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Religious leaders oppose construction of mega resort at sacred holy site

September 9, 2025

Religious leaders oppose construction of mega resort at sacred holy site

Egypt plans to build a mega resort at Mount Sinai, the biblical site where Moses received the Ten Commandments, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

'Pawn Stars' boss Rick Harrison calls out 'insane' Vegas prices, blames 'COVID hangover'

September 2, 2025

'Pawn Stars' boss Rick Harrison calls out 'insane' Vegas prices, blames 'COVID hangover'

"Pawn Stars" boss Rick Harrison blamed overpriced casinos and the COVID aftermath for Las Vegas' current tourism decline, with visitor numbers dropping 11.3% in June.

Major Midwest city tops bedbug infestation list for fifth consecutive year

August 26, 2025

Major Midwest city tops bedbug infestation list for fifth consecutive year

Chicago leads Orkin's annual bedbug cities list for 2025, based on commercial and residential treatment data from metro areas across the United States.

Las Vegas casino CEO reveals how dining habits are evolving amid tourism drop

August 22, 2025

Las Vegas casino CEO reveals how dining habits are evolving amid tourism drop

Amid the ongoing Las Vegas tourism challenges, casino executives and union leaders reveal how high prices and new labor contracts are contributing to the issues.

Tourists warned of rabies risk after bats infest cabins at national park

August 19, 2025

Tourists warned of rabies risk after bats infest cabins at national park

Health officials are sounding the alarm after hundreds of people were potentially exposed to rabies while staying in cabins at Grand Teton National Park.

City council cracks down on ‘vulgar’ merchandise at popular beach destination

August 14, 2025

City council cracks down on ‘vulgar’ merchandise at popular beach destination

The Virginia Beach City Council passed a resolution Tuesday strongly encouraging retailers on the popular Atlantic Avenue boardwalk to voluntarily remove what they call "indecent" or "vulgar" clothing from displays.

Las Vegas tourism officials blame tariffs for fewer visitors as others say magic’s gone

August 13, 2025

Las Vegas tourism officials blame tariffs for fewer visitors as others say magic’s gone

Las Vegas tourism has been in decline as Canadian visitors drop more than 20% due to tariffs and international relations, say officials at the Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority board meeting.

Little-known 'secondhand travel' trick helps tourists score luxury vacations for less

August 9, 2025

Little-known 'secondhand travel' trick helps tourists score luxury vacations for less

A "secondhand travel" method lets flexible travelers buy unused vacation bookings at reduced rates, though options may be limited to major cities and require quick decisions.

Vegas casino owner fires back at 'exaggerated' claims of Sin City's demise

August 8, 2025

Vegas casino owner fires back at 'exaggerated' claims of Sin City's demise

The Las Vegas tourism sector is facing some challenges, from reduced international visitors to economic concerns, as one casino owner predicts recovery within six months.

Coastal city greenlights new visitor tax amid widespread overtourism trend

August 7, 2025

Coastal city greenlights new visitor tax amid widespread overtourism trend

Aberdeen, Scotland, will implement a 7% visitor tax starting in April 2027, adding approximately $6 to average hotel stays to generate over $7 million annually.