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5h ago ( December 8, 2021 at 5:16 PM ) The 5 o'Clock Somehwere Bar aboard the Margaritaville Paradise.The McBridge Company
Margaritaville has partnered with Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line to launch Margaritaville at Sea.
The new cruise brand's first ship, Margaritaville Paradise, will begin sailing from Florida in April 2022.
The Margaritaville hospitality empire has been expanding throughout 2021.
On Wednesday, hospitality giant Margaritaville announced Margaritaville at Sea, the company's own cruise brand. The Marga... Tags: Cruises, Travel, Transportation, Florida, Trends, Features, Sea, Ships, Lola, Frank, Margaritaville, Time Square, Palm Beach Florida, Cruise line, Grand Classica, Khosa92 people like this. Like
December 7, 2021 at 7:45 AM Boeing 737 sunken off the coast of Canada.Sea Proof TV
Some countries have intentionally sunken aircraft to promote diving tourism and create coral reefs.
Among the sunken planes are a handful of airliners, like the Boeing 747 and the smaller Convair 240.
Aircraft are submerged with an OK by local authorities so all harmful pieces are removed beforehand.
Scuba diving is one of the fastest-growing recreational activities in the world, having become a multibillion-dollar industry since its d... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Hollywood, Robert Downey Jr, Navy, Air Canada, US, Trends, Turkey, Features, Canada, Hawaii, Aircraft, Airplanes, Airbus, Corsair78 people like this. Like
December 5, 2021 at 8:35 AM REUTERS/Tim Chong
Airbus is eyeing the newly-launched A350 Freighter as a potential candidate for single-pilot flying.
Single-pilot operations are common in the private aviation and cargo realms but not with aircraft like the A350.
Airlines are already working with Airbus to make single-pilot passenger aircraft a reality.
The labor and shipping crises are taking flight as newer cargo planes may be developed in a way that would require only one pilot to be at the controls for most of a fli... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, Planes, Trends, Features, Flying, Arizona, Dubai, Aviation, Airbus, Faa, Boeing, Toulouse, Airbus A350, Alexa95 people like this. Like
December 5, 2021 at 8:35 AM REUTERS/Tim Chong
Airbus is eyeing the newly-launched A350 Freighter as a potential candidate for single-pilot flying.
Single-pilot operations are common in the private aviation and cargo realms but not with aircraft like the A350.
Airlines are already working with Airbus to make single-pilot passenger aircraft a reality.
The labor and shipping crises are taking flight as newer cargo planes may be developed in a way that would require only one pilot to be at the controls for most of a fli... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, Planes, Trends, Features, Flying, Arizona, Dubai, Aviation, Airbus, Faa, Boeing, Toulouse, Airbus A350, Alexa95 people like this. Like
December 4, 2021 at 8:30 AM Using Cross Border Xpress at Tijuana International Airport.Thomas Pallini/Insider
Tijuana International Airport directly connects with the US through a private border crossing called Cross Border Xpress.
The cross-border terminal allows travelers to access Tijuana International and its cheap fares to cities inside Mexico without having to enter Tijuana and deal with busy border crossings.
I put Cross Border Xpress to the test by flying from New York to Tijuana and immediately crossing back i... Tags: Travel, Amazon, Transportation, New York, News, Air Travel, California, Mexico, Planes, US, Trends, Features, Flying, Mexico City, Delta, San Diego131 people like this. Like
December 1, 2021 at 4:11 PM United Airlines is the first airline in the world to use 100% SAF on a passenger flight.United Airlines
United Airlines operated the world's first passenger flight using 100% sustainable aviation fuel.
The aircraft carried over 100 passengers from Chicago to Washington DC with United's CEO onboard.
United has invested millions into SAF, as well as other projects to reduce its carbon footprint.
United Airlines has become a global leader in reducing the aviation industry's carbon ... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, Climate Change, Washington, US, Trends, Features, Chicago, Washington Dc, Aviation, Airlines, Carbon Footprint, Boeing, United, SAF133 people like this. Like
December 1, 2021 at 5:24 PM The first Airbus A340 to land on Antarctica.Hi Fly
An Airbus A340 made history in November when it became the first jet of its type to land on Antarctica.
