United now allows travelers to pool their air miles with others
Under new program, there's no cap on how many travel points MileagePlus customers can share with up to four other members, airline said.
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Man sneaks on Delta flight
Alarming new details emerge as a man who managed to sneak onto a flight over the weekend without a ticket is now under FBI investigation and in custody.
Feds will review how airlines protect passengers' personal information
Federal officials say they're going to review how major U.S. airlines handle personal information about their passengers and whether the carriers profit off that information.
Why Boeing's woes could mean higher airfares for U.S. travelers
Analysts expect airline ticket prices to jump as much as 10% for domestic flights this summer amid aircraft delivery delays.
Harris visits Planned Parenthood in Minnesota
Vice President Harris discussed women's reproductive health Thursday after visiting a Planned Parenthood clinic in St. Paul, Minnesota. Harris said the U.S. has "to be a nation that trusts women." CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Japanese island plagued by voracious birds and their acidic poop
Great cormorants were once endangered in Japan, but now they've eaten and pooped their way onto the holy island of Miyajima's most-wanted list.
Plane pilots fall asleep at 36,000 feet
A recent flight in Indonesia ended up off-course – because both pilots fell asleep while 36,000 feet in the air, with more than 150 people on board.
How women and foreigners are driving Japan's ramen renaissance
Women long avoided Japan's ubiquitous ramen shops, but could female and foreigner-powered innovation save the humble noodle soup?
Plane goes off runway at Houston airport
A United Airlines plane rolled off the runway at a Houston airport Friday morning when a gear failed upon landing. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi has the details.
JetBlue and Spirit merger halted
A planned merger between JetBlue and Spirit Airlines has been halted by a federal judge's ruling, safeguarding travelers' access to Spirit's low-cost fares. The $3.8 billion deal faced scrutiny for potentially harming consumer interests.
TSA experiments with remote screening technology
The TSA is testing a temporary fast lane for precheck fliers that uses a remote agent. The process involves passengers getting on-screen instructions and walking into a secure scanner while an automatic conveyor directs bags for rescreening or a hand search. Kris Van Cleave has details.
TSA unveils new self-screening program
Imagine breezing through airport security as smoothly as a grocery store checkout. That's the vision behind a new TSA pilot program launching Wednesday in Las Vegas. With cutting-edge technology under real-world testing, Carter Evans offers a sneak peek into how this could transform the safety and efficiency of airport screenings.
"Dry tripping" on the rise among Gen Z
Some Gen Z Americans are changing up the usual spring break traditions and trying "dry tripping," a new trend where they abstain from alcohol while traveling. Alexis Benveniste, a features correspondent for the BBC, joined CBS News to discuss the trend.
The Dish: Paschal's
"The Dish" shines a spotlight on Paschal's, a cherished Georgia eatery known for its traditional Southern cuisine and its pivotal role in the civil rights movement. Operating for nearly 80 years, Paschal's serves as both a culinary destination and a historical landmark.
How to save on airfare this spring and summer
As planning begins for spring break and summer travel, some airlines are announcing route changes and special discounts. CBS News travel adviser Peter Greenberg joins with tips on how to spend less on airfare.
U.S. warns spring travelers to Mexico to "exercise increased caution"
"Crime, including violent crime, can occur anywhere in Mexico, including in popular tourist destinations," the U.S. Mission to Mexico said in a news release on Thursday.
Thousands stranded on cruise ship hit by possible cholera outbreak
"The health and safety of passengers as well as that of the country as a whole are of the utmost importance to the authorities," the port authority of Mauritius said.
"Sistahs to the Summit" conquer Antarctica
Following their historic ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro in 2022, an adventurous group of 14 Black American women, known as "Sistahs to the Summit," have now embarked on a remarkable expedition to Antarctica.
3 commercial flights topped 800 mph
Three commercial flights from the U.S. flew at over 800 miles per hour late Saturday, propelled by near record-high winds over the Washington, D.C., and Baltimore area. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more on how normal, and safe, that is.
U.S. flight attendants picket for better pay
Thousands of flight attendants protested outside 30 airports across the U.S. on Tuesday as their unions work to negotiate new contracts with major airlines. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans is at LAX with the latest.
Thousands of flight attendants picket at airports
Thousands of flight attendants across the country walked the picket line at more than 30 airports, demanding a new contract and better pay. Carter Evans has the latest.
Bahamas officials respond to U.S. travel warning
Officials in the Bahamas responded to a U.S. State Department travel advisory warning Americans about a rise in gang-related homicides on the island. The advisory followed a similar warning about Jamaica. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
NTSB: Boeing door missing bolts before blowout
The door panel that blew off a Boeing plane midflight in January was missing multiple bolts before takeoff, according to a new National Transportation Safety Board report. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the details. Then, Mark Walker, an investigative reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News to discuss the revelation.
Americans urged to reconsider travel to Jamaica amid spate of murders
The U.S. government is warning Americans to reconsider visiting Jamaica and to take extra caution in Bahamas amid a spate of murders in both Caribbean nations.
A Moment With: David Gunnarsson
In a world of countless options, finding the right travel offers can be overwhelming. Today, more than ever, technology serves as a guiding force in travel to empower the likes of airlines and rail companies to offer new connections, new destinations, and more options to their passengers. That’s where Dohop comes in. David Gunnarsson, CEO Dohop, sits with us to share insights behind travel technology and how a finely attuned company culture is helping make connected travel simple, so that new destinations, travel combinations, and services are available and more accessible to travelers around the world. Find out more: dohop.com
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