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Travel July 5

Man goes viral on TikTok for claiming his home rental guests demanded 'weight accessible' accommodations

A viral TikTok shows a home rental host's reaction to a two-star review claiming his property wasn't "weight accessible," with commenters debating guest versus host responsibilities.

Travel June 7

Woman rips into 'stupid showers at hotels' and those responsible for designing them

A woman writing on Reddit complained about the design of hotel showers, saying she can't "step into a shower today while traveling" without getting "blasted by cold water."

Travel May 29

Hawaii enacts 'green fee' on tourists to raise $100 million annually for climate, ecology protection

Hawaii's new "Green Fee" bill raises tourist taxes to fund climate change initiatives, wildlife conservation and infrastructure improvements, starting January 1.

VIDEO May 23

Travel log: Remote luxury in the Catskills

Inside an ultra-luxury Catskill all-inclusive resort less than two hours from New York.

Travel May 13

Hotels can no longer hide this one thing from travelers

A new FTC regulation mandates that hotels disclose all fees upfront, eliminating hidden resort charges. Travelers gain clarity on total costs when booking their stays.

Travel May 5

State tourist tax by popular vacation destination would pour funds into 'climate change' mitigation

New legislation in Hawaii would raise tourist tax rates to 11% by next year, generating revenue for climate resilience efforts and economic development.

Travel March 18

Expedia customer says hotel requested cancellation because rate was too 'low'

A woman traveling overseas says she booked a hotel room through Expedia.com, only for the hotel to call and ask her to cancel due to the rate being too "low."

VIDEO March 13

Retired FBI agent says Dominican Republic authorities had 'initial missteps' in college students disappearance

Retired FBI agent Scott Duffey discussed the disappearance of University of Pittsburgh student Sudiksha Konanki with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital. 

Immigration March 13

Justice Department launches criminal investigation into 2 NYC migrant shelters

The Justice Department is investigating funding and operations at two Manhattan hotels being used as migrant shelters, according to several reports.

Travel March 10

High-end vacation resort bans children to achieve 'tranquil environment'

The Alila Marea Beach Resort, located in Encinitas, California, has announced that it's no longer accepting kids and is transitioning to an adults-only vacation spot.

Travel February 28

Major US city looks to hike hotel fees to boost tourism

Hotels in Minneapolis, Minnesota, could implement a booking tax in order to boost tourism. The city saw a "record-breaking" number of hotel guests in summer 2024.

Travel February 21

Tax on tourists and travelers coming soon to this popular city

The City of Edinburgh will charge a 5% per night tax on accommodations starting in July 2026. The city's council approved the new fees affecting those staying in hotels and other guest spots.

Travel February 6

Motel 6 rooms for Super Bowl weekend costing pigskin fans a pretty penny

Super Bowl LIX has low-budget establishments setting prices higher than their usual rates as Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles fans head to New Orleans for big game.

Travel January 24

Hotels, travel industry heed US surgeon general's alcohol-cancer warning

Following the U.S. surgeon general's new advisory linking alcohol to seven different types of cancer, hotels are expanding alcohol-free offerings. Travel industry experts speak out.

Travel January 20

President Trump's inauguration and travel: Here's when DC flights, hotel stays should decrease in price

Hotel and airline prices have spiked in response to President Donald Trump's inauguration, but it may take some time for Washington, D.C., travelers to see costs return to normal.

Travel January 19

Travel tips for attending Trump's inauguration in DC: expert weighs in

Washington, D.C., has been gearing up for travelers ahead of Inauguration Day on Jan. 20, bringing Americans to the nation's capital as President-elect Trump returns to the White House.

Travel January 18

'Hurkle-durkling' is the viral travel trend that involves lying in bed all day

A viral travel trend called "hurkle-durkling" has more travelers embracing lounging in bed all day. Now, hotels nationwide are introducing amenities to cater to the trend.

Hotels January 14

Malaysia is home to the world's largest hotel, with over 7K rooms for guests

The Guinness World Record for the largest hotel by number of rooms goes to First World Hotel in Malaysia. The hotel boasts over 7,000 hotel rooms for guests to lounge in.

Las Vegas January 3

New videos paint clearer picture of Trump Hotel Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas

Two new videos have been released in relation to Wednesday's Cybertruck explosion outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas where a former Army soldier died.

VIDEO January 2

Bomb disposal expert breaks down the Cybertruck explosion

Retired U.S Navy diving officer Robert Pizzini gives his take on the Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion on ‘The Story.’

Terrorism January 2

Suspect behind Cybertruck that exploded at Trump hotel identified as active-duty US Army soldier

Police have identified the driver of the Tesla Cybertruck that blew up outside Trump International Hotel Las Vegas as Matthew Livelsberger, an active-duty U.S. Army soldier.

VIDEO January 1

Deadly cybertruck fire outside Trump hotel investigated as potential terror

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ correspondent Marianne Rafferty and former FBI special agent Jonathan Gilliam break down details in the cybertruck fire outside the Trump hotel in Las Vegas on 'Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Live.'

Travel December 19

'Mattress runs' are latest travel trend that could backfire when booking hotel rooms. Expert weighs in

"Mattress runs" have guests booking hotel rooms to earn free nights or accumulate status points, with some not even staying in the room at all. A travel expert weighs in.

Travel December 15

Flight attendants reveal the surprising day to travel ahead of Christmas rush

Experts reveal the best day to travel on a plane before Christmas in order to avoid airport chaos, and still arrive at your destination prior to the holiday rush.

Travel December 4

Georgia city to ring in 2025 by imploding 16-story hotel on New Year's Day

A 16-story vacant hotel in Macon, Georgia, was purchased by city officials and will be detonated on New Year's Day to ring in 2025. The building was last occupied in 2017.

Travel November 30

Woman in her 60s sells home, quits job to travel the world: 'I don't get frightened easily'

Lynn Stephenson, a woman in her 60s, decided to sell her home, quit her job and travel the world in earnest — and is determined to get to all the countries of the globe. Here's why she's doing it.

VIDEO November 25

Hotel employee bravely retrieves guest's cell phone from glass roof

A hotel worker came to the rescue by strapping on climbing gear with a rope across his chest as he walked on a glass roof to retrieve a guest's cell phone that fell from the ninth floor window.

Holiday Gift Guide November 25

Hot travel gifts for the vacationer in your life: Top picks ahead of Christmas

Ahead of Christmas 2024, see this holiday gift guide focused on the traveler in your life. From smart luggage to carry-on totes, cozy slippers and more, consider these practical picks.

Travel November 24

'Quiet travel' is having a moment; here are top US spots where you can embrace the trend

Here are 10 destinations for "quiet travel" in the U.S. to check out if you're ready to unplug and unwind on your next vacation. From Maine to Florida, Oregon and more, see the list.

Travel November 19

'Fly' your own aircraft in US Air Force Academy hotel's first-ever flight simulators

Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado, will launch three flight simulators for guests to experience what it's like to soar through the sky.