Travel

A number of factors have contributed to the increases, from labor shortages and the pandemic to increased demand and fuel prices.

Americans are rethinking long-awaited vacations as travel costs rise almost everywhere.

Debroah Green and Ken Wilkenson used bargain tickets to South Africa to help curate a trip to remember.

While jet fuel costs and flight demand are pushing fares up, competition is keeping them in check, according to travel columnist Scott McMurren.

Travelers can earn Alaska Airlines miles when they fly on Air Tahiti Nui. But the big question is this: How many frequent flyer miles will it take to get a ticket from Alaska to Tahiti?

For Finns, lifestyle, not material wealth, is the key to happiness. Also access to basic amenities.

Many carriers are planning to bring back flights that usually run this time of year, but other flights are being changed or canceled.

How to relax at busy airports, from packing and parking to check-in and security.

There are also options to travel to Africa with a variety of destinations and fares.

Whether you’re in Whittier, Homer or Juneau, there are plenty of early springtime options.

We spoke to travel experts about how to navigate those flashy sales and promotions, and how to increase your chances of finding a deal no matter what.

The 16 distinct national wildlife refuges throughout the state offer adventurous travelers unparalleled opportunities to get close to nature.

Also, Holland America Line is inviting travelers to pen a love letter to Alaska as part of a contest in which 10 winners will be offered suite accommodations on one of their ships this summer.

Plus, here’s a rundown of Alaska Airlines’ new Flight Pass plan, for trips within California.

Specializing in everything from pinball machines to aircraft to the arts, participating museums around Seattle are offering discounted admission to visitors who stay at downtown hotels.

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are tasked with matching an aircraft with rural communities that can provide some additional frequency instead of just one flight per day (or less).

Travel columnist Scott McMurren outlines a plethora of fun winter opportunities, from the Cordova Iceworm Festival to ice climbing in Valdez.

Health experts have emphasized that there are many more tools available for making traveling more safe and efficient.

Because of the rapid pace of omicron infections, countries abroad are changing their entry requirements for visitors. Many towns and cities are also changing their COVID-19 mitigation plans.

Typically, first-class tickets to Africa cost $15,000-$20,000 round-trip. Between Jan. 15 and March 27, you can fly first class from Anchorage to Johannesburg, South Africa, for as low as $5,875.