The Weekly Newsletter: January 12, 2023 Edition

Back to business.

As we settle back into our routines (more or less), we’re eager to start planning our next getaway. We’ve gathered insights on car rental trends, details on how to enter a winter sweepstakes, and some fun content to keep you engaged. First up: this week's latest travel news.

The pre-check

The latest travel stories and updates of the week.

• Traffic control. Flights across the US are gradually returning to normal after a system outage at the FAA caused widespread delays and cancellations.

• Welcome to the digital age. Delta Airlines has announced the launch of “full, fast, and free” wifi for all SkyMiles members on domestic flights starting February 1st.

• Experiencing a meltdown. Famous ski resorts across Europe have been facing unusually warm temperatures, leading many to close due to insufficient snow.

• A reminder from TSA. We love clever carry-on tips… as long as they’re within the law. TSA recently published a list of the strangest items they encountered last year, and we have so many questions.

Trending travel

What’s trending in rental cars? In this week’s edition of “what to watch for in ‘23,” we analyzed our rental car data to make predictions for the upcoming year. If you missed it, we wrote an extensive blog about travel trends for 2023, including insights on rental vehicles. One notable trend is a growing interest in electric vehicles: searches for EV rentals surged by 136% compared to last year*. Thinking of renting an EV soon? Here’s how to get started:

• Filters simplify the process. Gas stops are a thing of the past… embrace this trend by refining your search results with our Filters. Scroll down to “Eco-friendly options” and check the “Electric” box.

• Rental prices are dropping. You can expect lower daily rates – domestic rental car prices have decreased by 12% compared to last year**. To snag an even better deal, set a Price Alert to monitor prices and know when to book.

Catch up on our travel forecasts by visiting our travel trends for 2023 blog.

Insider tips

Your opportunity to win with the Ski Smarter Sweepstakes. That winter getaway you’ve been dreaming about for ages? Now’s the time to make it a reality – and we’re here to help! We’ve partnered with Smartwool to offer one lucky traveler the grand prize of two gift cards – one for travel accommodations and another for fresh snow gear. Here’s how to participate.

What’s on our radar

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