A new study has found that short trips are one of the dominant travel trends of this summer. I'm interested in hearing from anyone who is taking a shorter trip this summer (1 ½ weeks, versus the normal two weeks).
Where are you going?
Are you staying longer and spending more, or focusing on saving money?
Do you plan to buy travel insurance?
For subject matter experts, here are my questions: The data suggests travelers are leaning into slow tourism, event-based travel, and less touristy destinations this summer.
Why do Americans seem to prefer domestic vacations this summer? What kind of effect is the economy having on summer travel?
Also, what is the best way to get ahead of this trend if you are booking a summer trip now? (For example, will there be more competitive prices if you want to travel abroad and do something more touristy?)
The Department of Transportation just dropped a proposed rule that would have required airlines to compensate U.S. travelers for delayed flights. Behind the scenes, the airline industry is lobbying to undo even more consumer protections — from refund requirements to fee disclosures.
I'm researching a story about which rules are most at risk of being rolled back, and what travelers can do to protect themselves if airlines get their way.
I'm looking for air travelers who’ve already felt the sting of weakened protections. Maybe it was a delayed refund, being forced to accept a credit, or a surprise airline fee. I'm interested in hearing your personal stories about what happens when rules vanish and passengers are left to fend for themselves.
For industry experts, I'd love to know which DOT regulations are most vulnerable. How would repealing these rules affect travelers? And what steps can consumers take now to safeguard themselves?
If you’ve experienced any of this, I'd love to hear your story.