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A volcano that’s flinging rocks into parking lots, airport security that’s trying to finally move faster, and Halloween travel ideas that range from family-friendly to full-on gothic, this one is packed with practical trip planning fuel. We kick off with travel news you can actually use, including what’s happening right now with Kilauea and why Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is closing certain trails and viewing areas. If the Big Island is on your list, we talk through what the closures mean and how to stay safe while still building a great itinerary.

Next, we get into U.S. airport and airline updates that affect almost every flyer. TSA PreCheck is exploring faster lanes with e-gates, advanced imaging, and AI-supported screening, and we share why that matters even if you don’t have PreCheck. We also react to American Airlines ending involuntary bumping and what that could change for overbooked flights and volunteer compensation.

Then we have some fun: our Halloween-inspired travel countdown includes a Jack the Ripper walking tour in London, haunted New Orleans ghost tours, Edinburgh’s underground vaults, and Disneyland at Halloween. The Hot Travel Deal of the Week goes international with Exotica’s nine-day Dracula and the Treasures of Transylvania tour in Romania, plus a broader 60% off promotion.

After the break, it’s cruise news and cruise deals: MSC breaks ground on a luxury private island, Holland America expands, and Royal Caribbean goes bigger in Alaska. We also answer a listener question with a creative solution for Tahiti without a long flight, and we close with an essential travel tip on medications that can be restricted abroad. If you like smart travel news, cruise planning, and deals you can book, subscribe, share this with a travel buddy, and leave us a review.