Southwest plane suffers in-flight engine failure, 1 fatality confirmed
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 flying from New York to Dallas suffered an engine failure, forcing an emergency landing in Philadelphia. Although the plane landed safely, one passenger was killed and damage is significant. A preliminary report by the NTSB indicated that the engine showed metal fatigue.
Louis Vuitton’s luggage tracker tells you if it’s landed in a different country
Louis Vuitton says its new Echo tracker will let you know "whether your luggage has arrived in the right airport or not."
A.I. helps Oscar the chatbot answer 75 percent of travel questions
Need to know how many bags you can bring? Just ask Oscar, the travel chatbot for Air New Zealand, recently expanded to the U.S. and Canada.
Skyscanner travel app now lets you book train tickets, too
Skyscanner now lets travelers in the U.K. search for and book train tickets. The popular app already helps out with flights, accommodation, and car rentals.
Great heights and spectacular sights: The 17 coolest buildings on Earth
Humans have built structures large and small across our planet, some of which are more magnificent than others. Here are 17 of the coolest buildings you'll ever lay eyes on, from the frigid regions of Svalbard, Norway, to the cliffside of Brazil's Guanabara Bay.
Royal Caribbean turns to AR, VR to help visualize its new private island project
How do you get people excited about something that doesn't yet exist? For its new private island collection, Perfect Day, Royal Caribbean turned to augmented reality and virtual reality to give a scope of what the project would look and feel like.
Commuterpak is a versatile bag for tablets and other devices
Start-up Funk Street Outfitters says the Commuterpak is an everyday backpack that's both affordable but well-made, with multiple carrying options.
Hackers could have credit card numbers of 880,000 Orbitz users
Book travel on Orbitz in 2016 or 2017? User data could have been accessed by hackers, Orbitz said on Tuesday.
Board 350 passengers in 20 minutes? Facial recognition passes testing at LAX
To board a flight from LAX with the Lufthansa airline, you don't need your boarding pass, just your face with self-boarding gates.
Scientists propose a counterintuitive way to avoid in-flight lightning strikes
A new strategy would see planes intentionally increase their electrical charge and fly right through the threatening storms to avoid lightning strikes.
From weird to practical, 18 small travel essentials you’ll actually want to pack
These small but essential travel accessories could help make your journey a smooth one. Here are 18 of our favorites, from a weird travel pillow to a portable washing bag.
Airbnb for Everyone offers a whole slew of new tiers and perks for guests
Late last week, Airbnb debuted a series of new features on its website in a new initiative called "Airbnb for everyone."
Once you put them on, you may never want to take Suavs shoes off
Kicking off your shoes is generally the first step in total relaxation, but that may not be the case when your shoes are from Suavs.
Airbnb will now help you explore Philadelphia with new experiences
If you're looking to explore Philadelphia, Airbnb can help with its new selection of experiences made for the city.
The tiny Panasonic ZS200 reaches farther, shoots closer with updated lens
The Panasonic ZS200 can reach even farther with a 15x optical zoom, while keeping a one-inch sensor and compact body design. Its size and power makes it ideal for travelers looking for a lightweight, all-in-one camera.
Buzz Aldrin’s solar backpack will get you ready for a mission to Mars
The legendary Buzz Aldrin has teamed up with Spraygrounds to produce a line of Mars inspired gear that includes a solar powered backpack.
With smart TVs and devices, Enseo wants hotels to feel like a home away from home
Enseo puts Netflix, Hulu and other streaming services on hotel TVs, and it also incorporates your preferences into smart devices to mimic your home.
France outlaws texting while driving, even when you’re at a red light
A court in France ruled that it is illegal for drivers not only to text while driving, but basically to text while they're in the car at all.
Save money on your hotel room with the latest tool from Service
Meet Service's newest tool for hotels, which monitors for lower rates and automatically rebooks a room for you when prices drop.
Airbnb wants you to explore the sea from a yellow submarine in contest
This Airbnb contest doesn't quite have you living in a yellow submarine -- but guests will explore in one through a stay hosted by documentary Blue Planet II's producer.
Airbnb targets curious travelers as ‘experiences’ expands to 200 U.S. cities
Airbnb introduced "experiences" in 2016 so travelers could also use its service to find interesting things to do when away from home. Now the company is expanding the feature to more cities across the U.S.
Airport code word aims to save marriage proposals from nosy X-ray machines
So you're planning to propose to your partner on vacation, but don't want airport security to ruin the surprise? A U.K. airport has found a clever way to keep it secret.
Kayak wants to inspire wanderlust from your desk with a photo-based app
Need to get away from that cubicle? Kayak's new Desktop Escape software turns your desktop into a photo-slideshow of popular destinations with quick links to actually go there.
Airbnb purges half of its San Francisco listings overnight
In one fell swoop, Airbnb made it a lot harder for folks to find vacation rentals in San Francisco. It's all due to a new law.
See if airlines owe you money from up to 3 years ago with AirHelp’s new tool
AirHelp is now launching a new tool that will help you travel back in time -- that is, with regard to airline payback.
Looking for an Airbnb in Amsterdam? Hosts are only allowed 30 nights per year
Lawmakers in Amsterdam have decided to reduce the number of nights hosts are able to rent out their homes to just 30 per year.
Need some high-tech to keep tabs on a high-fashion bag? Louis Vuitton can help
As suggested by a new smartphone app and an FCC filing, Louis Vuitton could be on its way to making a luggage tracking device.
Giga is the down jacket that comes stuffed with 16 useful features
Launched on Kickstarter, Giga is a down jacket that has 16 useful features, including pockets for smartphones, detachable hood, and more.
My Medic’s rugged first-aid kit is a must-have for your outdoor adventures
MyFAK is a complete first-aid kit that comes in a rugged case to take with you on all of your outdoor adventures.
Inspired by Segway, this robotic suitcase follows you around the airport
The 90Fun Puppy 1 uses trackers to follow you around, but still manages to balance on two wheels using tech from Segway.
Biometric scans at airports across the country may not be legal, report claims
A new report from Georgetown Law calls into question the Department of Homeland Security's new biometric exit pilot program.
Want to live in a futuristic smart city today? Take a cruise
Carnival, MSC and Royal Caribbean are changing the cruise experience by embracing new technology, with the goal of making vacations frictionless for passengers.
Apple Maps can now find your gate (or the closest bathroom) at the airport
You can now check out the layouts of 30 airports around the world thanks to Apple Maps and its latest navigation feature.
Google Flights will now tell you if you should wait to buy those tickets
Flying? Google Flights will now tell if you prices are lower than normal and if tickets are expected to drop again before departure.