• Thu, May 1, 2025

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Travelers check Maid of the Mist off their bucket list during opening day

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) — One of Western New York's sure signs of spring returned to the water Wednesday, as the Maid of the Mist officially launched its 179th season. After a delayed start due to ice buildup on the lower Niagara River, the iconic boat tour welcomed visitors from across the globe for its […]

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Greater Anglia Brings London Closer to East Anglia Day Trippers in Playful Campaign by Atomic | LBBOnline

Little Black Book, The humorous campaign was created with Atomic London and directed by Ivan Bird at Missing Link Films

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Here's how the FAA is preparing for summer travel

So long, Spring Break, and hello, summer travel!

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7 Amazing Summer Travel Destinations With Affordable Flights in 2025

Summer is typically an expensive time to travel, but vacationers might be getting a break this year. Check Out: 6 US Cities Where You Can Still Enjoy a Luxury Vacation for Cheap Read Next: 4 Low-Risk...

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Damian Lillard to travel with Bucks to Indianapolis, no timeline yet for return

Jim Owczarski: Damian Lillard will travel with the #Bucks to Indianapolis, but he will not put a timeline on his return. He did say once he feels he's ready to play physically (i.e. movement,…

by: Vogue

Can "Grief Travel" Help Transform An Aching Heart?

With grief-related wellness on the rise, so-called "griefcations" are trending.

by: Forbes

Canadian Travel To U.S. Plunges 32% In March As Boycott Escalates

The Canadian travel boycott of the U.S. picked up steam last month, setting up a potential $6 billion economic loss in commerce in 2025.

by: Fortune

Amazon CEO says the $2 trillion retailer is 'pretty maniacally focused' on keeping prices down amid tariff pressure

Andy Jassy told analysts during an earnings call "there's maybe never a more important time in recent memory" to maintain prices.

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Millions of visitors traveled to Mobile in 2024: Alabama Tourism Department

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The city of Mobile saw a 2.2% increase in visitors from 2023 to 2024, according to the Alabama Tourism Department. A Visit Mobile news release said 3.5 million people visited Mobile in 2024 — the largest growth in the state. "These visitors accounted for $1.9 billion in travel-related spending in Mobile," […]

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10 Pieces of Kid-Friendly Luggage That Make Traveling a Breeze

Traveling with kids gets a bad rep, but instead of leaning into the negative remarks from just about everyone with an opinion, help eliminate some of the chaos by gifting your little travelers with luggage that's all for them. Kid-friendly luggage pieces give them a sense of responsibility and importance that makes them feel so …

by: Fortune

Trump's tariffs are the 'No. 1 topic' on the minds of robot makers hoping to beat China amid supply chain 'inconveniences'

Humanoid makers are looking at a potential bright side to the geopolitical shifts.

by: Forbes

The Best Travel Shoes For Men, According To Well-Traveled Experts

All of our top picks offer cushioned support, reliable traction and breathable materials—plus fashion-forward designs. Here's what to pack on your next trip.

by: Fortune

Stocks close higher as tech giants report profits and expansion plans

Meta and Microsoft surprised to the upside on better-than-expected showing from AI the previous day.

by: Fortune

Americans are choosing a hot Caribbean vacation this summer

With European hotspots increasingly overpriced, overcrowded and affected by the anti-tourism protests, Americans are going elsewhere—and saving money.

by: Fortune

Fortune Workplace Innovation Summit livestream 2025

At this two-day meeting, the brightest HR and executive minds will imagine, debate, and design the bold future of work.

by: Fortune

Elon Musk says DOGE should 'definitely' take a close look at the Fed

Musk criticized the Fed's $2.2 billion remodeling of its Washington D.C. headquarters.
  • Fri, May 2, 2025

by: ESPN

Injured Scheifele won't travel with Jets for G6

Jets coach Scott Arniel said Thursday that star center Mark Scheifele will not travel with team ahead of Game 6 against the Blues.

by: Investopedia

Airbnb Says Economic Uncertainties Are Causing Softer US Travel Demand

Airbnb shares pulled back slightly Friday, a day after the vacation rental site warned that economic conditions were leading consumers to pull back on travel spending.

by: Newsweek

US travel warnings for Middle East, Asia amid Iran tensions

It comes as a fourth round of Iran nuclear talks was delayed.

by: WJCL

Traveling with the president: Alabama commencement address

White House Correspondent Kalyn Norwood is traveling with President Trump as he delivers the first commencement address of his second term

by: BuzzFeed

"It's The Most Beautiful Island In The World": Older Adults Are Revealing The Best Travel Destination They've Ever Visited

"As we get older, our travels become less about partying, and more about having unique and authentic cultural experiences."

by: Euronews

ATM 2025 highlights AI, accessibility and sustainability as key definers of the future of travel

The 32nd edition of the annual travel trade show is expected to have drawn record-breaking numbers of participants.View on euronews

by: WAFF

Travelers are using ChatGPT to plan their upcoming trips

Justin Carter is a professor at the University of North Alabama. He has been utilizing ChatGPT to plan his entire study abroad trip to Italy this summer.

by: WSOC

Airport implements new elevator communication plan after traveler complaint

The Charlotte Douglas International Airport has a solution after Channel 9 reported last year on a complaint about out-of-order elevators with no clear signs pointing to the working lift.

