Vacation Destinations - Page 8

March 23

Las Vegas bets big on March Madness amid city's tourism slump that worries many

Las Vegas casinos go all-in on March Madness with massive watch parties as Americans could wager $3.3 billion on NCAA tournaments. The hope is that it will boost tourism.

March 22

Man pulls off extreme 8-hour trip to another country, flies home same day

A 28-year-old NYC content creator flew to Jamaica and back in just eight hours, hitting a waterfall, eating jerk chicken, and spending only $382.

March 21

Famed national park drops 'environmental contaminant' ban ahead of America’s 250th birthday

America's 250th birthday will be marked by fireworks at Mount Rushmore on July 3, says the Interior Department. This reverses prior NPS permit denials.

March 19

Las Vegas poker rooms fold as casino tourism plummets to record lows

The Las Vegas Strip loses another poker room as Resorts World is closing its poker room March 30, leaving only eight remaining. Tourism is down 7.5% as online gambling grows.

March 12

Cruise line jacks up mandatory gratuities for travelers as 9 in 10 Americans blast tipping

Starting March 8, Princess Cruises has raised its daily crew tips by $1 and increased its food service charges to 20%, citing rising operational costs and expenses.

March 11

Florida mom accused of abandoning daughter at Universal Studios to go drinking at bar

A Florida mother was arrested and charged with child neglect after allegedly leaving her 12-year-old daughter alone at a Universal CityWalk bar while she went drinking elsewhere, authorities said.

March 10

Wealthy summer sanctuary limits tourists, hires patrol 'docents' to keep outsiders in check

Nantucket's Sconset Bluff Walk faces new visitor restrictions after overtourism complaints. Officials approve recommending limited hours and a patrol system to manage crowds.

March 10

US consulate in Toronto struck by gunfire, police say; no injuries reported

Gunfire struck the U.S. consulate in Toronto early Tuesday, prompting an investigation involving Canadian authorities and U.S. counterparts.

March 8

Disneyland may scrap long-standing park rule that frustrated visitors

Disneyland reportedly ending its 11 a.m. park-hopping restriction, allowing guests to switch between parks anytime during their visit to both locations.

March 6

Spanberger lashes out at Pentagon after Hegseth pulls colleges’ support over woke ‘ideologies’

Virginia governor Abigail Spanberger slams Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth after military cuts ties with William & Mary over alleged woke ideologies.