Travel Tips - Page 7

Travel October 6

Luxury 'golden' visa program targets rich Americans as ordinary folks are left behind

Portugal launches new "golden" visa program targeting Americans through the LXL Ventures Fund, requiring a $500,000 investment for five-year residence plus Schengen Area access.

Travel October 3

CDC reports 19th cruise ship norovirus outbreak this year, affecting passengers and crew

Royal Caribbean International's Serenade of the Seas reported a norovirus outbreak affecting nearly 100 passengers and crew members, marking the 19th cruise ship outbreak this year.

Travel October 2

Americans on alert as popular tourist hot spot now enforcing digital IDs at border

All visitors to Taiwan must now complete a "digital arrival" card application three days before travel as part of a global trend toward modernized border systems.

Travel September 29

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.

Travel September 28

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.

Travel September 23

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.

Travel August 21

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.

Travel August 15

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.

Lifestyle August 9

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.

Travel August 7

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.

Tech August 3

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.