EU Hand Luggage Rules 2026: Free Personal Item and Bag Fees
EU hand-luggage fees have not been abolished in 2026. Learn what the revised rules say about a personal item, larger cabin bags, fare transparency and when changes begin.
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Apple iPhone Duo: What the New Foldable Means for Travelers
Apple’s first folding phone is official. The iPhone Duo closes into a compact, passport-shaped device and opens into a 7.6-inch screen designed for multitasking, entertainment and more complicated work than most people would normally attempt on a phone. That makes it especially interesting for travelers. Maps can sit beside hotel details. An itinerary can remain...
Instinct Can Book Travel From a Text Message, but You’ll Need an Invite
Most AI travel tools can suggest a hotel, compare destinations or build an itinerary. Instinct is trying to go further. The personal AI assistant is designed to complete tasks for you, including arranging transportation and handling other everyday requests, all through a text conversation or phone call. Early users have reportedly used Instinct to book...
Free Course: Learn How to Plan a Train Trip Across Europe
Planning a European trip by train sounds simple until you actually start piecing together routes, connections and tickets across multiple countries. If you’re considering a rail trip through Europe, there’s a free resource that may help make the planning process a little easier. Byway is offering a free, pre-recorded video course on how to plan...
Mount Etna Eruption Travel Alert: Catania Airport Disruption Spreads Across Sicily and Malta
Last verified: August 13, 2026 at approximately 7:30 p.m. BST / 8:30 p.m. in Sicily. This is a developing travel situation. Airport restrictions, flight schedules and volcanic ash conditions can change quickly. Travelers should confirm their individual flight directly with their airline before leaving for the airport. Travelers flying to or from Sicily should prepare...