March 14 Cleanest cruise lines revealed after CDC surprise sanitation inspections Study finds cleanest cruise ships still face viral outbreaks, as CDC data shows no link between sanitation scores and onboard illness despite inspections.
March 13 Famous volcano blasts lava 1,000 feet high, triggering emergency closures at national park Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts with 1,000-foot lava fountains, forcing highway and park closures as the volcanic ash falls near Big Island communities.
March 12 Cruise line jacks up mandatory gratuities for travelers as 9 in 10 Americans blast tipping Starting March 8, Princess Cruises has raised its daily crew tips by $1 and increased its food service charges to 20%, citing rising operational costs and expenses.
March 10 Wealthy summer sanctuary limits tourists, hires patrol 'docents' to keep outsiders in check Nantucket's Sconset Bluff Walk faces new visitor restrictions after overtourism complaints. Officials approve recommending limited hours and a patrol system to manage crowds.
March 10 Hidden hazard at popular national park sparks urgent safety warning for spring breakers The National Park Service warns of dangerous quicksand areas at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, spanning Arizona and Utah. Learn the warning signs.
March 8 Actor and former 'SNL' star slams major airline for his seat downgrade: ‘I paid for first class’ An actor and comedian has alleged that American Airlines downgraded him from first class to economy on a red-eye flight, sparking controversy over airline practices.
March 8 Disneyland may scrap long-standing park rule that frustrated visitors Disneyland reportedly ending its 11 a.m. park-hopping restriction, allowing guests to switch between parks anytime during their visit to both locations.
March 7 American father hears missiles overhead while stranded in Dubai with kids and pregnant wife An American family from Louisiana has been stranded in Dubai as missiles shake their hotel during the Middle East crisis. They were hopeful about getting out this weekend.
March 7 Fans swarm JFK Jr sites in major city as hit series 'Love Story' triggers tourism frenzy Fans are flocking to JFK Jr.'s former NYC haunts amid the hit "Love Story" series. Here are details about his Tribeca loft, Bubby's diner and Panna II restaurant locations in Manhattan.
March 7 National park death exposes repeated rule violations as tourists take dangerous risks National park deaths mount as visitors break safety rules despite repeated ranger warnings, risking burns, falls and more. The latest fatality involved a resident of Hawaii.