Hundreds of travel businesses, including casinos, hotels and convention bureaus, are asking Congress to end the shutdown, citing worries about the holiday travel season.

The U.S. Travel Association — joined by nearly 500 tourism organizations and companies — is warning of a potential Thanksgiving travel meltdown if the government shutdown drags on. Why it matters: Thanksgiving is already one of the busiest travel weeks and a shutdown could make it even more chaotic with longer lines,

A travel association has urged the U.S. Congress in a letter on Monday to reopen the federal government ahead of the Thanksgiving travel rush, as the shutdown stretches into its 34th day.

As the government shutdown continues, unpaid air traffic controllers face staffing shortages that are causing flight delays nationwide and sparking concern ahead of Thanksgiving travel.

Discover the best winter travel destinations across the U.S., from the sandy shores of Kauai, Hawaii to the snow-covered mountains in Park City, Utah. Explore attractions, lodging, and dining in each state.

U.S. raises Tanzania travel warning to Level 3, citing unrest, violent crime, terrorism, and targeting of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Across the region, renowned destinations are reaching a tourism glass-ceiling that’s impacting the quality of life for residents while destroying the iconic spots that draw people in the first place.