General Travel News - Page 20

July 21, 2026

Utah hiker killed by lightning just steps from mountain summit during trek with brother

A lightning strike near the summit of Salt Lake County's highest peak killed a 59-year-old hiker whose brother watched him collapse just steps away.

July 21, 2026

Startling mystery revealed in centuries-old royal tombs at powerful queen's monastery

Several royal tombs at Pedralbes Monastery contained the wrong people, with 25 remains found in eight tombs and DNA testing planned through 2027.

July 21, 2026

World Cup chaos avoided by Trump moves he didn’t make, ‘equally as important’ as actions taken: travel exec

The U.S. Travel Association credited Trump for policies enacted, but also that he avoided, which helped the 2026 World Cup become a tourism and diplomacy win.

July 20, 2026

One cannabis mistake at airport could bring 10 years in prison and $15,000 fine

Thailand's new cannabis penalties include up to 10 years in prison, and a cannabis attorney warns travelers that even a mistake is no excuse abroad. A travel expert weighs in as well.

July 20, 2026

Cruise ship hit with third stomach illness outbreak in two months, review underway

Nearly one-third of passengers aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird cruise ship reported vomiting and "abdominal cramps" in the vessel's third outbreak since May.

July 20, 2026

Flight passenger blasts 'incompetent parents' after unruly child forces plane delay

A flight delay caused by a child's tantrum sparked an online debate about airline etiquette and parenting. Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman says safety is the crew's main concern.

July 19, 2026

NORAD F-16s intercept multiple aircraft violating temporary flight restrictions over New Jersey

More than 10 general aviation aircraft entered restricted airspace over Bedminster and East Rutherford in New Jersey, with NORAD F-16s deploying flares.

July 19, 2026

Stomach bugs surging as doctors say certain travel essentials could save your trip

With travelers' diarrhea the most common illness during summer travel, the CDC says packing oral rehydration salts and loperamide can help manage symptoms.

July 19, 2026

Archaeologists make unusual find near site where Ark of the Covenant was once kept

Ancient jars containing around 500 burned olive pits and lentils were found beneath a ritual deposit at Tel Shiloh, the biblical Ark of the Covenant site.

July 19, 2026

GERRI WILLIS: The fireworks are over. Now visit the places where America became free

From Kings Mountain to Yorktown, America's 250th anniversary celebrations will continue honoring the revolutionary heritage that shaped the nation.