USA Travel News

Alaska Airlines announces nonstop flights from Boise and Spokane to Honolulu from December 2026, giving Pacific Northwest travellers direct Hawaii access.

Eleven major US national parks now charge international visitors $100 per day on top of standard vehicle entry fees. Here is what changed for 2026.

Flights to the USA via Gulf hubs face potential rerouting after EU carriers were directed to avoid Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait airspace through 29 July.

Storm systems triggered 1,119 flight cancellations across the United States on 19 July 2026. Know your rights and what to do if your flight was affected.

The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival runs 3 July to 21 August 2026 at Sand Harbor State Park, Nevada, with performances of Macbeth and Robin Hood.

FIFA World Cup 2026 final week: semifinals 14–15 July, then the Final on 19 July at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. Logistics for attending.

Sail Boston 2026 brings more than 60 tall ships from 20 countries to Boston Harbor from 11–16 July, with free events, ship tours and a Parade of Sail.

Six mobile museums are touring all 48 contiguous US states to mark the 250th anniversary. Track the schedule to catch one near you before year's end.

PSA Airlines led 424 US flight cancellations on 8 July 2026, the 99th consecutive day of nationwide disruption. Boston, Reagan, and Atlanta hardest hit.

Severe weather and FAA restrictions caused 529 cancellations and 3,263 delays at US airports on 6 July, hitting Chicago and New York hardest.

US travel costs up 11% year-on-year in summer 2026, airfare rising 26.7%. America's 250th anniversary is driving record domestic demand - book early.

The CDC renewed its 30-day Ebola entry restriction on 21 June 2026, barring most non-US nationals who have recently been in DRC, Uganda or South Sudan.

New York's JFK Airport is opening two new terminal buildings in 2026, with 14 international gates at Terminal 1 and 5–6 gates at Terminal 6 now online.

Severe thunderstorms struck major US Northeast airports on 15 June 2026, cancelling 855 flights and delaying over 7,700 more. Airlines are issuing waivers.

Route 66 turns 100 in November 2026. Search interest is up 302% year-on-year. Here's how to plan the Chicago-to-Los Angeles drive for the centennial year.

Non-US residents pay an extra $100 per person at 11 major US national parks in 2026. The America the Beautiful annual pass ($250) covers the surcharge.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs 11 June to 19 July across 11 US cities. Here's what international visitors need to plan entry, transport, and accommodation.

July 4, 2026 marks 250 years of American independence. The biggest celebrations in US history. Where to go, what to expect, and how to plan ahead.