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After the Biden administration eased Cuba travel restrictions earlier this year, Delta is relaunching Havana flights from Miami.

Air Travel News

Delta to Resume Cuba Service in 2023

After suspending its Cuba flights in 2020 due to the pandemic, the carrier is heading back to Havana.

December 9, 2022 06:03 PM

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Michelle Baran

Diriyah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site just outside of Riyadh with traditional mud-brick architecture.

Air Travel News

Delta Is Launching a New Route to the Middle East—and It’s the Only U.S. Carrier to Offer This Nonstop Flight

The move is one that “signals optimism about travel to the region in 2026 and beyond,” observes Afar contributor Laura Dannen Redman, who recently traveled to the Middle East.

October 28, 2025 07:21 PM

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Bailey Berg

Air Travel News

Delta Is Launching Iceland Service From These U.S. Cities

Following the news that Iceland is now open to vaccinated travelers, the carrier plans to begin flying to Reykjavík again in May.

March 26, 2021 09:20 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Delta Wants to Speed Up Boarding With This New Carry-On Trial

The airline is testing a plan that allows select customers to check their carry-on bag for free.

February 4, 2022 05:21 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Delta Air Lines Is Saying Goodbye to These U.S. Airports

And . . . “Hej” to Stockholm.

December 13, 2021 07:05 PM

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Michelle Baran

Loyalty + Rewards

Delta Makes Major Changes to SkyMiles Program, Restricts Lounge Access

New spend-based qualifications for earning elite Delta Medallion Status take effect January 1, 2024, as do several changes to lounge policies.

September 13, 2023 05:46 PM

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Paul Rubio

Air Travel News

Delta Just Added Tons of Alaska Flights From Across the U.S.

We could probably all use a summer of beautiful mountain landscapes, bear sightings, tundra hikes, and whale watching.

March 12, 2021 05:36 PM

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Michelle Baran

Air Travel News

Delta to Trim 100 Flights per Day From Its Summer Schedule

From July 1 to August 7, the carrier will be cutting back on service primarily in the U.S. and Latin America.

May 27, 2022 04:03 PM

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Michelle Baran

Travel Tips + Etiquette

Considering Global Entry? Here’s What You Need to Know First

Your guide to how Global Entry works, what it includes, how much it costs, and if it’s worth it.

February 3, 2023 06:48 PM

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Bailey Berg

Natural Wonders

Total Solar Eclipse Wows in Latin America

On Monday, December 14, thousands gathered to witness the moon block out the sun in Chile and Argentina.

December 15, 2020 02:03 PM

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Esteban Felix

Air Travel News

Delta Air Lines Flight Credits Are Now Valid Through 2023

Some lawmakers think airlines should do away with flight credit expiration dates entirely.

January 13, 2022 03:23 PM

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Michelle Baran

Tips + News

Denmark to Develop Digital Passport Proving Vaccinations

The Nordic country would be among the first in the world to have a digital vaccine passport, which would help ease travel restrictions.

February 3, 2021 12:57 PM

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Jan M. Olsen

Loyalty + Rewards

The Delta Credit Card Made From a Retired Boeing 747 Is Back—and Offering up to 75,000 Bonus Miles

The limited-edition card now comes in a white design.

April 26, 2024 12:43 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

Air Travel News

Delta Asks Maskless Fliers to “Reconsider Travel” or Undergo Health Screening

The airline on July 20 implemented new screening procedures for maskless fliers, who can’t wear face coverings due to health reasons.

July 20, 2020 03:13 PM

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Katherine LaGrave

Food + Drink

5 Caribbean Foods Worth the Trip

From rich curries to conch salad, the Caribbean is home to culinary traditions steeped in history.

January 7, 2022 12:04 PM

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Jessica van Dop DeJesus

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