American attendant disrupts flight to Chicago

An American Airlines flight attendant disrupted a flight Friday morning as it was about to take off from Dallas Fort/Worth en route to...

$1,000 off 'Classic East Africa' vacation deal

The Adventure Center has knocked off $1,000 per person on two of its Africa trips.

Amazon shopping offered on Delta Flights

Passengers onboard Delta flights will now have access to free Wi-Fi, the airline announce Monday. But there is a catch – your...

Many Americans dream of driving across the country, survey shows

Gas prices may be rising, but that hasn't dampened Americans' dreams to hit the open road.

Best hotel chains for families

Families surveyed by Parents magazine have rated the top 10 hotel chains for adults traveling with kids. The ratings are based on current...

FAA seeks penalty for Colgan crews flying without rest

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking a $153,000 civil penalty against Colgan Air, Inc., alleging that the airline operated 17...

Americans voted worst-behaved travelers

We're number one! We're number one! Number one worst behaved, that is. According to a press release from Living Social, Americans were voted...

Spirit starting 3 daily nonstops to Twin Cities

It’s always good news when a new nonstop flight is announced to anywhere. But I can think of plenty of reasons to spend a few...

Escorted tours on sale through early March

Fans of escorted tours (think motorcoach), might want to check out the Liberty Travel sale going on until March 9. It promises...

Virgin Atlantic's new idea: 'Shhhhhhhhh'

Virgin Atlantic announced that it has appointed a “whispering coach” to ensure that customers in its Upper Class Dream Suite...

Illinois one of five 'disliked' states

While we'll admit we don't have the best record when it comes to governors or baseball victories, we didn't think it had gotten so bad we'...

Hundreds turn out to review proposed Illiana route

Hundreds of people turned out at a public hearing in Matteson to see what could eventually be the route for the proposed Illiana Expressway.

Spirit Airlines cashes in on 'Linsanity' with new promotion

Spirit Airlines, which serves as whipping boy for many Taking Off commenters, has a new promotion cashing in on NBA phenom, Jeremy Lin.

$425 to join the Mile High Club

A small charter-flight company in Cincinnati makes it possible for fliers to join the Mile High Club without all that daring and grossness...

Travel to the East Coast from Chicago for $110

If you're looking to travel to the East Coast for spring travel, Fly.com has a round-trip deal you may like. Chicagoans can purchase tickets...

Delta now offering Wi-Fi service on all shuttle flights

Delta Air Lines is now offering in-flight Wi-Fi service on all shuttle flights between LaGuardia and Chicago O'Hare.

U.S. seeks limits on vehicle electronics

The Obama administration wants automakers to put limits on vehicle technologies that permit texting and cellphone calling when a car is...

Chicago's 'gluttony' lands it on 'sinful' travel itinerary

We all know that caloric goldmines like deep dish and Old Style are a must for many Chicago visitors. But it may be that Chicago is the...

Spirit launches service between Chicago and Denver

Anytime we mention Spirit Airlines here at Taking Off, there's an inevitable avalanche of gripes in the comments section about the airline,...

Airlines lost fewer bags in 2011

Major American airlines posted low numbers for mishandled baggage and passenger "bumps" in 2011, according to a report released this week....

Commercial flights return to Gary with route to Orlando

After a nearly four-year hiatus, commercial air service is returning to Gary.

Whitney Houston's death site added to Hollywood tour itinerary

Monday afternoon, not quite 48 hours after the discovery of her lifeless body in a bathtub at the Beverly Hilton hotel, Whitney Houston...

U.S. State Department warning maps out unsafe areas of Mexico

The U.S. State Department issued a new state-by-state warning for travelers to Mexico that details the more violent areas of the country but...

Check in with TSA for quicker screening at O'Hare

The Transportation Security Administration announced that travelers at 28 major airports, including O'Hare International, will be eligible...

Expedited screening to come to O'Hare in 2012, TSA says

A program allowing travelers to get through security faster will be expanded to 28 airports in 2012, including O'Hare International Airport,...

