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Assigned Seating Southwest Airlines implemented assigned seating for its flights beginning January 27, 2026. This change represents a shift from the airline’s previous open‑seating model. Travelers can review details about […]

Beginning in early February, Fox World Travel will launch a custom invoice enhancement developed exclusively for the Universities of Wisconsin. Travelers and arrangers will now automatically receive invoices for voided, […]

Travelers flying United Airlines between ORD and LAX may receive a complimentary upgrade to United Economy Plus when booking through the approved travel program. What to know: United flights only […]

Effective January 1, 2026, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced updated standard mileage rates. Business Rate: 72.5 cents per mile (an increase of 2.5 cents from the 2025 rate […]

Travel Advisory: Ongoing Flight Delays Following Shutdown Resolution Although the federal government shutdown has ended, airlines and the FAA are still working through several days of operational backlog, resulting in […]

Travel Advisory: Potential Flight Delays If travel disruptions cause added costs outside of your control (such as lodging, meals during extended delays, or fare differences), these are reimbursable with department/Driver […]