The South Pole has a long history of aviation that has contributed to the exploration of the continent.
A number of airliners, military planes, turboprops, and luxury jets have landed on the polar tundra since 1956.
Airlines operate regularly scheduled service to nearly every corner of the globe across six continents, connecting people to... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Australia, Navy, Russia, US, Trends, Bbc, Features, Ford, United Kingdom, Aircraft, Airplanes, Portugal, Antarctica, Cape Town142 people like this. Like
December 1, 2021 at 8:10 AM Vietnam Airlines' historic flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco.Vietnam Airlines
Vietnam Airlines launched its historic nonstop flight from Ho Chi Minh City to San Francisco on Sunday.
The airline has waited 20 years to become the first-ever regularly scheduled operator between the two nations.
The Federal Aviation Administration made Vietnam a Category 1 country in 2019, allowing it to fly to the US.
Vietnam Airlines made history on Sunday when it flew the first-ever regularly... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, California, Washington, US, San Francisco, Trends, Features, United States, Aircraft, Airbus, Airlines, Vietnam, Faa, Pacific51 people like this. Like
November 25, 2021 at 8:01 AM American Airlines cargo handler with dogEQRoy/Shutterstock
Airlines like Delta, American, United, Hawaiian, and Alaska offer pet shipping via cargo in the belly of aircraft.
According to DOT data, less than .01% of pets are harmed in the cargo hold of commercial planes.
Cargo handlers offer advice on how owners can keep pets safe and comfortable during their journey.
Flying with a pet can be stressful, especially when they do not fit in the cabin and owners are forced to check them into car... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Dog, News, Pets, US, Trends, Features, Alaska, Delta, Airlines, United, Jetblue, Department Of Transportation, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines56 people like this. Like
November 24, 2021 at 11:27 AM Inside the Golden Door spa.Thomas Pallini/Insider
Singapore Airlines has turned to the Golden Door Spa to give its ultra-long-haul flights an upgrade.
Golden Door chef Greg Frey Jr is crafting a brand-new menu based on items served at the spa.
Singapore Airlines currently flies three of the top 10 longest flights in the world.
Singapore Airlines is a recognized leader in aviation when it comes to flying the longest commercial flights in the world. Soos Jozsef/Shutterstock.com While an... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, News, Air Travel, California, Singapore, Planes, US, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Trends, Features, Flying, Aviation, Newark60 people like this. Like
November 23, 2021 at 1:27 PM Rolls-Royce Spirit of Innovation all-electric aircraft.Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce says its Spirit of Innovation plane is the "world's fastest all-electric aircraft."
The plane's top speed clocked in at 387.4 mph, which is more than 132 mph faster than the old record-holder.
Rolls Royce CEO Warren East hopes the advanced technology will contribute to a "jet-zero" industry.
British aircraft manufacturing company Rolls-Royce launched its new "Spirit of Innovation" all-electric plane on S... Tags: Travel, Transportation, UK, News, Planes, Trends, Features, Ministry Of Defence, Aircraft, Dell, Siemens, Faa, Rolls Royce, Warren East, Royce, Ward111 people like this. Like
November 16, 2021 at 8:40 AM Israel Aerospace Industries' Boeing 777-300ER "Big Twin" cargo plane.Israel Aerospace Industries
Emirates will convert four of its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft into cargo freighters.
Israel Aerospace Industries is tasked with the conversions and is currently developing the first Boeing 777-300 Special Freighter.
Cargo airlines have been clamoring for more aircraft as the supply chain and shipping crises continue.
Emirates is the latest customer for the soon-to-be largest twin-engine cargo ... Tags: Travel, Amazon, Transportation, UK, London, News, Air Travel, Planes, Israel, Trends, Features, Flying, Canada, Middle East, Arizona, Emirates114 people like this. Like
November 14, 2021 at 9:25 AM Playboy’s Big Bunny jet
Playboy Enterprises
Playboy has recreated its Big Bunny private jet to host high-profile celebrities and cultural icons.
