Simple Flying
Reports: United Airlines Planning To Open New Crew Bases In Dallas/Fort Worth & Sacramento
United says the new bases will recuce hotel costs and the need for layovers.
United States
United States travel news and blogs: national parks, road trips, cities, airlines and rail, gathered from travel publishers worldwide.
Simple Flying
FAA’s Chicago Flight Restrictions Against United & American Airlines Could Last Until 2034
Major new concourses and phased taxiway closures will reshape Chicago operations while travelers face fewer nonstop options.
One Mile at a Time
American Flight Returns To Miami Over Water Request Dispute (Guyana’s President Was Onboard)
An American Airlines flight from Miami to Guyana turned back shortly after takeoff when a passenger reportedly threatened a flight attendant over a water request. Guyana's president was onboard.
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The Wayward Home
I’ve Anchored From San Francisco Bay to the Sea of Cortez. These Are the 14 Signs an Anchorage Is Going to Wreck Your Night.
Fourteen red flags that an anchorage will be a bad night, from the cruisers who learned them the hard way: swell exposure, the wrong depth, boats pointing everywhere, the wrong fleet, and the moment t…
Conde Nast Traveller
The best sandwiches in New York City, according to a bona fide sandwich hound
New York City's finest bánh mis, Italian hoagies, and deli subs
Simple Flying
“Threatening”: American Airlines Flight Turns Back To Miami After Man Allegedly Rushes Crew
The flight ultimately made it to its destination four hours late at the second time of asking.
Simple Flying
United Airlines Adds 4 New Routes From 2 Hubs For Spring 2027
Coast to coast expansion links San Francisco with Charleston, Hartford and Oklahoma City as transcontinental options grow.
One Mile at a Time
United Airlines Opens Flight Attendant Bases In… Dallas & Sacramento?!
United Airlines is opening two new flight attendant bases, in Dallas and Sacramento. The Dallas choice is the real surprise, given American's fortress hub there and United's small presence.
Skift
NYC’s Horse-Drawn Carriages To End by 2028
New York is ending one of its most iconic tourist attractions. Pedicabs have been floated as an alternative, but lawmakers say that industry has its own issues.
Simple Flying
United Airlines Boeing 777-200 Drops Over 3,000 Feet Mid-Flight, 4 Flight Attendants Injured
Four United Airlines flight attendants were injured during turbulence near Los Angeles, raising questions about increasingly turbulent Pacific flights
Simple Flying
Yes, Pilots Can Legally Fly Without A Radio In Parts Of US Airspace: Here’s Where
Much of the United States is covered by airspace that does not require radios for VFR operations.
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Rider Magazine
Chicago Moves Route 66 Start to Navy Pier
Seventeen years after the western terminus of Route 66 was moved 1 mile west to the Santa Monica Pier, the eastern terminus in Chicago has now been moved nearly 2 miles, from the intersection of Adams…
Simple Flying
The Most Expensive Domestic Routes To Fly In The US In 2026
Discover the most expensive US domestic flight routes in 2026, from Colorado ski resorts to New York–San Francisco, and why fares remain high.
Conde Nast Traveller
Where was The Diplomat filmed? Inside the political thriller's season 4 locations
Keri Russell, Allison Janney, and more are back in action in London, New York, and, now, Lucca, Italy.
Simple Flying
How TSA Wait Times Compare At America’s 10 Busiest Airports
New York airports perform particularly poorly, while San Francisco's, which uses private contractors, perform well.
Simple Flying
Belgrade To Miami: Air Serbia Adds Its Longest US Route Yet With The Airbus A330
Air Serbia will launch nonstop Belgrade-Miami flights in May 2027, expanding its North American network with Airbus A330s.
Simple Flying
Frontier Airlines Cancels 7 Routes From World's Busiest Airport: See List Now
Seven routes were cut earlier this year from O'Hare amid heavy competition on corridors like Miami and Minneapolis.
Simple Flying
The Night Chicago Destroyed Meigs Field: The 2003 Runway Bulldozing Explained
Six large X's dug into Meigs' only runway settled a simmering dispute and put the airport out of commission for good.
Conde Nast Traveller
9 best pizza places in Edinburgh for New York-style slices and charred Neapolitan creations
From Detroit deep pans to Italian classics, this is a local’s guide to finding the best pizza in Edinburgh
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The Radavist
Ornot Fog Eater: Carl’s Nemesis
The new Ornot Fog Eater is the San Francisco brand’s first waterproof layer. It’s designed to eat whatever Carl, San Francisco’s resident fog, throws at it. It will also work with other unnamed atmosp…
Planning a trip to the United States
What this page covers
This page collects travel stories about the United States and its cities from news publishers and travel blogs, including airline and airport news, national park updates, road trip routes and city guides.
Before you go
Visitors from some countries can travel without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program but must apply for an ESTA authorisation before departure; others need a visa. Requirements depend on your passport and your travel history, so check the official US government sources well ahead of your trip. Medical care is expensive, so travel insurance with strong medical cover is essential.
Distances and getting around
The country is vast, and outside the largest cities public transport is limited, so most visitors combine domestic flights with a rental car. Long-distance trains exist and some routes are scenic, but they are slower than driving or flying. Plan fewer destinations than you think you can fit in; a road trip that covers a smaller area is usually more enjoyable.
National parks
The national parks are among the country's greatest draws. The most popular ones get very busy in summer, and some use timed-entry reservations for vehicles or specific trails at peak times. Check each park's official website for current access rules, road closures and conditions before you go.
Money on the ground
Sales tax is usually added at the till rather than included in the displayed price, and the rate varies by state and city. Tipping is expected in restaurants, bars, taxis and for many services, and it is a significant part of workers' pay, so budget for it.
Choosing a region
A single trip rarely covers more than one part of the country well. The Southwest's parks and deserts, the Pacific coast, New England, the Rockies and the South each make a complete trip on their own, and each has its own best season.