Summer’s unofficial start is going to mean crowded roads and airports in 2024. AAA predicts nearly 44 million people will be on the road this weekend, the second-biggest number since the company began tracking travelers in 2000. “We haven’t seen Memorial Day weekend travel numbers like these in almost 20 years,” said Paula Twidale, senior…

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (NEXSTAR) — The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades partnered with labor advocates to hold the first Tradeswomen Take Over Springfield Advocacy Day at the Capitol. The group wanted to show lawmakers that women make up a significant portion of these union jobs, and that their interests should be taken into account…

I remember one of the first trips I took as a kid with my family was to Singapore. I still remember the climate, the pristine streets, the warm disposition of the locals, and being incredibly overjoyed to experience a different culture other than my own. It sparked a lifelong curiosity and interest in seeking out…

President Emmanuel Macron is traveling to the violence-wracked Pacific territory of New Caledonia. He is expected to arrive early Thursday. Macron’s trip to the French-controlled archipelago comes a week after deadly riots broke out over a bill introduced in the French parliament that would allow French-born residents who have lived in New Caledonia for 10…

Adapted from a press release. Mars Inc. announces a partnership with Tripadvisor, kicking off in the U.S. market with plans for future global expansion. According to Mars, through a new cobranded digital hub, consumers will be inspired by and connected to pet-friendly communities across Tripadvisor’s platform, while businesses will be encouraged to realize the cultural,…

As the world continues to embrace the joys of travel, post-pandemic, the industry is poised for sustained momentum throughout the rest of 2024. The post-pandemic “revenge travel” trend, which began in 2022, remains a significant driving force. Data from The European Travel Commission shows a 7.2% increase in foreign arrivals and a 6.5% rise in…

12 tips from American Airlines to make travel easy In the months ahead, more than 72 million customers will take to the skies on American Airlines. Here are some top travel tips to get ready for your trip and make the most of your travel. But first things first – make sure you enroll in…

From where to stay, how to budget and how to protect your home, Justin Walter shares advice for those seeking a summer adventure. Tags Gmm

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — GasBuddy has predicted that more people will be hitting the road during the summer travel season. According to GasBuddy’s Summer Travel Survey, 76% of Americans plan to make a road trip sometime between Memorial Day and Labor Day. This is up 18% from 2023. The average traveler plans to make two…

The Tyler’s Travels Team learned all about the fast paced game of Pickleball 30 minutes ago LEXINGTON SC (WOLO) – The Tyler’s Travels Team was off to Lexington to learn about the slow or fast place game of pickleball.  The sport has become one of the fastest growing sports in the world, with nearly 37…