The plane will bring the same level of luxury and sophistication that its predecessor did in the 1970s.
Guests can expect lavish seats and tableware as they enjoy a "once-in-a-lifetime dinner party in the sky."
Playboy is one of the most recognizable brands in the entertainment industry, having been founded by Hugh Hefner in 1953 with a men's ... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, News, Planes, Los Angeles, Trends, Features, Chicago, Aircraft, Hugh Hefner, Playboy, Jets, Playboy Mansion, Hefner, Playboy Enterprises78 people like this. Like
November 14, 2021 at 8:21 AM An Amtrak GE Genesis P42 locomotive.
Thomas Pallini/Insider
Amtrak is a big winner in the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill with $66 billion going towards rail.
More cities across the US may receive rail service while existing lines, stations, and services will see upgrades and improvements.
Amtrak in June debuted the new interiors of its long-distance trains that will traverse the country.
Amtrak is on the verge of a new era as it will soon find itself flush with capital following th... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Europe, News, Trains, Planes, New York City, US, Trends, Joe Biden, Features, Chicago, David, Infrastructure, Rail Travel, Biden117 people like this. Like
November 14, 2021 at 8:21 AM An Amtrak GE Genesis P42 locomotive.
Thomas Pallini/Insider
Amtrak is a big winner in the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill with $66 billion going towards rail.
More cities across the US may receive rail service while existing lines, stations, and services will see upgrades and improvements.
Amtrak in June debuted the new interiors of its long-distance trains that will traverse the country.
Amtrak is on the verge of a new era as it will soon find itself flush with capital following th... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Europe, News, Trains, Planes, New York City, US, Trends, Joe Biden, Features, Chicago, David, Infrastructure, Rail Travel, Biden125 people like this. Like
November 14, 2021 at 7:54 AM The Jet bus.
The Jet
The Jet, a luxury bus startup, is offering $99 bus rides between Washington DC and New York.
Its motorcoaches have motion-canceling seats, in-seat service, and six feet of legroom.
The Jet's CEO and founder says he's targeting leisure travelers in their mid-20s to 30s.
My guess is most people don't have fond memories of inexpensive intercity bus rides.
The seats.
Brittany Chang/Insider
After all, it's hard to enjoy long hours of being stuck on ... Tags: Travel, Google, Transportation, Facebook, New York, NYC, New York City, US, Trends, Features, Bus, Washington Dc, Cbs, Philadelphia, Scarborough, Peter Pan113 people like this. Like
November 13, 2021 at 8:17 AM A Volato HondaJet Elite.
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Volato is a private aviation company using the HondaJet as its flagship aircraft.
Wealthy flyers can purchase an ownership stake in the aircraft and pay an hourly rate of $3,200 plus fuel.
The HondaJet is underutilized in the US but offers an impressively spacious cabin with a range of nearly 1,500 nautical miles.
When Americans think of the name "Honda," chances are most of them aren't thinking about a private jet. But one company is l... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, Air Travel, US, Trends, Features, Flying, Aviation, Honda, Long Island, Private Jets, Private Jet, NetJets, Liotta, FlexJet82 people like this. Like
November 11, 2021 at 5:00 PM Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky
Electric scooters are a convenient and fun way to commute to work or run errands around town.
The best electric scooters should have a reliably long battery range and travel at speeds of up to 20-plus mph.
Our top pick, the Ninebot KickScooter by Segway ES4, has a dual-battery design and up to 28 miles of range.
Electric scooters have gone from curious novelties to a bonafide form of transportation thanks to advancements in tech and the rise of e-scooter renta... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Outdoors, Transportation, Trends, Best, Features, Buying Guide, Xiaomi, Commuting, Electric, Scooter, Electric Scooters, Maxx, Amazon Built, Amazon Lightweight106 people like this. Like
November 11, 2021 at 3:40 PM American Airlines and JetBlue Airways
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American Airlines and JetBlue Airways are strengthening their controversial Northeast Alliance.
