General Travel News - Page 86

September 24

Las Vegas attempts to woo locals with steep discounts as out-of-towners skip Sin City

Las Vegas is targeting local residents with special discounts and offers as tourism declines in Sin City, with hotels and restaurants providing deals exclusively for Nevadans.

September 24

Nexstar, Sinclair to continue not airing Kimmel's ABC show, in talks with Disney on how to move forward

'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' remains preempted on Nexstar's ABC-affiliated stations as the company continues discussions with Disney executives about program standards.

September 24

Treasure hoard found near Jesus' Galilee site tied to forgotten Jewish uprising, archaeologists say

Ancient bronze coins dating to the 4th century A.D. were uncovered in a hiding complex at Hukok, a village located three miles from Capernaum, where Jesus preached.

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.

September 23

Young hunters in Colorado died in 'instant,' coroner reveals

Andrew Porter and Ian Stasko, both 25, died instantly from lightning while elk hunting in Colorado's San Juan Wilderness, a coroner had confirmed.

September 23

Las Vegas visitors shocked at 'crazy' costs, from $14 coffees to $95 ATM fees

Las Vegas travelers report paying $20 for two coffees, $30 for a single cocktail and $50 for early hotel check-in. The high costs come as tourism drops in Sin City.

September 22

Colorado jury awards family $205M after 6-year-old falls to death from theme park ride

Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park must pay $205 million after 6-year-old Wongel Estifanos fell 100 feet to her death due to improperly secured safety restraints on a ride.

September 22

Beware of fake Wi-Fi networks that steal your data when traveling

Travelers face increased risks from fake Wi-Fi networks at airports and on flights as attackers exploit growing reliance on in-flight internet for entertainment and services.

September 22

Colorado hunters found dead after going missing in rugged terrain

Search and rescue teams found the bodies of two 25-year-old elk hunters who went missing in Colorado's San Juan Wilderness Area near Trujillo Meadows Reservoir.

September 21

Missouri archaeologists hunt for ancient civilization in the Amazon: 'Chasing big goals'

Missouri State University archaeologists Daniel Pierce and Christopher Bodine are heading to Brazil to study ancient Amazonian geoglyphs that may reveal an unknown civilization.