General Travel News - Page 17

February 17

WATCH: Traveler arrested after rampage at airport

A viral video shows a man knocking over and smashing check-in kiosks with a metal pole at Hong Kong International Airport.

February 17

Judge deals blow to Trump administration, orders slavery exhibit restored at iconic Philly landmark

Federal judge orders National Park Service to restore slavery exhibit at Philadelphia's President's House, citing Orwell's "1984" in scathing ruling.

February 17

'Reckless’ tourists on island hot spot could be slapped with fines for emergency services use

Tourist safety crackdown is underway in Canary Islands as officials draft laws to charge visitors for emergency rescues often caused by people ignoring safety warnings.

February 17

Tourists walk pilgrimage road from Jesus' era for first time in 2,000 years: 'Deeply significant'

Archaeologists unveiled a well-preserved ancient street in Jerusalem, known as the stepped road, that dates back to Jesus' time. It's open for the first time in 2,000 years.

February 16

Family outraged after major airline seats toddler apart from parents, sparking viral debate

After a 2-year-old was assigned a separate row from his parents on a Southwest Airlines flight, the family drama went viral — with debate erupting over airline policies and safety.

February 16

Tourist arrested after destroying multiple check-in kiosks in Hong Kong airport rampage

Tourist arrested after smashing Hong Kong airport check-in kiosks with metal stanchion. Police reportedly detained the 35-year-old man Monday.

February 16

Los Angeles beaches could become national parks, NPS seeking input

The Los Angeles coastline could become a national park. Public input needed by April 6 on proposal covering Santa Monica to Torrance Beach.

February 16

Shocking airport security busts reveal bizarre and hidden items tucked away in luggage

Weird items found by TSA at airports in 2025 include turtles hidden in clothing, replica bombs in luggage and knives concealed in knee braces amid security screening.

February 16

Hiker dies near summit of New York's tallest peak after slipping off trail

A 21-year-old hiker from New Jersey called 911 after slipping near Mount Marcy's summit, but was later found dead by rangers.

February 16

Historic town could fine locals who leave trash bins out too long, ruining visitors' Instagram shots

A Cotswolds town proposes fines on residents who leave out their trash cans in order to protect and preserve Instagram-worthy views that attract millions of tourists annually.