Travel Safety

LIFESTYLE 5 days ago

'Airport tray aesthetic' goes viral as some travelers halt security checkpoints for photo ops

A viral trend, "airport tray aesthetic," shows travelers taking out items and strategically placing them in plastic TSA security bins before taking photos and videos for TikTok.

LIFESTYLE September 4

Dangerous travel for the 'added thrill' is on the rise as visitors flock to high-risk countries

Tourists are taking their travels to a new extreme by visiting countries that have a "do not travel" warning — such as Afghanistan or Iran. Travel experts shared cautions and insights.

Illegal Immigrants August 29

Migrant groups attempt to board school buses in California: report

Parents in California say they are concerned about their child's safety after suspected migrants tried to board school buses picking up elementary students in two separate occasions this week.

TECH August 12

Is this new electric unicycle a sidewalk terror or misunderstood machine?

Electric unicycles like the InMotion E20 can be unstable and pose risks to pedestrians. Here's what tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson has learned.

Asia August 6

State Department warns Americans to avoid travel to Bangladesh amid violent unrest

The U.S. State Department on Monday ordered Americans to leave Bangladesh following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation, which was prompted by violent protests.

LIFESTYLE July 17

Florida doctor reveals on TikTok the 5 most dangerous water toys for children this summer

Dr. Meghan Martin, a pediatric emergency medicine physician in St. Petersburg, Florida, returned to TikTok to reveal her list of the five most dangerous water toys for kids in summer.

Coast Guard July 6

Search for Lake Michigan missing boaters turns to recovery mission

A search for two men who went missing while swimming in Lake Michigan in northwest Indiana Friday will resume on Sunday as a recovery mission.

TRAVEL July 3

July 4 travel forecast: Experts give best, worst times to hit road during 'busiest ever' holiday rush

Nearly 71 million people are expected to travel by car or plane for Independence Day plans. Traffic projections show the best and worst times to get on the road.

Travel Safety June 27

Safest destinations for a solo traveler: Tokyo, Stockholm and other memorable vacation spots

Here is a guide to safe and exciting travel destinations for solo travelers, including Reykjavik, Iceland; Tokyo; Wellington, New Zealand; Stockholm and Singapore.

LIFESTYLE June 25

Beach safety tips: 7 things to do in a rip current and how to stay safe near the water

As millions of people head to beaches this summer, water safety experts shared tips and advice for staying safe, including what to do if caught in a rip current.