General Travel News - Page 52

April 16, 2026

Pilots accidentally broadcast 'meowing' over Reagan National Airport frequency

Pilots were heard making meow and animal noises over an open air traffic control frequency at Reagan National Airport, drawing concern and amusement.

April 16, 2026

California hiker's body found naked in Big Sur backcountry

Hikers found the body of 37-year-old Joanna Shields in California's Big Sur with reported strangulation marks. Toxicology results are still pending.

April 16, 2026

American travelers warned about popular low-cost beach destination as global tensions rise

U.S. officials have issued a travel advisory for Tirana, Albania, urging American tourists to exercise increased vigilance amid ongoing Iran-related tensions.

April 16, 2026

Las Vegas ‘pricing problem' is scaring off tourists from 'greatest city in the world,' says Rick Harrison

Las Vegas tourism dropped 7.5% last year, according to the LVCVA. Rick Harrison of "Pawn Stars" says more casinos must lower prices to keep attracting visitors to Vegas.

April 15, 2026

LA hotel leaders warn Mayor Bass' $30 wage mandate is killing business ahead of World Cup, Olympics

Los Angeles hotels are "sounding alarm bells" over a $30-per-hour minimum wage law, according to an AHLA report citing reduced hiring and canceled investments.

April 15, 2026

Airline unveils stacked bunk bed 'pods' as backlash builds over pricey, cramped way to fly

Air New Zealand is launching Skynest, a first-of-its-kind lie-flat sleeping pod option for economy travelers on its longest international flights. Travelers had mixed reactions.

April 15, 2026

2,000-year-old Roman shipwreck discovered with treasures still clustered where it sank

Archaeologists discovered well-preserved ancient Roman cargo, including ceramics, amphorae and rare wheels at a shipwreck site in Switzerland's Lake Neuchâtel.

April 15, 2026

Family's spring break hike turns into life-or-death rescue after parent falls 70 feet off Utah cliff

A hiker suffered a "badly broken body" after plunging off a "deceptive" cliff edge in Moab, Utah, during a family spring break adventure, rescuers said.

April 14, 2026

Dangerous water warnings hit trendy vacation spot after powerful storm pounds area

Hawaii health officials issued brown water advisories across Kaua'i, O'ahu, Maui and the Big Island after a Kona Low storm brought heavy rainfall.

April 14, 2026

Airline sparks anger as it demands extra fees from already booked passengers as oil prices spike

Spanish budget airline Volotea reportedly charges flight passengers an extra fuel fee after tickets are purchased, provoking anger amid broader pricing fears.