Travel Safety - Page 21

February 25, 2026

Vacation destination scammers rake in big bucks charging tourists for free travel forms

Scammers target Sint Maarten travelers with fake ED card sites appearing in sponsored search results. The official government form is completely free. Here's what to know.

February 25, 2026

Delta pilot tells control tower 'we lost left engine' as flight ignites runway fire

A Delta flight's engine failure sparked a fire during takeoff from the Savannah airport, forcing an emergency return. "We lost left engine straight out here," the pilot said.

February 24, 2026

American trapped at luxury resort in Mexico told 'no one's leaving' by hotel staff

A Wisconsin tourist shared her experiences of being stranded at Mexico's Punta Mita luxury resort region as cartel violence shuts down airports across the Mexico coast.

February 24, 2026

Rescue team heading to Mexico to free American tourists trapped amid cartel violence

Veteran-led rescue group is mobilizing a "war-zone level" operation as Americans face danger from Jalisco cartel unrest after "El Mencho's" reported death.

February 23, 2026

Mexico beach recently crowned best in world as cartels now torch businesses, terrorize tourist areas

Mexico's top beach was recently named by Tripadvisor as cartel violence sparks travel alerts. Isla Pasion in Cozumel won top honors as security concerns now exist.

February 22, 2026

Americans warned of al Qaeda-linked terrorist presence in popular vacation getaway

The U.S. Embassy reissued a "Level 2" travel advisory for Côte d'Ivoire, warning travelers of increased crime, terrorism threats and piracy risks in the popular destination.

February 20, 2026

Fatal fire engulfs cruise ship with hundreds of passengers aboard: ‘I panicked'

Fire erupts on a cruise ship heading to Singapore, forcing the emergency evacuation of 271 passengers. One death is reported; the cause is being investigated.

February 20, 2026

Popular actor exposes massive insect scare at cheap motel during memorable gig

Comedian and actor Kevin James shared a brutal story from early in his career when he drove 16 hours for a low-paying gig — finding an unwelcome surprise in a cheap motel room.

February 19, 2026

Bullet discovered on commercial jet at major airport sparks security scare

A bullet found in a United Airlines overhead bin at Newark airport caused a scary security incident for passengers. The ammunition discovery caused a three-hour delay in departure.

February 19, 2026

Uber in hot seat after probe finds violent offenders were cleared to drive passengers: report

Uber reportedly plans stricter background checks after investigation reveals drivers with violent criminal convictions were approved to work in 22 states.