Travel - Page 32

March 6

Major city doubles its visitor tax to become one of highest amid overtourism concerns

Barcelona nearly doubles its traveler tax to $10-$17 per night, making the tax among Europe's highest as the city battles overtourism and housing shortages.

March 6

Dream vacation becomes nightmare as dozens fall ill in suspected norovirus outbreak on cruise ship

Nearly 80 people fell ill with suspected norovirus on Holland America's Westerdam cruise ship during visit to Hong Kong, prompting a health investigation.

March 6

Construction workers uncover chilling remains at flagship public university, halting project

Construction workers at University of Oklahoma discovered human remains during a building project, prompting an investigation. No criminal activity was suspected.

March 5

Private flights account for 30% of departures from Oman airport as wealthy evacuate Middle East

Private flights account for more than 30% of departures from Oman's main airport as Middle East evacuation efforts intensify amid conflict escalation.

March 5

Passengers rip airline for new seating policy: 'It is as bad as everyone is saying'

Southwest Airlines faces passenger backlash over a new assigned seating policy. Flyers have complained about higher prices and boarding issues.

March 5

Brooks Nader and sisters pose for bikini photo shoot during Dominican Republic getaway

Brooks Nader shares stunning bikini photos from her Dominican Republic getaway at Amanera Resort with her sisters from their show 'Love Thy Nader.'

March 5

CDC warns of polio risk in over 30 countries as spring break travel ramps up

Health officials stress the importance of updated vaccines as the CDC issues an urgent polio warning for travelers heading to 30-plus countries during spring break.

March 5

State Department surging resources for Americans to escape Mideast amid mass travel restrictions

State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott addresses U.S. efforts to evacuate Americans from the Middle East, highlighting a 24/7 task force and providing contact information for assistance.

March 5

Thousands of Americans stuck in Middle East as conflict worsens

Grady Trimble reports live from Chicago O'Hare International Airport on the struggles of thousands of Americans trying to leave the Middle East amid escalating conflict.

March 5

American stuck in Middle East escapes in race to reach critically ill husband in California

A California woman who was stranded in Dubai amid Iran airstrikes is rushing home as her husband faces emergency heart surgery. Judith Wilson secured a last-minute flight.