
Advocates say the technology, including facial recognition, will lead to improved security and efficiency, but some remain concerned about privacy.
Buttigieg climate change effects "already upon us"
Amid high-profile incidents of turbulence on recent flights and the severe 2024 hurricane forecast, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg tells "Face the Nation" that "The reality is, the effects of climate change are already upon us in terms of our transportation."
TSA sets new record for number of travelers screened in a single day
The Transportation Security Administration said more than 2.95 million individuals were screened at airport checkpoints on Friday.
Millions travel for Memorial Day weekend
Nearly 44 million people are expected to travel at least 50 miles for Memorial Day weekend, according to AAA. On Friday, travel was rocky: traffic crawled from coast to coast and more than 8,000 flights were delayed.
Steve Hartman finds his inner child "On the Road"
As Americans kick off the unofficial start of summer, Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" to prove it's never too late to revisit your inner child.
American returning home from Turks and Caicos
An American man who pleaded guilty to bringing 20 rounds of ammunition into Turks and Caicos will not have to serve jail time. Bryan Hagerich, 39, received the good news Friday during a sentencing hearing. CBS News Pittsburgh reporter Jessica Guay has the latest.
Tracking the Memorial Day weekend travel rush
If you're hitting the road, taking to the skies, or boarding a train this holiday weekend, you're not alone. Early trends are revealing a historic number of Americans traveling for the holiday. CBS News New York reporter Jennifer Bisram has more from JFK Airport in Queens.
Major Memorial Day weekend travel rush
Americans traveling for the Memorial Day holiday may encounter a rush at airports and roads across the nation. CBS New York's Elijah Westbrook breaks down the historic numbers expected as summer travel season begins.
FAA expects busiest Memorial Day since 2010
Traveling this weekend? Millions of Americans will be on the roads and at the airport in what the Federal Aviation Administration is expecting to be the busiest Memorial Day weekend of travel in 14 years. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Inflation to create sticker shock for vacationers
Those planning vacations this summer should buckle up for considerably higher prices. Kris Van Cleave explains.
How inflation could impact Memorial Day plans
Memorial Day travel is already underway for many Americans. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave details the fluctuating costs of vacationing this year.
Staying safe during turbulence on a flight
A man died and dozens were injured when a Singapore Airlines flight from London encountered severe turbulence earlier this week. Capt. Laura Einsetler, a commercial airline pilot, joined CBS News to discuss how to stay safe during turbulence on a flight.
Inflation putting stress on summer vacations
Compared to last year's Memorial Day, the overall cost of travel is actually down slightly, but vacationing in 2024 still costs 15% more than before the pandemic. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Some seriously injured Singapore Airlines passengers need spinal surgery
A Thai hospital treating people injured by turbulence on the Singapore Airlines flight from London says 20 remain in intensive care.
Singapore Airlines passenger describes chaos as flight hit turbulence
Dzafram Azmir was on the Singapore Airlines flight that hit what the airline calls "extreme turbulence," leading to one death and dozens of injuries.
Americans describe being detained in Turks and Caicos
Florida grandmother Sharitta Grier talked about her experience being detained over ammunition found in her luggage while coming home from a surprise Mother's Day trip to Turks and Caicos.
TSA sounds alarm on guns at airports
The TSA expects nearly 3 million passengers on Friday to kick off Memorial Day weekend. But with the return of post-pandemic travel, a new trend has emerged — more Americans than ever are bringing guns to the airport. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga has been looking into the story.
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