Dear Travel Fan, This was a summer filled with travel disruption, including heat waves, wildfires and drought linked to climate change. Climate-related upheaval is now seemingly an inescapable fixture of summer travel. We take a look back at the summer’s events and ask how travelers will respond. Air travel is increasingly affected by weather delays — not to mention tech outages and government shutdowns — so we’ve put together this list of the new rules for booking. Private rail travel might seem like a relic of the past, but you can still hitch your own rail car to an Amtrak train (or charter someone else’s). We rode from Chicago to St. Louis to see what the experience is like. One of the biggest pain points of group travel is splitting up the expenses. We take a look at why it’s so hard to talk about the issue — and how you can avoid battling over who paid for what. We also tell you what you should pack in your travel first-aid kit, especially if you’re going on an outdoor adventure. We travel to two of the world’s most atmospheric cities this week: Our 36 Hours column visits New Orleans, where autumn is the perfect time to enjoy pleasant weather, festivals and the advent of spooky season. And we also venture to Buenos Aires for a tour of what are known as “bares notables,” venerable bar-cafes recognized by the city for their cultural, architectural or historical significance. Several years ago, we flew along on a test flight for Project Sunrise, Qantas Airways’s planned introduction of nonstop service to Australia from New York. This week the airline announced that it would begin flying from New York to Sydney by mid-2028. Finally, GLP-1 medications have changed the way many people eat and drink. What does that mean when they travel? We’d like to hear from you, whether you take one of the drugs or travel with someone who does. Wishing you safe and happy travels,
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