General Travel News - Page 85

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.

September 27

From Magic Kingdom weddings to funeral urns, 'Disney Adults' have an undying passion

Psychologists defend Disney adults against critics, saying the parks provide safe escapism and mood reset opportunities for stressed adults seeking simple joys.

September 27

These are the top global and US airlines based on new rankings: 'Like flying private'

APEX named 10 world-class airlines, including first-time honoree Fiji Airways, alongside Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Japan Airlines for exceptional service standards.

September 27

Obama Presidential Center deposits just $1M into $470M reserve fund aimed to protect taxpayers

The Obama Presidential Center is facing fresh scrutiny over its failure to fund a promised $470 million taxpayer safety net as part of a deal with Chicago

September 27

WWII nurse, age 106, donates bullet from husband's heart to Pearl Harbor museum

A 106-year-old former nurse gave the Pearl Harbor museum the bullet that brought her and her late husband together after the December 1941 USS West Virginia attack.

September 26

Toxic air sickens crew and passengers across airlines as Delta upgrades engines on more than 300 planes

Delta Air Lines has been swapping out engines on 300-plus Airbus A320 jets since 2022 following reports of toxic air contamination affecting passengers and crew.

September 26

Archaeologists find ancient harbor swallowed by the sea near Cleopatra's temple

Archaeologists in Egypt found a hidden harbor at the Temple of Taposiris Magna, a site tied to Cleopatra. Inside, they found ancient anchors and amphorae dating to the Ptolemaic period.

September 25

Oklahoma family uncovers 'really neat' diamond at state park, thanks to dollar store tools

An Oklahoma family discovered a 2.79-carat brown diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas, thanks to sand-digging tools from a dollar store.

September 25

Archaeologists unearth ancient workshop 'rich with secrets' in Egyptian region tied to Moses, Exodus

Archaeologists recently discovered an ancient copper smelting workshop in Egypt's Sinai region, the biblical land connected to Moses and the Book of Exodus.

September 24

American Airlines accused of ‘running red lights’ before horrific Potomac River plane crash near DC

Victims' families file lawsuit seeking damages and safety reforms after American Eagle Flight 5342 DC plane crash near Reagan Airport killed 64 commercial passengers.