The New York Times – Travel:
Even visitors from countries like Britain and France, whose citizens don’t need visas, would have to share five years’ worth of social media.
Author: Christine Chung
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Flying Abroad? Get Ready for New Facial-Recognition Tech at Departure Gates.
The New York Times – Travel:
New facial-recognition tools being tested at Orlando International Airport could soon be keeping track of travelers at departure gates across the country.
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TSA Imposes $45 Fee for Travelers Without REAL ID Starting February 2026
The New York Times – Travel:
As of February, passengers without the government-approved identity card will be required to pay for alternative screening at U.S. airports.
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Trump Administration Scraps Cash Payments for Delayed or Canceled Flights
The New York Times – Travel:
A Biden-era rule, now halted, would have forced airlines to pay passengers up to $775 in cash for significant flight disruptions.
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Private Aviation Has Boomed During the Government Shutdown
The New York Times – Travel:
As the government’s closure drags on, commercial airline passengers are suffering. But private aviation is doing banner business.
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Tourism in Washington, D.C., Suffers as Government Shutdown Drags On
The New York Times – Travel:
The government shutdown, now the country’s longest, is fueling a continued trend of declining tourism to Washington.
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Airports Refuse to Show Video of Kristi Noem Blaming Democrats for Shutdown
The New York Times – Travel:
More than a dozen airports aren’t displaying the Homeland Security secretary’s roughly 30-second clip. Some said it violates policies against partisan political messaging.
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What Travelers Need to Know for the EU’s New Biometric Border Checks
The New York Times – Travel:
A system that began on Sunday requires the collection of biometric information from visitors crossing borders. It will eventually replace the stamps in your passport.
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With Amex’s Platinum Refresh, an Even More Exclusive Card Emerges
The New York Times – Travel:
The card, which will cost $895 a year, leans even further into lifestyle and travel benefits that are attractive to younger generations.