Celebrating Singles Awareness Day (S.A.D.) abroad, Bangkok trip for $585

In February, some people want flowers and candy. Others would prefer elephant rides and traveling on a songthaew.

Spirit Airlines adds $2 DOTUC fee

A week after the Department of Transportation (DOT) introduced passenger protection regulations, Spirit Airlines added a new $2 each-way fee...

Head to Orlando for $174

Compared to last year's February weather, winter is treating Chicago pretty well. If you want to enjoy even warmer weather and family fun,...

Update: Five islands, 15 nights on the Celebrity Century cruise in Hawaii for $1099

Update: The TravelZoo deal has expired, but all deals can be booked through the Online Vacation Center. Which Hawaiian island fits your...

U.S. states and cities ranked for biking, walking habits

Alaska has the highest number of bicycle and pedestrian commuters and Alabama has the lowest, according to a new report on bicycling and...

Snow cripples commute, cancels flights and moves on

With last winter's blizzard still fresh in their minds, Chicago officials detoured all CTA buses off Lake Shore Drive as a snowstorm...

Chicago fares well in TripAdvisor hotel rankings; Elysian named best in U.S.

There isn't a travel magazine, book series or web site that doesn't release a "best of" or "worst of" list every now and then, and...

Cruise expert weighs in on Costa Concordia accident: 'A tragic accident, but it is a rare occurrence'

Spurred by harrowing images and a rising death toll, the Costa Concordia accident off the Italian coast has put the cruise industry on...

Sweet Valentine's Day deal: Round-trip Chicago-Istanbul airfare for $599

Turkish Airlines is offering round-trip airfare from Los Angeles,...

Shhh, register to snag a $1 room at Public Chicago

There's something about this super-secret sale that makes me crazy — and want to figure out how to score. The Ian Schrager hotel...

CheapOAir offer: 5 nights, including air, to London for less than $1,500

London will be THE place for some heady celebrating this year, starting with Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee in June and followed by the...

Plan ahead for a seven-night Caribbean cruise

December’s just past, but if you like planning your vacations well in advance, Expedia CruiseShipCenters has a seven-night western...

Kids fly free to Northern Michigan on regional airline

Lakeshore Express, which launched non-stop air service between Midway Airport and...

Half-off $100 hotel gift cards from Travelocity Incentives

Here's a deal that's creating some buzz: Buy a $100 Travelocity hotel gift card for $50, but only for the next 12 or so hours. As of Tuesday...

Chicago travel deals under $100

If you're not interested in traveling near the West Coast for the $86 to $99 deal, how about traveling east for $48?

West Coast flights on sale for $99 from Chicago

For Chicagoans interested in flying to the West Coast in coming months, here's a treat: $99 for a one-way trip and approximately $219...

Affinia Chicago offers cool room deal for 2012 Snow Days

January is the month to celebrate everything snow-worthy at 2012 Snow Days at the Navy Pier from Jan. 27 to 29. Affinia Chicago makes it...

TSA Chorus (yes, you heard right) sings holiday songs at LAX

You know them as the folks who make you take off your shoes and bark at you about liquids and gels. But Tuesday, the TSA Chorus made...

Travelers, phone home! Free Wi-Fi at major airports from Skype

Internet communications company Skype is offering an hour of free Wi-Fi for travelers at New York's JFK and La Guardia airports and...

New non-stop connects Chicago and Panama City

Starting today, Chicago has a new non-stop option to Panama City (not the Florida one — the one in Panama).

From greenest to happiest: Healthiest cities for women

Self.com has news for traveling women, with the help of BestPlaces.net, for the top 10 healthiest cities in America for women. Although...

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines to unveil 'social seating' service

Thanks to KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, when you're not using social media to find a date or overthrow a regime, your Facebook page will soon be...

Airlines offering $33 winter getaways

American, AirTran, JetBlue, Virgin America, United, Delta and a few others are offering winter wayfarers heavily discounted fares on U.S....