Delta, AA join in the bag fee increase
Following JetBlue's lead, airlines have been raising their bag fees, and Delta and American have now joined. The jump for the first bag is 20%.
Blogs
Tiny English village fights haute cuisine
In a clash that echoes larger complaints of overtourism, a village objects to expansion of a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Sept. 23, 2018: Lalibela—Ethiopia’s Jerusalem
Gilles visits the magnificent rock-hewn churches of Lalibela in Ethiopia during a period of pilgrimage, and shares the story behind them.
Library of Congress: Underestimated Treasure
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of the Library of Congress, underappreciated and worth a visit.
Portugal's all-too-sunny forecast
Late-summer sun can be dangerous for UV radiation, according to Portugal's weather authorities, who are also concerned about fire risk.
United tries a new boarding plan...again
United tries again to make sense of the scrum at the boarding gate.
Cabot Trail, Cape Breton, Canada
Travel Rob shows the Cabot Trail, one of the most scenic road trips of the world.
Sept. 22, 2018: Spotted: Smart Roadster
In Munich, PHeymont spots an unusual (and unsuccessful) attempt at a small sports car.
One-Clue Mystery: Name the Place!
This is all the clue there is: Is it enough for you to name the scene of a future TravelGumbo blog? Email answers by Monday midnight to TGsuggestions@gmail.com.
Netherlands to end rail 'no-go' zones
Netherlands rail operator NS will comply with orders to provide toilets at every station and on every train.
TripAdvisor plans next level
TripAdvisor is linking up with commercial content providers to provide a new type of experience for users.
Sept. 21, 2018: Guyzance Weir, Northumberland
Ian Cook visits the Guyzance Weir, Northumberland, whose water level is remarkably low right now.
Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, Brussels
DrFumblefinger shares a visit to the lovely Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert. Built in the mid-19th century, this bright cheery design was very innovative for its time.
Venice: It's not just about tourists
Venice's government takes time out from dealing with overtourism to set a new dress code and conduct rules for its employees.
France pushes road safety
France, concerned about pedestrian fatalities, is trying some new measures for road safety.