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April 7, 2026

Vacation hot spot cracks down on vaping with jail threats and hefty fines

Thailand's strict vaping ban catches tourists off guard with $1,200 fines and prison threats. Mexico enforces similar rules on cruise ship arrivals.

April 7, 2026

'Unsupervised' child at Hersheypark zoo injured by wolf after crawling under safety barrier

An "unsupervised" child was injured by a wolf at Hersheypark's ZooAmerica, and now the parents are charged with misdemeanor child endangerment by police.

April 6, 2026

Bikini skiing takes off on slopes as record warmth forces resorts into survival mode

Western ski resorts face record warm temperatures and low snowfall, with skiers swapping jackets for bikinis and T-shirts as trails close and dirt replaces snow.

April 6, 2026

Flight passengers slam airlines for pushing early bag checks even with empty bins on board

Airline passengers say they're being forced to check their carry-on luggage even as empty overhead bins remain, fueling complaints about boarding practices.

April 4, 2026

Cruise line abruptly adds extra charges for passengers; travelers worry others may follow

Cruise passengers fear retroactive charges as oil prices surge 40% since the Iran conflict since cruise lines' fine print allows added fees. Ticket prices could rise too.

April 1, 2026

Stubborn stroller sparks chaotic airport showdown with baggage handlers in viral video

Two baggage handlers went viral after spending five minutes battling a baby stroller at Kansas City International Airport as watching travelers cheered them on. See the video.

March 30, 2026

Cruise passengers complained about cabin problem, now ships are making a big change

Two huge Royal Caribbean ships address one of the most common passenger complaints about connecting rooms. Icon and Star of the Seas have exterior doors to block out noise.

March 29, 2026

Passenger says airline forced her to buy second seat, sparking viral debate over 'customer of size' policy

New Southwest plus-size seating rules are igniting heated debate on TikTok and Instagram about whether they're fair or humiliating. Passengers are divided as airline responds.

March 28, 2026

7 costly mistakes to avoid at the pump right now as gas prices surge nationwide

With gas prices surging, experts say simple habits like having proper tire pressure and taking smarter routes can cut fuel costs and boost your car's gas mileage.

March 26, 2026

Hotel fees are draining Americans' wallets as expert reveals how to avoid paying hundreds extra

Resort fees are not going away, a NerdWallet study finds, despite a new FTC rule that now requires hotels to show full prices upfront. An expert shared tips as travelers react.