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

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

QR Codes Warning as Scammers Strike

Posted on June 17, 2022June 26, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- QR codes have been popular in other countries for years, providing everything from menus to event tickets and critical information. As those square QR codes are becoming more popular in the US, federal investigators are warning... continue the journey

Negative COVID Test No Longer Required to Enter U.S.

Posted on June 11, 2022June 12, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

International travel just got a lot easier for Americans and anyone hoping to travel to the U.S. As of 12:01 a.m. on June 12, 2022, international travelers are no longer required to test negative for COVID before entering the country.... continue the journey

How to Apply to Travel to Bermuda

Posted on June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

Summer vacation planning is in full swing! If you're dreaming of the pink sand beaches of Bermuda, visiting isn't as simple as buying airfare and booking a hotel or a cruise. Tourists actually have to apply to enter, and be... continue the journey

How to Cruise During Hurricane Season

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

BOSTON -- Hundreds of passengers on the Norwegian Peal are likely unhappy after the cruise ship left Bermuda June 5, two days earlier than planned, to avoid Tropical Storm Alex. The Pearl sailed from Boston and docked in Bermuda Sunday... continue the journey

Best and Worst Small Airports

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

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Flight delays and cancelations put a damper on the vacation plans of millions of Americans as the summer travel season officially began last week. FlightAware showed thousands of flights were impacted by weather and other factors... continue the journey

Most Popular Destinations this Memorial Day

Posted on May 27, 2022May 26, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

Millions of Americans plan to hit the highways and the skies this Memorial Day weekend. Plan for large crowds wherever you go, especially if you're heading to one of the following locations. AAA just released it's list of top Memorial... continue the journey

Airport Staffing Shortages Expected to Cause Long Lines

Posted on May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The summer travel season arrives with Memorial Day weekend. That means busy airports and long security lines, even at smaller airports. Staffing shortages will only add to the issues. Staffing Shortages At Kansas City's International Airport... continue the journey

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Best, worst times to travel Memorial Day weekend

Posted on May 25, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

What do you think of when you imagine the perfect road trip? Freedom to relax and be on your own schedule? Flexibility to stop and see what you want when you want? Spending less than flying somewhere so you have... continue the journey

Why you shouldn’t wait to get, renew your passport

Posted on May 20, 2022May 20, 2022 by Heidi Schmidt

If you're heading out of the country this summer and still need to apply for, or renew, your passport you're running out of time. The process has taken longer ever since the government shut down for weeks in 2020 because... continue the journey