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Real ID needed for plane travel in U.S.
Americans flying within the U.S. will soon be asked for a Real ID for domestic air travel. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo breaks down the new requirement.
Overtourism creates havoc this summer as travelers swarm scenic destinations
To be visited during the summer of overtourism in 2024 means traffic jams, water problems and high housing prices.
These are the top 10 destinations for Labor Day travel
Labor Day weekend will mark the end of the summer travel season. Here's how Americans are capping it off.
AAA: Labor Day travel to break records
AAA predicts a busy Labor Day weekend, capping off a record-setting summer travel season. American Airlines is preparing for its busiest Labor Day ever, with nearly 4 million passengers expected to travel, a 14% increase from last year.
North Korea reportedly to reopen border city to tourists after 5 years
Chinese-based tour operators said North Korea will soon allow visitors to the mountainous northern city of Samjiyon.
Americans spending less on travel, WSJ finds
Americans are hitting the brakes on their travel spending, according to new reporting from the Wall Street Journal, with executives from companies like Expedia and Hilton expecting Americans to take fewer trips in the coming months, pointing to signs of "softness" in spending. Paula Twidale, senior VP of travel for AAA, joined CBS News to discuss the trend.
Theme parks reporting drop in revenue
Vacationers have been selective in where they go this year, causing a decline in revenue and attendance for some of the country's largest theme parks. Six Flags says its attendance declined 2%, partly due to fewer operating days, while Disney says its attendance remained stable, but income in its park division declined 6%. Clint Henderson, managing editor for the Points Guy, joined CBS News to discuss the decline in spending at theme parks.
Debby remnants disrupt flights in Northeast
The remnants of Debby made their way north Friday, dumping heavy rain that's caused severe flash floods in the region. The severe rainfall has forced many flight delays in the Northeast. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more from Newark Liberty International Airport.
Debby snarling travel in Northeast U.S.
The remnants of what was once Hurricane Debby are making their way up the East Coast and causing headaches for travelers. Flight-tracking service FlightAware shows more than 1,400 flights within, into or out of the United States have been delayed so far Friday and more than 160 cancellations have been reported. Weather Channel meteorologist Kelly Cass has a look at the forecast and CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more on the travel delays Debby is causing.
August travel deals offering summer savings
Condé Nast Traveler's latest issue shows August is a great month to snag last-minute deals on some cool destinations with flights possibly cheaper than expected. Erin Florio, executive editor for Condé Nast Travel, joined CBS News to discuss some ways you can save while jetsetting.
Boeing questioned over door panel blowout
Top Boeing officials faced tough questions from the National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday over a mid-air door panel blowout on one of its planes earlier this year. The incident raised new questions about the company's aircraft safety. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Welcome to Sealand: World’s smallest state
Sealand, an offshore platform off England's coast, is the world’s smallest state. It has just one permanent resident and its own royal family.
Tips for Americans attending Paris Olympics
The Paris Olympics have drawn an estimated 15 million people to the City of Light. After living there for over six years, influencer Amanda Rollins has gained more than 1 million TikTok followers and 209,000 on Instagram through her "American Fille" blog. Rollins joins CBS News to share tips for Americans visiting Paris.
Air New Zealand abandons 2030 emissions goal
Air New Zealand has become the first major airline to cancel its goal to cut carbon emissions by 2030. John Gradek, coordinator of McGill University's Aviation Management Program, joins CBS News to discuss the decision and examine how it could affect the industry.
Arson attacks strand Olympics travelers
France's high-speed rail system was targeted by a string of arson-related acts that are now hindering hundreds of thousands of travelers across Europe ahead of the Olympics in Paris. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host Dana Jacobson has more.
Paris Olympics safety concerns and tips
Crowds from around the world arriving in Paris, France, for the 2024 Olympics will encounter tight security measures to keep visitors and athletes safe during the global event. CBS News' Jamie Yuccas reports from Paris and Stacie Hankins, the deputy consul general at the U.S. Embassy in Paris, joins CBS News with tips to stay safe during the Olympic Games.
Airline cancellation protections coming
As the world grapples with airline delays and cancellations caused by technical outages, weather and even protests, American passengers may be closer to receiving more consumer protections in the fall. Bill McGee, a senior fellow with the American Economic Liberties Project, joins CBS News with tips for travelers encountering difficulties with airlines.
Rail arson acts threaten Olympics travel
Several incendiary devices were located around France's rail system as Paris readies for the Olympics, The Associated Press reports. The acts are being called criminal vandalism. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-anchor Dana Jacobson reports from Paris.
Southwest Airlines ends open seating
Southwest Airlines is ending its open seating system and will move to assign seats and provide options for premium seating. CBS News Texas' Lauren Crawford is speaking with flyers about the changes.
Paris 2024 Olympics impacting travel
Travelers hoping to explore Europe this summer will have some navigate the 2024 Paris Olympics traffic. Robin Stencil, a tour program manager for Rick Steves' Europe, joins CBS News with more on what to expect.
Southwest Airlines ends open seating, introduces red-eye flights
The Dallas-based airline is putting an end to its open seating policy, will begin offering premium seating and is introducing redeye flight options.
Delta investigated over mass cancellations
The federal government has launched an investigation into Delta Air Lines while it struggles to recover from last week's global tech outage. On Tuesday, the airline canceled 500 flights and delayed 1,600 others.
Delta sees 5th straight day of disruptions
Delta Air Lines is seeing a fifth straight day of flight disruptions after a global software outage last Friday forced cancelations and delays. The problems have led the Transportation Department to launch an investigation into the airline. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Delta struggles with global tech outage
Delta is still navigating delays and flight cancellations after the global technology outage that struck Microsoft products linked to CrowdStrike systems. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Top officials present Trump with military options for Venezuela in coming days
The potential operations for Venezuela presented to Trump included options for strikes on land, multiple sources said.
Alina Habba's office ransacked by man who tried to enter with bat, sources say
Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba's office was violently vandalized Wednesday by a person who earlier in the day had been denied entry to the building because he had a baseball bat, two sources said.
Senator warns unauthorized drone flights pose rising threat within U.S.
Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton of Arkansas told CBS News the threat is "severe and growing."
Federal agencies reopen and employees return to work after shutdown ends
The government is starting to reopen after President Trump signed a bill to fund the government through Jan. 30.
BBC apologizes to Trump over editing of his Jan. 6 speech in documentary
President Trump had threatened to sue the corporation for $1 billion over a program it aired in 2024 about the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Trump official refers Swalwell to Justice Department for alleged fraud
Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte has referred California Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department, sources told CBS News.
Fetterman hospitalized after fall near his Pennsylvania home
A spokesman for Sen. John Fetterman said a "ventricular fibrillation flare-up" led to him feeling light-headed.
Some TSA agents will get $10,000 bonuses for shutdown work, Noem says
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that TSA agents with "exemplary service" during the government shutdown will receive a $10,000 bonus check.
Florida executes ex-Marine who abducted, raped and killed 6-year-old girl in 1979
A man convicted of killing a 6-year-old girl who was abducted from her bedroom has been executed in Florida, which was the record 16th death sentence carried out under Gov. Ron DeSantis.