The real risks travelers face are often the ones they don’t think twice about — like getting into a car, skipping travel insurance, or assuming their destination is “safe.” I’m working on a story that separates travel safety myths from reality.
Have you ever taken a seemingly harmless risk that turned out to be serious? Or avoided something that turned out to be no big deal? I want to hear your stories.
What do statistics say are the most common — and overlooked — travel dangers? What safety habits actually make a difference?
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.