THE NEW YORK TIMES – Travel | Consumers & Shopping

Hotel and visitation numbers were expected to spike this year. So far, several of the host cities have instead seen slumps. [TheTopNews] Read More.

A novelist who immigrated from the Soviet Union tours Thomas Jefferson’s home with his American-born history-buff son. [TheTopNews] Read More.

Jet fuel may stay expensive for months, and airlines know travelers are willing to pay more for tickets. [TheTopNews] Read More.

A family booked early for a big soccer trip to Southern California, then a new host suddenly raised the price. Why did Airbnb leave them in the lurch? [TheTopNews] Read More.

After an early heat wave in May, travelers and residents in France, Germany, Italy and other countries are again looking for respite. [TheTopNews] Read More.