How to be informed of flight cancellations and changes instantly

How do you know that your airline gate has changed? Or that there is a pending airline strike? Or even that an earthquake in one area is delaying travel in another area? Or what to do about that ash cloud?

With Travel-On's complimentary alert programs there is no reason to be caught unaware.

1) Enroll in FlightStats for automated voicemail, email, and/or text notification of flight cancellations or delays or gate changes that occur within the last three hours prior to departure. Enrollment is free via a form embedded in your online traveler profile.

2) Subscribe to our Electronic Travel Bulletin (ETB). Published every Friday, the ETB covers the top travel news stories of interest to corporate travelers, including pending strikes, new technology and gadgets for the traveler on the go, changes to loyalty programs, etc.Your email address will not be sold, shared, or used for any other purpose.

Travel surge expected for July 4 weekend‎

A surge in Fourth of July travel is expected this weekend compared to last year's slump, driven by signs of life in the economy, according to the motorist group AAA. But the impact of the Gulf oil spill on coastal tourism in the region is unclear. Read more

Airlines waive fees for travel in hurricane's path

Airlines roll out policy waivers for travelers affected by the storm. If you have travel plans that could be impacted, check with your airline for ticket-change guidelines.

Travel-On is in the process of identifying those travelers whose travel plans may be affected by the hurricane. The impacted travelers will be notified by Travel-On agents in order to make alternate arrangements. We are closely monitoring the situation and will keep you informed of any new information as it is made available.

Passport fees are going up July 13

Get that expiring passport renewed quickly: Charges for U.S. passports and visas for foreigners will rise July 13, the U.S. Department of State says.

That means the cost of a passport for an adult will go from $100 to $135, including a $25 administrative fee. Those under 16 will pay $105 with the fee, up from $85 now. Read more

Cabin crew delays BA strike vote over new offer

The union representing British Airways cabin crews says a new ballot on strike action is being postponed so its members can consider an offer from the airline.

The Unite union said Monday that the vote, which had been scheduled to begin Tuesday, would be delayed. Read more

Gulf Coast beaches update

As Americans gear up for the Fourth of July weekend, coastal areas affected by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico are working hard to keep beach-bound travelers informed. Read more

New York passes ban on short-term apartment rentals

For thrifty tourists, the days of "living like a New Yawker" - and bypassing steep Manhattan hotel rates - could be coming to an end.

The New York Assembly passed a bill Thursday that, by banning rentals of less than 30 days, makes operating a residential apartment as a transient hotel illegal in New York City. The legislation, already approved by the state Senate, now goes to Gov. David Paterson for signature. Read more

Ryanair pledges $6 standing-room-only fares, but some smell a hoax‎

Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair is at it again. The airline -- the same one that keeps promising to introduce the pay toilet now says it's working on a "standing-room-only" vertical seating section in which seats would cost as little as £4 -- or roughly $6. Read more