The Biltmore Estate, a major tourist destination in Asheville, N.C., has announced it will reopen on November 2 after being temporarily closed due to damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The 8,000-acre estate shut its doors in late September to address repairs on the grounds and facilities, particularly in low-lying areas affected by flooding and the estate’s main entrance.

Fortunately, key attractions such as the Biltmore House, conservatory, winery, gardens, and lodging facilities—including its hotel and cottages—suffered little to no damage.

American Marketing Group (AMG) has announced that its travel agency networks—Travelsavers, Network of Entrepreneurs Selling Travel, and the Affluent Traveler Collection—are the first in the industry to accept cryptocurrency as a form of payment. This move opens doors to a growing market of cryptocurrency holders, who tend to lean towards premium and luxury travel experiences.

Railbookers has announced the return of its "Around the World by Luxury Train" itinerary for 2025, offering an extraordinary 59-day journey across 12 countries. The reduced-length trip, which departs on September 3, follows the success of its 2024 debut, which spanned 80 days and traversed four continents, visiting over 20 cities in 13 countries.

Alaska Airlines is set to enhance its Mileage Plan program in 2025 by introducing milestone perks for members who reach specific thresholds between elite status levels. These perks, which include bonus miles, free meals, WiFi, lounge access, and even the ability to roll over Elite Qualifying Miles (EQMs), will offer added rewards for members beyond standard elite status achievements.

Delta Airlines will unveil its second Delta One premium lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on October 11. This new addition, following the first lounge at New York's JFK Airport, will offer exclusive amenities for premium travelers.

Several cruise lines have made changes to their Caribbean and Bermuda itineraries as Hurricane Milton intensifies. The storm is expected to reach Category 5 strength before striking Florida's west coast late Wednesday. Tampa International Airport will close Tuesday as a precaution, with cruise lines monitoring the situation closely.

Tampa International Airport (TPA) will halt operations starting at 9 a.m. Eastern time on Tuesday as it braces for the arrival of Hurricane Milton. This will mark the second time in less than two weeks that the airport has closed, following a similar suspension ahead of Hurricane Helene's landfall on September 26.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has given United Airlines a clean bill of health regarding its safety protocols. The FAA had initiated an enhanced review of the airline's procedures in March, following a series of mishaps, but has now concluded that United’s safety systems meet federal standards.