Travel Tips - Page 14

September 29, 2025

Fingerprint scans coming for American travelers to most of Europe in new policy

The European Union's Entry/Exit System will collect biometric data from travelers including fingerprints and photos to modernize border security across Europe.

September 28, 2025

Reddit splits over 'disgusting' cruise habit travelers say is surprisingly common

Cruise travelers argue online about the practice of storing Royal Caribbean SeaPass cards in bras, with opinions split between hygiene and practicality concerns.

September 23, 2025

Tourism decline prompts Las Vegas to offer citywide discounts on hotels and shows

Las Vegas tourism officials report declining visitor numbers, but tourists say the city still feels busy during the new "Fabulous 5-Day Sale" event running through Friday.

August 21, 2025

Woman goes blind after drinking tainted cocktail, warns tourists that 'a shot can kill you'

Travelers have been warned to avoid unsealed drinks abroad after methanol poisoning cases allegedly cause blindness and death, with just a shot's worth potentially fatal to humans.

August 15, 2025

3 exclusive 'golden' visa destinations that America's wealthiest are eyeing

Malta, the UAE and Portugal emerge as top destinations for Americans pursuing citizenship through investment programs. These areas offer healthcare, tax benefits and global mobility.

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.

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.

August 3, 2025

TSA warns of phishing scam targeting PreCheck travelers

Scammers have created convincing fake TSA PreCheck sites to trick travelers into paying fees and sharing data, with first-time applicants never paying online being key protection.

August 1, 2025

Las Vegas tourism drops sharply as some visitors claim 'casinos are empty' amid rising costs

The tourism decline in Las Vegas, Nevada, continues with hotel occupancy down 6.5% and room rates dropping as high prices are keeping visitors away from Sin City.

August 1, 2025

Americans in vacation hot spot may see more military than margaritas this summer

Mexico deploys over 7,000 security personnel including National Guard and military to protect tourists in Cancun and Riviera Maya amid rising cartel violence concerns.