Winter Storm Travel Update: While the storm has moved offshore, it will take several more days to clear the logjam that resulted from 13,000 cancelled flights. The challenge is that travelers whose flights were cancelled are being slotted over time onto planes that were already full before the storm hit.
Many or our major airports have been effected including: Chicago’s O'Hare International Airport (KORD/ORD), New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (KJFK/JFK) and Newark Liberty International Airport (KEWR/EWR), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (KDCA/DCA), Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (KDFW/DFW) and Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (KATL/ATL).
Have You Checked Out the Interactive Airport Status Map? It’s great information when travel is disrupted. Check it out.
Travel-On is still experiencing heavier than usual call volume as our agents assist travelers with changes to their travel plans and help stranded travelers get to their destination as quickly as possible. We are proud of the superb job that our agents are doing and the dedication they show to helping our travelers.
The Situation in Egypt: U.S. citizens in Egypt who require assistance, or those who are concerned that their U.S. citizen loved one in Egypt may require assistance, should contact the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Cairo at: 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 for callers outside the United States and Canada.
The latest information for US Citizens
A Traveler’s Guide to the Crisis in Egypt: Q&A What You Need to Know: Read more
Volcano Eruptions Gain in Frequency in Japan: A volcano on the border between Kagoshima and Miyazaki prefectures erupted for the second time Wednesday morning, marking the seventh eruption since last week. Read more
If you are planning an international trip, Travel-On recommends that anyone traveling abroad register in the Smart Traveler Program through the US State Department.
Stay informed! Check out country specific travel warnings and alerts.
If you are have questions about events and civil conditions at a destination please contact your Travel-On/Travel Place agent to discuss.
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Flying during the Super Bowl no longer means waiting for the pilot to announce the latest score. But if you're hoping to watch the Packers-Steelers matchup at 30,000 feet next Sunday, plan carefully: Not every airline with TV will be showing the game and not all digital alternatives work once regular-season football ends. Read more
Be Prepared for Winter Travel: One of the most important concepts to remember when planning winter excursions
If there are winter storm warnings and watches don’t travel unless it is absolutely necessary! If you must travel or have traveled into a winter storm, we have compiled some tips to help you survive. Read more
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Traveling with a Baby? Get the Right Airplane Seat
Many traveling parents purchase a car seat that is also certified for use in aircraft. Another option for air travel is the Child Aviation Restraint System, designed specifically for aviation use for children age 1 and older who are old enough to be in their own seats, but are too small for the seat belt alone. Read more
Future Hotels Will Help Travelers Disconnect
In the future, more travelers will seek out hotels in tropical locations where they can go offline. And these places won't be just a box with a beautiful spa, according to hip hotelier Chip Conley, creator of San Francisco-based Joie de Vivre Hotels. Read more
Liberty Hotel in Boston Joins Luxury Collection
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Ritz Carlton Golf and Spa Resort Awarded Green Globe Certification
Luxury always comes with a price. However, the folks at The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort, Rose Hall, Jamaica in Montego Bay are ensuring that price doesn’t affect our planet or the environment. In light of a recent press release, The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort, Rose Hall, Jamaica has been awarded Green Globe Certification for its continued environmental conservation efforts. Read more
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