Hawaii State

Columbus, OH

Hawaii has a little bit of everything for travelers whether they be thrill seekers or those in need of a respite. To put it simply, its eight islands provide a world of adventure and endless exploration opportunities. Unfortunately, Hawaii is thousands of miles away from the continental United States, meaning flying there can be costly. Travelers who want to save money are advised to book tickets for Hawaii's shoulder seasons in the spring and fall. Although there are remarkable attractions that make a trip to Hawaii in the winter unique, this, and summer, are the island's high seasons.

The 5 Best Airlines That Fly To Hawaii, According To Reviews

Alaska State

The review period for Alaska Air Group under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act has officially expired, according to a statement on the company's website. Following this expiration, Alaska Air Group Inc is now awaiting further instructions or next steps from the Department of Transportation (DOT). This development represents a significant milestone in the proposed merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The merger remains subject to customary closing conditions, including DOT approval of an interim exemption application. Once approved, the merger will proceed, enhancing consumer benefits and choice across Hawai'i, the Asia-Pacific region, the continental United States, and globally.

DOJ review period for Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines merger expires

UPI News

Alaska Airlines' $1.9 billion plan to take over Hawaiian Airlines took a big step on Tuesday when the carrier said its agreement cleared U.S. Justice Department antitrust regulators.

Alaska Airlines' purchase of Hawaiian Airlines clears Justice Department

Oregon State

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Portland, OR

Golden Gate Media

Alaska Airlines is expanding its presence in Portland, adding over 20 daily departures this summer to popular destinations, increasing capacity by 25 percent, the Seattle-headquartered carrier announced last week.

Alaska Airlines adds 20 more daily departures out of its robust Oregon hub airport

Travel + Leisure

Travelers with elite status on Delta Air Lines, United, American, or Alaska are eligible for the new program.

JetBlue Launches New Status Match Program With These Airlines — What to Know

New York Post

Alaska Airlines flight attendants feared passengers had been sucked out of the plane in the chaos following the Jan. 5 mid-air panel blowout on a Boeing 737 MAX 9 jet, according to harrowing testimony released by safety experts on Tuesday.

The comments gathered from interviews with attendants – who were not named – were among thousands of pages of evidence made public ahead of a two-day hearing that began earlier on Tuesday by the National Transportation Safety Board about the incident. 

They provide dramatic accounts of the cabin crew’s efforts to help passengers and communicate with pilots when the panel blew off the jet at 16,000 feet after...

Alaska Air crew feared passengers were lost in midair blowout: ‘There is a hole in the plane’

Atlanta, GA

The standings are part of The Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Index.

This Southern City Was Named the Best Place to Live on the U.S. East Coast

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WyoFile

The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

From billowy palazzo slacks to joggers, these crease-resistant pants are cute and packable.

We Found the 10 Best Anti-wrinkle Travel Pants to Pack for Your Next Trip — From $18

Jackson, WY

In a surprising turn of events, an Alaska Airlines flight was diverted mid-air after the pilot disclosed that he was not certified to land at Jackson Hole Airport (JAC). The aircraft, operated by SkyWest Airlines, was en route to Jackson Hole when the revelation led to an unexpected detour, according to multiple reports.

Mid-air confession: Alaska Airlines flight diverted after pilot reveals he’s ‘not certified’ to land

Oklahoma State

Tampa, FL

A Southwest Airlines passenger believed she was about to die when she witnessed her flight flying dangerously close to Old Tampa Bay waters, miles away from the airport. 

Nancy Allen was aboard Southwest Flight 425 from Columbus, Ohio to Tampa, Florida on July 14 when the plane dropped to below 200 feet over the water near the Courtney Campell Causeway. 

“I think the thing that I first saw that really concerned me was how close to the water we were. I didn’t know at the time that we were flying necessarily east, but I knew that Tampa Bay was way...

Southwest passenger describes flying 150 feet over Florida waters after pilot calmly blames ‘gusty winds’

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

E! News

Watch: Nick Lachey and Vanessa Lachey Move Out of Their Hawaii Home. Vanessa Lachey is proving that everything is about ohana. As she and husband Nick Lachey prepare to move their family—including children Camden, 11, Brooklyn, 9, and Phoenix, 7—out of Hawaii following the cancellation of her show NCIS: Hawai'i, Vanessa is taking a moment to share just how special of a place it's been for her kids.

Vanessa Lachey Reveals Son's Reaction to Family Move From Hawaii

Kiplinger

Save on your flight by traveling before 8 AM or after 8 PM from these airports, and find the best drinks — coffee or cocktails — from dusk-to-dawn

Best (and Worst) Airports for Early Bird and Red-Eye Flights

This Is What the Numbers on Your Passport Actually Mean

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Nevada State

The best places to retire in Nevada have stunning natural beauty, plenty of things to do, and more.

8 Best Places to Retire in Nevada

NewsNinja

A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

It comes with organizational pockets and a separate shoe compartment.

This Durable 40%-off Duffel Can Hold Up to 2 Weeks’ Worth of Clothing and Replace Checked Bags

NewsBreak

The Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Merger Just Cleared a Major Hurdle — Here's the Latest

The Department of Justice (DOJ) allowed its review period to expire without taking any...

The Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines Merger Just Cleared a Major Hurdle — Here's the Latest

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