Articles by Karen Fredrickson
Japan Airlines Orders Airbus
Japan Airlines has signed an agreement for 31 A350 XWB aircraft from the European aircraft manufacturer Airbus in a deal that's worth approximately $9 billion.
Eurostar Announces New Route Between London and Amsterdam
Eurostar has announced an agreement with the Dutch railways to launch a direct service between London and Amsterdam beginning in December 2016.
Furloughed Workers Acting As Tour Guides
Some federal workers, finding themselves with free time as a result of furloughs, have started sitting at the closed museums and memorials to direct tourists to the attractions that are still open.
D-Day Cemetery Closures Anger Travelers
Many American tourists have expressed anger at the closure of the D-Day cemetery in Normandy as a result of the government shut down after they had traveled thousands of miles to see it.
Jet Lag Cure?: New Research Points to a Pill
Once again, there is talk of the possibility of a pill to cure the unwelcome side effects of travel known as jet lag.
Chicago Restaurant Serves a Burger Garnished With a Communion Wafer (VIDEO)
Kuma's Corner, a heavy-metal themed restaurant in Chicago, has received a lot of attention after they garnished a burger with a communion wafer.
Monster Truck Hits Crowd, Killing Eight and Injuring 80 (VIDEO)
At least eight people are dead and an additional 80 are injured after a monster truck drove into the crowd of spectators at a monster truck show in Mexico over the weekend.
Chalk Art Festivals Still Popular Decades After They Began (VIDEO)
The I Madonnari festival in Curtatone, Italy, in the province of Mantova was first held in 1973. The I Madonnari festival in Curtatone, Italy, in the province of Mantova was first held in 1973, according to CNN.
Cressida Bonas: A Royal Wedding to Prince Harry In Her Future?
Prince Harry may be next in line for a royal wedding. Prince Harry may be next in line for a royal wedding, according to the Daily Mirror. The British paper reports that the prince is expected to propose to his girlfriend, Cressida Bonas, with the next few weeks.
Travel Warnings: What Do They Mean For You?
Areas of the world with any kind of unrest often are the recipients of official travel warnings from the U.S. State Department, and Sherman Travel has discussed how they should impact upcoming trips.
Marriott CEO Speaks In Support of Women In Business
The CEO of Marriott International spoke at the 2013 Clinton Global Initiative, where he spoke out in support of women as part of the growth strategy for the global hospitality company.
American Airlines Recruiting New Pilots
American Airlines is beginning the process to recruit and hire approximately 1,500 new pilots over the next five years, which will be American airlines largest pilot hiring process in over a decade.
Delta Launches New Service to Seattle
Delta Air Lines will offer a new daily nonstop service to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport from San Francisco International Airport as well as increased service from Las Vegas McCarran International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport, beginning next year.
Thomas Cook Releases New Brand
The Thomas Cook Group has decided to unify its brands and market activity under one common symbol, the 'Sunny Heart,' which was introduced Thursday to replace the 'Globe' in the company's websites, international stores, airline fleet and throughout its headquarters and overseas offices, according to a press release from the company.
United Airlines Offers to Fly Navy to Football Game for Free
United Airlines is offering a free flight to help prevent the big college football game between Army and Navy from getting canceled as a result of the government shutdown.
Southwest Airlines Fires Pilot Involved In LaGuardia Nose Gear Landing
Southwest Airlines has fired the captain of the flight that suffered a nose-first landing at New York's LaGuardia Airport on July 22.
New York Opera Closes After Fundraising Fails
The New York City Opera, which was first established 70 years ago, announced on Tuesday that it is closing and filing for bankruptcy.
Bigfoot Footage: Legendary Creature Sighted In Pennsylvania (VIDEO)
Bigfoot is a legendary creature that lives in the Pacific Northwest, though he has also taken to sometimes visiting Florida and apparently Pennsylvania.
D-Day Beaches Closed, Memorial Falls Victim to the Government Shut Down (VIDEO)
Tourists traveling to Omaha Beach in France to pay their respects will find themselves disappointed, as the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is closed.
Small Businesses Suffer From Government Shutdown (VIDEO)
The government shutdown resulting in the closure of national parks across the country is a problem for not only tourists planning trips to see attractions that are now closed, but to the small business owners who run shops that depend on the tourists visiting the parks for their business.
Airbnb Announced the Reversal of a Fee Charged By New York City
Airbnb announced that New York City has reversed a fee of $2,400 that was paid as a fine by a man who had rented out a room in his apartment through the vacation site, which allows people to rent out their apartments short-term.
Frontier Airlines Sells to a New Private Equity Group
Frontier Airlines has a new buyer, a private equity group that may shift the company from its current base in Denver.
Zipcar Announces New Green Parking for Hybrids In Boston Common
Zipcar has announced the addition of four new 2014 Honda Accord Plug-In Hybrids to their Boston fleet, in addition to plug-in stations and priority parking for Zipcars and other hybrid vehicles at the Boston Common Garage.
Top Cities for Bike-Sharing In the World
Citi bike was recently introduced in New York City, and the idea of a bike culture within a city became a more popular conversation, but some cities are better for biking than others, and USA Today has compiled a list.
Best Time to Buy Airline Tickets for the Holidays
Every year, as the holiday season approaches, people realize they have to purchase a plane ticket home for the holidays, and then the process of trying to figure out how to get the best deal on a flight begins.
Trump SoHo Penthouse on Top Two Floors of the Hotel
The Trump SoHo New York has unveiled a Presidential Penthouse at a listing price of $50 million, according to a press release.
Government Shutdown 2013: How It Affects Travel Plans
After the government failed to come to an agreement on Monday night, many people with travel plans woke up on Tuesday with questions about how that shutdown will affect their plans.
Woman Quits Job: Marina Shifrin Resigns With Dance Video to Kanye West (VIDEO)
Many people fantasize about quitting their jobs, usually in a big way that involves telling their boss to go "eff" themselves, but Marina Shifrin actually did it, quitting her job in a sensational way.
JetBlue Announces First Flights Under New Premium Class Mint
JetBlue just announced the introduction of Mint, their new premium service, and according to a press release, they have the new prices available for travelers.
How To Fit Everything Into a Carryon Bag
All the fees for checked baggage has caused many travelers to try to cram everything they need into their carryon luggage, which can be a difficult undertaking.
