February 27 Mexico unrest sparks spring break shakeups at last minute as travelers scramble and pivot Spring breakers change up their vacation plans as Mexico violence concerns continue. Travel advisors recommend Caribbean alternatives amid Puerto Vallarta security concerns.
February 26 Washing underwear in hotel coffee maker slammed as ‘disgusting' as influencer faces backlash A TikTok influencer is responding to backlash about her "disgusting" hotel hack, in which she seemingly showed others how to use a hotel coffee maker to wash underwear. She's defending herself.
February 26 Mexico cruise stops are suddenly scrapped as safety concerns continue in region Amid continuing safety concerns, a security alert for Mexico has forced some cruise diversions from Puerto Vallarta, as vacationers face adjusted travel plans and reroutes.
February 25 Vacation destination scammers rake in big bucks charging tourists for free travel forms Scammers target Sint Maarten travelers with fake ED card sites appearing in sponsored search results. The official government form is completely free. Here's what to know.
February 25 Delta pilot tells control tower 'we lost left engine' as flight ignites runway fire A Delta flight's engine failure sparked a fire during takeoff from the Savannah airport, forcing an emergency return. "We lost left engine straight out here," the pilot said.
February 24 American trapped at luxury resort in Mexico told 'no one's leaving' by hotel staff A Wisconsin tourist shared her experiences of being stranded at Mexico's Punta Mita luxury resort region as cartel violence shuts down airports across the Mexico coast.
February 24 Rescue team heading to Mexico to free American tourists trapped amid cartel violence Veteran-led rescue group is mobilizing a "war-zone level" operation as Americans face danger from Jalisco cartel unrest after "El Mencho's" reported death.
February 23 Mexico beach recently crowned best in world as cartels now torch businesses, terrorize tourist areas Mexico's top beach was recently named by Tripadvisor as cartel violence sparks travel alerts. Isla Pasion in Cozumel won top honors as security concerns now exist.
February 22 Americans warned of al Qaeda-linked terrorist presence in popular vacation getaway The U.S. Embassy reissued a "Level 2" travel advisory for Côte d'Ivoire, warning travelers of increased crime, terrorism threats and piracy risks in the popular destination.
February 20 Fatal fire engulfs cruise ship with hundreds of passengers aboard: ‘I panicked' Fire erupts on a cruise ship heading to Singapore, forcing the emergency evacuation of 271 passengers. One death is reported; the cause is being investigated.