US Proposes New Airfare Travel Protections

Posted on August 4, 2022August 4, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

WASHINGTON -- Travelers rejoice! The U.S. Government is proposing new rules that may give you more options when there are flight delays or cancelations. The U.S. Department of Transportation is considering a 116-page proposal Tuesday, Aug. 3. It includes changes... continue the journey

Instagram Travel Offers: Are They Deals or Scams?

Posted on July 25, 2022July 25, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

Everyone is trying to take advantage of the final days of summer, but with the price of everything increasing, we're all looking for vacation deals. A quick road trip isn't even as freeing as it used to be because of... continue the journey

Bermuda’s famous food and drinks

Posted on July 12, 2022July 12, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

Nothing says Bermuda like the island's unique pink sand beaches, but that's far from the only thing the tiny island has to offer. Like many other places, you can learn a lot about Bermuda through its food. It's an easy... continue the journey

NCL lifts pre-cruise COVID-19 testing requirement

Posted on July 7, 2022July 7, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

MIAMI -- Norwegian Cruise Line is dropping a pandemic-era requirement that it will make taking a cruise easier for everyone. NCL plans to no longer require each guest to present a negative COVID-19 test before cruising, unless it is required... continue the journey

Travelers still face these COVID-19 restrictions in Bermuda

Posted on July 6, 2022July 7, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

COVID-19 hit the world like nothing we've ever experienced. While life in the U.S. is returning to a more normal experience, that's not the case in Bermuda. COVID-19 forced the tiny island country into shutdown mode for more than two... continue the journey

What to expect on an NCL cruise during COVID-19

Posted on July 6, 2022July 6, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

The cruise industry is slowly beginning to recover from COVID-19, but it still has a ways to go before it's completely normal. People are still leery about boarding a cruise ship for a week, or longer. The proof is that... continue the journey

Tricks to save money on 4th of July road trips

Posted on July 1, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

I originally wrote this article for FOX4KC.com. KANSAS CITY, MO. -- Millions of Americans are predicted to hit the road this Fourth of July weekend, even with the high gas prices. AAA said the average price for a gallon of... continue the journey

Airbnb Bans Parties at Rentals Worldwide

Posted on June 30, 2022July 1, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

The party's over, but Airbnb's decision to permanently ban large parties at rentals is actually good for most travelers. The popular online vacation rental site enacted a temporary "party ban" in August 2020. Nearly two years later the company announced... continue the journey

Most Popular 4th of July Destinations

Posted on June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

Americans are ready to get out and celebrate this long 4th of July weekend. While many plan to stay close to home and enjoy all the things their local communities offer, millions of people plan to hit the road, or... continue the journey

Expert Tips: How to Handle Canceled Flights

Posted on June 28, 2022July 6, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

The thrill of summer vacation, or any vacation, can quickly turn into a nightmare if an airline delays or cancels your flight. As hundreds of thousands of travelers have already discovered in the weeks since Memorial Day, a canceled flight... continue the journey

Kansas City Tops International Travel List

Posted on June 25, 2022June 25, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The secret is out, and I can't say I'm upset! We all know COVID-19 changed the way we travel and, of course, they ways we live and work. For the lucky ones (at least in my... continue the journey

How to Visit Yellowstone After the Flood

Posted on June 22, 2022June 25, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. -- A large section of Yellowstone National Park reopened Wednesday, just two weeks after massive flooding caused the National Park Service to close it. The flooding happened at the beginning of the park's busy summer tourism... continue the journey