by: Reuters

United Airlines travelers face check-in issues on website and app

United Airlines said on Friday it was experiencing issues with travelers unable to check in for upcoming flights. Travelers were facing issues related to accessing the airline's website and app, data from Downdetector showed. United, in a post on social media platform X, said, "We're aware of the issue at hand and are working to get it resolved as soon as possible."

by: Fortune

Trump got a strong jobs report, but maybe not the way he wanted

The bulk of new jobs in April came from industries that do not necessarily reflect the administration's priorities.

by: Forbes

These Waterfront Resorts Are Ideal For Wellness-Focused Summer Travel

From the shores of a beachfront resort in the Caribbean to a luxurious haven in Greece that overlooks azure waters, these wellness resorts offer something extra for all.

by: CNN

He danced in the airport and missed his flight. Then he inspired a TikTok travel trend | CNN

Here's why airport dancing has become the latest viral travel trend, with travelers across the world spinning through baggage claim and twirling through terminals, getting millions of views in the process.

by: Forbes

Dubai Is Best City For Solo Women Travelers, Per New Study

A new study says Dubai is safe and the best city for solo female travelers, but a rights group says women there don't have equal rights, and the State Department warns about women walking alone.

by: Fortune

Global study finds people in Indonesia flourish the most. Here's why

The Global Flourishing Study surveyed over 200,000 people in 22 countries.

by: Forbes

'Solos' Helps Solo Travelers Avoid Hidden Single Supplement Fees

Solo travelers often feel misled by tour pricing as the advertised price is based on a room for sharing and the price increases dramatically during the booking process.

by: Fortune

Michelle Obama warns Gen Z: Don't let the Ivy League's 'scam' you

"Do not let these people scam you," Michelle Obama says.

by: Forbes

Irish Travel Retailer ARI In Expansionist Mode As It Tops $1.6 Billion

'Joy On Your Way' is how ARI couches its retail philosophy and it seems to be paying off.

by: Fortune

Current price of gold as of May 2, 2025

Trends in gold prices could indicate whether the asset can protect against inflation. Here's a look at how the precious metal is doing today.

by: Fortune

Fortune 500 Power Moves: Which executives gained and lost power this week (April 26-May 2, 2025)

See which Fortune 500 companies are making changes to their C-suite ranks.

by: Fortune

The 3 steps smart CEOs are taking in a volatile tariff environment: Russell Reynolds CEO Constantin

Economic and geopolitical uncertainty are top of mind for C-suite leaders, according to the latest report on leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds.

by: Fortune

Employers kept hiring steadily in April, unfazed by tariff announcements

U.S. employers added 177,000 jobs last month.

by: Fortune

What women founders think of Trump's first 100 days

"The government's all-out war on any kind of program that supports women or minorities is very deeply felt," says one VC.

by: Fortune

Here's why founders should make sure they have an HR in place before hiring their 50th employee

It's a critical inflection point.

by: Fortune

Why Kohl's CEO firing serves as a warning for C-suite executives

CEO turmoil continues at the company.

by: Fortune

Lutnick: 'I have a deal done, done, done, done' as China, Japan and India warm to trade talks

Green shoots are at last appearing in trade negotiations between the U.S. and major economic partners, after a frosty reception showed no signs of quick deals.

by: Fortune

The new extreme in 'founder friendly' deals: Complete board control

Mira Murati and Andreessen Horowitz are working on a funding round that could set a new standard for "founder friendly" deals.

by: Fortune

'Flood' of illicit vapes from China are now dominating the e-vape market, warns Altria

Altria is seeing a great deal of activity in the e-vapor market, but warned regulated products are being undercut by illicit imports.

by: Fortune

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to let it strip legal protection from 350,000 Venezuelan migrants

The status allows people already in the United States to live and work legally because their native countries are deemed unsafe for return due to natural disaster or civil strife.

by: Fortune

The CEOs of Accenture and Delta on how they deal with 'fear and uncertainty'

Also: McDonald's says consumers are cutting back, Kohl fired its CEO after only 3 months.

by: Fortune

GOP-controlled House votes to block California from phasing out sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035

California for decades has been given the authority to adopt vehicle emissions standards that are stricter than the federal government's.

by: Fortune

Current refi mortgage rates report for May 2, 2025

See Friday's report on average refi rates on different types of home loans.

by: Fortune

China says it's evaluating U.S. talks, hinting at possible thaw

China's Commerce Ministry noted senior U.S. officials have repeated expressed willingness to talk to Beijing about tariffs in a statement on Friday.

Elon Musk says DOGE should 'definitely' take a close look at the Fed

Musk criticized the Fed's $2.2 billion remodeling of its Washington D.C. headquarters.
Elon Musk, in a recent interview with Fortune, suggested that the Federal Reserve should be more closely scrutinized, drawing parallels between the central bank's monetary policies and the volatility of Dogecoin. Musk emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in financial institutions, arguing that the Fed's actions have significant impacts on the economy and public trust. He pointed out the irony of Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency often criticized for its lack of intrinsic value, being used as a lens to examine the Fed's operations. Musk's comments come at a time when debates over monetary policy and cryptocurrency regulation are intensifying, highlighting the growing intersection between traditional finance and digital assets.

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