Despite a lawsuit filed by the Justice Department, the duo is expanding its network and catering to business travelers.
The alliance has the most frequencies in New York, with JetBlue adding its code to more American flights.
American Airlines and JetBlue Airways announced their Northeast Alliance in July 2020 with the intent to of... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, London, News, Boston, Trends, Features, Chicago, Washington Dc, Airbus, John, Department Of Justice, Jfk, Boeing, Doj119 people like this. Like
November 11, 2021 at 12:32 PM Suzy Hernandez/Insider
Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky
An air mattress is a convenient option for unexpected visits, sleepovers, and camping trips.
A great air mattress is comfortable, easy to set up, and can be stored quickly.
Our top pick from SoundAsleep provides great back support and comes with excellent customer service.
An air mattress is a great investment for those who like to be prepared for unexpected visits, sleepovers, spontaneous trips, or even camping. It can be set up ... Tags: Travel, Reviews, Home, Camping, Trends, Best, Features, Buying Guide, Bill, Electric, Pvc, Don, TPU, Air Mattress, REI Co, Ellen Hoffman128 people like this. Like
November 10, 2021 at 8:10 AM Princess Cruises' Island Princess cruise ship.
Princess Cruises
Carnival's Princess Cruises has announced a 111-day world cruise that will set sail in January 2024.
The almost four-month cruise will bring guests to 51 locations across 27 countries.
The cruise starts at almost $21,080 per person, and suites start at about $66,000.
Around the world in 80 days? How about 111 days - by ship.
Sydney, Australia.
Princess Cruises
On Monday, Carnival's Princess Cruises ann... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Bali, Los Angeles, Trends, Barcelona, Features, Cruise, Alaska, Hawaii, Sydney, Athens, Princess Cruises, Panama Canal, Unesco World Heritage Sites, Bermuda79 people like this. Like
November 7, 2021 at 9:29 AM Hawaiian Airlines is installing Adient Aerospace's Ascent business class seat on its Boeing 787 Dreamliners
Adient Aerospace/Angel DiBilio/Shutterstock
Hawaiian Airlines is upgrading its business class seat for high-budget leisure travelers from Asia and Australia.
The seat comes from Adient Aerospace and is expected to enhance comfort, space, and luxury.
Hawaiian is anticipating tough competition from Japanese carriers once the borders open between Japan and the US.
The US is open... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Asia, Europe, Japan, London, News, Australia, US, Trends, Features, Hawaii, Aircraft, Airbus, Boeing, United125 people like this. Like
November 7, 2021 at 9:21 AM Forward fuselage on Bold Horizon
NTSB
The National Transportation Safety Board recovered a sunken Transair Boeing 737 from the ocean floor.
The cargo plane broke into two pieces when it crash-landed off the coast of Hawaii, though both pilots survived.
The job took 20 days to complete and required specialized underwater equipment, a research vessel, and a barge.
Recovering an aircraft is a big job for the National Transportation Safety Board, which is the federal agency tasked with inv... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, California, Planes, Trends, Features, Hawaii, Washington Dc, Connecticut, Aircraft, Shirley, Boeing, Airline, Cargo, Air Crash146 people like this. Like
November 5, 2021 at 12:50 PM AP Photo/Eugene Garcia
A new study reveals the airlines and airports that are the most likely to experience flight delays or cancelations.
The study looked at a two-year period from July 2019 to July 2021 to capture pre-pandemic and pandemic flying.
Allegiant Air and Newark Liberty International Airport are the entities most likely to have a flight disruption.
Airlines have had a rough couple of months with delays and cancelations, with many major US carriers experiencing operational ... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, New York City, US, Trends, Features, Dallas, Tsa, Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Stephen, Cnbc, Laguardia Airport, Flight Delays, Flight Cancellations50 people like this. Like
November 4, 2021 at 9:16 AM Southwest Airlines state flag liveries
Southwest Airlines/Southwest Airlines
Southwest painted 12 aircraft with special state flags liveries to honor the destinations it serves.
