AAA survey indicates traveler optimism is growing as summer nears
A new AAA survey shows traveler confidence is growing as COVID-19 vaccinations become more readily available.
A new AAA survey shows traveler confidence is growing as COVID-19 vaccinations become more readily available.
AAA survey indicates traveler optimism is growing as summer nears
According to an April 7 news release, the AAA survey reveals nearly half of Wisconsinites (46%) are comfortable taking a trip.
According to an April 7 news release, the AAA survey reveals nearly half of Wisconsinites (46%) are comfortable taking a trip.
CDC updates guidance for cruise ship industry in conditional sailing order
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the next phase of its conditional sail order for cruise ship operators Friday.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the next phase of its conditional sail order for cruise ship operators Friday.
CDC clears domestic travel for vaccinated people, but still advises mask-wearing
The new guidelines say vaccinated travelers are less likely to get and spread the virus, but the CDC still recommends safety measures like wearing a mask, social distancing and hand washing.
The new guidelines say vaccinated travelers are less likely to get and spread the virus, but the CDC still recommends safety measures like wearing a mask, social distancing and hand washing.
France closes schools, bans domestic travel amid new COVID-19 surge
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday announced a three-week nationwide school closure and a month-long domestic travel ban, as the rapid spread of the virus ramped up pressure on hospitals.
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday announced a three-week nationwide school closure and a month-long domestic travel ban, as the rapid spread of the virus ramped up pressure on hospitals.
Delta Air Lines joins other US carriers in ending empty middle seats
Delta Air Lines, the last U.S. airline still blocking middle seats, will end that policy in May as air travel recovers and more people become vaccinated against COVID-19.
Delta Air Lines, the last U.S. airline still blocking middle seats, will end that policy in May as air travel recovers and more people become vaccinated against COVID-19.
Southwest Airlines adds nonstop flights from Milwaukee to Destin, Florida
Southwest Airlines is adding new nonstop service from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Destin – Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) this summer.
Southwest Airlines is adding new nonstop service from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Destin – Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) this summer.
Mitchell Airport officials say March 27 to be busiest since start of COVID
Airports across the country are seeing a surge in traffic because of spring break. Local health officials are urging caution.
Airports across the country are seeing a surge in traffic because of spring break. Local health officials are urging caution.
Mitchell Airport: March 27 to be busiest since start of COVID-19
Airports across the country are seeing a surge in traffic because of spring break. Local health officials are urging caution.
Airports across the country are seeing a surge in traffic because of spring break. Local health officials are urging caution.
VISIT Milwaukee ushers in new era of MKE events
Milwaukee is open for business and ready to welcome events safely back into the city. That’s the theme of a new video released today by VISIT Milwaukee.
Milwaukee is open for business and ready to welcome events safely back into the city. That’s the theme of a new video released today by VISIT Milwaukee.
United Airlines adds nonstop flights from Milwaukee to 5 new destinations
United Airlines is adding new nonstop service from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to five popular leisure destinations.
United Airlines is adding new nonstop service from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to five popular leisure destinations.
FAA proposes thousands of dollars in fines for 2 travelers who refused to wear face masks on flights
Two passengers could face tens of thousands of dollars in fines for allegedly interfering with — and in one case assaulting — flight attendants who instructed them to wear face masks.
Two passengers could face tens of thousands of dollars in fines for allegedly interfering with — and in one case assaulting — flight attendants who instructed them to wear face masks.
FAA extending zero-tolerance policy amid COVID-19 pandemic for unruly passengers
The FAA has slapped hefty fines on two separate passengers in recent weeks, and announced it will be extending its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers for as long as the CDC and TSA’s mask mandate is in effect.
The FAA has slapped hefty fines on two separate passengers in recent weeks, and announced it will be extending its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers for as long as the CDC and TSA’s mask mandate is in effect.
US travel on the rise as COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, but medical experts warn pandemic isn’t over
Some destination hot spots are already seeing waves of travelers as COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, but medical experts warn the pandemic is not over yet.
Some destination hot spots are already seeing waves of travelers as COVID-19 vaccinations ramp up, but medical experts warn the pandemic is not over yet.
TSA processes largest number of travelers since March 2020
The Transportation Security Administration processed its largest number of travelers since March 15, 2020, on Friday, as more Americans get vaccinated.
The Transportation Security Administration processed its largest number of travelers since March 15, 2020, on Friday, as more Americans get vaccinated.
TSA processes largest number of travelers since last March
TSA processed 1.357 million people on Friday -- more than the 1.257 million people nearly a year ago.
TSA processed 1.357 million people on Friday -- more than the 1.257 million people nearly a year ago.
JetBlue passenger facing $14,500 fine after refusing to wear mask or stop drinking his own alcohol, FAA says
The FAA says the man not only refused to keep his mask on but also kept drinking alcohol he brought onto the plane for his flight to the Caribbean.
The FAA says the man not only refused to keep his mask on but also kept drinking alcohol he brought onto the plane for his flight to the Caribbean.
Airline industry pushes US to standardize health papers
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Leading airline and business groups are asking the Biden administration to develop temporary credentials that would let travelers show they have been tested and vaccinated for COVID-19, a step that the airline industry believes will help revive travel.
Spring Break veers toward ‘normal’ – despite coronavirus pandemic
"They did not have masks on," a Miami resident said of partiers in one beachside cafe. "It looked like a dance club. I was just like, ‘Oh my gosh, we’re just in week one. I hope this is not how it’s going to be."
"They did not have masks on," a Miami resident said of partiers in one beachside cafe. "It looked like a dance club. I was just like, ‘Oh my gosh, we’re just in week one. I hope this is not how it’s going to be."
1 year later, Wisconsin woman reflects on cruise ship quarantine
One year ago, a trip to Hawaii turned into intense isolation on a cruise ship as COVID-19 spread. A Wisconsin woman who was stuck is now reflecting on her experience in the early days of the pandemic.
One year ago, a trip to Hawaii turned into intense isolation on a cruise ship as COVID-19 spread. A Wisconsin woman who was stuck is now reflecting on her experience in the early days of the pandemic.