Coverage of travel in Philadelphia focuses on transportation, lodging, emerging destinations and industry policy changes. It addresses both the arrival of visitors to the city and the experiences of residents planning trips.
Philadelphia International Airport is the first airport to use cameras with facial comparison technology in place of user-operated kiosks for Global Entry members.
Live Poll
Do you think airport arrival checks are getting faster for travelers?
Live Poll
Should local universities prioritize public access to campus museums over their own financial sustainability?
The city council convened to review the sudden closure of the historic Academy of Natural Sciences museum by Drexel University.
Consumer Affairs ranked Philadelphia International Airport among the least reliable major U.S. airports for 2026, based on federal data.
American Airlines priced a business-class Philadelphia-to-Prague award at 55,000 Atmos Rewards points plus $5.60 in taxes and fees.
Live Poll
Do you believe state investments in port infrastructure provide significant long-term economic benefits for your community?
Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled a strategic plan to grow the Port of Philadelphia's capacity and economic footprint.
Fifteen children with critical illnesses left Philadelphia on a five-day trip to Walt Disney World.
This section follows airline route changes, destination popularity, hotel developments, visa policy updates and tourism industry trends. Reporting reaches across the city and the communities around it, wherever local travel interests and global infrastructure intersect. Seasonality heavily influences which destinations or routes receive attention at different times of the year. Transportation access and the cost of travel remain the most consistent factors shaping the industry.