The painting can cost $50,000 to $300,000, and more intricate plane designs are more expensive.
The job takes 12 days to complete, according to Southwest.
Southwest Airlines is the country's largest domestic carrier and celebrated its 50-year anniversary in June. The company prides itself on its history, strong... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Florida, Texas, News, Maryland, California, Trends, Cnn, Features, Tennessee, Aircraft, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Louisiana146 people like this. Like
November 3, 2021 at 8:07 AM Spirit Airlines A320 at Boston airport
Taylor Rains/Insider
Low-cost carriers offer an a-la-carte business model that charges for extra amenities like luggage and seats.
The surprise fees can frustrate passengers, but knowing what to expect can help avoid last-minute expenses.
Customers can save money by buying tickets at the airport and booking add-ons in advance.
Budget carriers like Spirit, Frontier, and Allegiant have made flying affordable for many travelers, though the low-cost b... Tags: Travel, Transportation, Washington Post, Boston, Trends, Features, Spirit, Las Vegas, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, Daniel, Spirit Airlines Frontier, Allegiant Air, Allegiant, Frontier Airlines, Carlos Yudica Shutterstock136 people like this. Like
November 2, 2021 at 8:52 AM Using Cross Border Xpress at Tijuana International Airport.
Thomas Pallini/Insider
Cross Border Xpress connects Tijuana International Airport with the US through a private border crossing.
Flyers can use Cross Border Xpress when flying in and out of Tijuana to avoid wait times at traditional ports of entry.
It took me no more than 15 minutes to get from Tijuana to the US using the crossing with virtually no lines for US Customs and Border Protection.
See more stories on Insider's bu... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, Air Travel, California, Mexico, Planes, US, Trends, Features, Flying, Mexico City, San Diego, Aviation, Starbucks, Airlines143 people like this. Like
November 2, 2021 at 9:05 AM Austrian Airlines onboard chef
Austrian Airlines
Flying chefs are slowly returning to the sky after the pandemic suspended the high-touch service.
Inflight chefs are responsible for food preparation and taste but do not cook from scratch onboard.
Only a handful of airlines worldwide have food experts onboard, with some retiring the service due to high costs.
Receiving an inflight meal on long-haul flights is the standard on most international carriers. Passengers can expect anything fr... Tags: Travel, Transportation, New York, London, News, Indonesia, Trends, Features, Etihad, Jetblue, Airline Food, Turkish Airlines, Jetblue Airways, Gulf Air, Etihad Airways, Garuda57 people like this. Like
November 1, 2021 at 12:53 PM Emirates' first-ever Airbus A380, registered A6-EDA
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Emirates is converting its first-ever delivered A380 into furniture and memorabilia to sell to fans.
A part of the proceeds will go to the company's charity foundation that helps children in need.
Repurposing the plane's materials will reduce Emirates' carbon footprint by lessening landfill waste.
The pandemic took a toll on the industry in many ways, like forcing airlines to suspend routes and lay off emplo... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, Trends, Features, Aircraft, Emirates, Tim Clark, Un, Airbus, Uae, Hamburg, A380, Airbus A380, Reuters, New York s JFK airport130 people like this. Like
October 31, 2021 at 8:28 AM 10 Tanker Air Carrier DC-10
Austin Beede
An aerial firefighting company is experiencing an increase in business due to the busy 2021 fire season.
New Mexico-based 10 Tanker Air Carrier dropped a record-setting 12 million gallons of fire retardant this year.
The company uses four converted McDonnell Douglas DC-10 aircraft for its firefighting operation.
Firefighting aircraft are a powerful tool for battling forest fires, especially during the record-breaking 2021 fire season that saw 73... Tags: Travel, Transportation, News, Australia, Mexico, US, Trends, European Union, Features, Chile, New Mexico, North America, Forest Fires, Albuquerque, Gould, Tanker82 people like this. Like
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