North Carolina 1 day ago Teen run over by a truck while sunbathing on the beach Oak Island authorities responded when a GMC pickup truck conducting beach survey work struck a teenage girl lying on the beach, sending her to hospital.
Vacation Destinations 4 days ago Summer beach day turns dangerous as lightning strikes three at St. Augustine Pier in Florida A lightning incident at Florida's St. Augustine Pier left three injured and beachgoers in panic, highlighting safety concerns as the US reports six lightning fatalities in 2025.
Crime 6 days ago Young crewmember murdered aboard luxury superyacht in paradise destination South African yacht stewardess Paige Bell was found murdered on a luxury vessel in the Bahamas and a fellow crewmember was reportedly charged in her death.
Immigration July 10 Florida tourist hotspot nearly becomes sanctuary city before leaders reverse ICE policy Florida's Key West voted to reinstate its immigration agreement with ICE just one week after ending it, following threats of penalties from Governor DeSantis's administration.
Travel July 8 Americans targeted in Mexico City as locals protest against tourism and soaring rents Anti-tourism protests erupted in Mexico City as locals face gentrification challenges similar to Barcelona and Venice demanding stricter housing laws and legislation to regulate tourism levels.
Bahamas July 7 Former Army captain critically injured in Bahamas boating hit-and-run during family vacation: report A family vacation turned tragic when Brent Slough was severely injured by a boat propeller while snorkeling in the Bahamas, with witnesses reporting the boat never stopped.
Florida July 4 Florida city commissioner 'shocked' to stand alone as colleagues defy Trump immigration crackdown Florida attorney general warns Key West commissioners of possible removal after voting to end police cooperation with immigration authorities.
Travel July 2 Beach bacteria warnings plague Fourth of July weekend plans nationwide Health officials issue warnings as bacteria and stormwater runoff contaminate beaches nationwide, closing popular swimming locations before the July 4th holiday.
Florida July 2 Video shows Coast Guard save family in helicopter rescue mission near vacation destination The Florida Coast Guard rescues a family of three, including an 8-year-old child, from a partially submerged sailing vessel near the Bahamas after a good Samaritan reported their distress.
Travel July 2 America's elite lead boom of ‘golden' visa applications to vacation destination America's elite are flocking to New Zealand's Active Investor Plus visa program as applications soar after requirements were eased. Once the "golden" visa is obtained, it's good for a lifetime.
Missing Persons July 1 American tourist vanishes in tropical paradise after early morning walk from vacation rental Brian Tarrence, 51, disappeared from Grace Bay while vacationing with his wife in Turks and Caicos, prompting investigation by local police and private investigator.
Travel July 1 Rare 'tsunami' roll cloud hovers over beachgoers in popular destination spot Portugal visitors witnessed a rare roll cloud phenomenon after an extreme heat wave, with beachgoers comparing the horizontal tube-shaped arcus cloud to a tsunami from a movie.
Disney Travel Tips June 30 Father leaps into ocean after daughter falls from Disney cruise ship deck: reports Daughter reportedly falls overboard from Disney Dream cruise ship, prompting father to jump in after her, with Disney Cruise Line crew executing rapid rescue of both passengers
Lake Tahoe June 27 Sole survivors in Lake Tahoe boating disaster had one thing in common Tragedy struck on Lake Tahoe as eight family members and friends perish when their boat capsized in a sudden storm during a birthday celebration.
North Carolina June 27 Firefighter dies after vacation excursion with family at summer hot spot Community mourns North Carolina firefighter Jaywon Lyons, who died during a family vacation in Turks and Caicos, remembered as an optimistic person who served multiple fire departments.
Entertainment June 25 Denise Austin shows off bikini body while vacationing in the south of France Fitness coach Denise Austin showcased her bikini body during a Mediterranean vacation in Cassis, France, sharing photos and wellness tips while enjoying the sunshine.
MLB June 25 Brazil, Mexico, Italy, Britain in USA's group at 2026 World Baseball Classic The United States will play in Group B while Shohei Ohtnai's Japan squad will be in Group C for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
US June 25 Lightning strike injures 20 at popular South Carolina vacation getaway South Carolina beach lightning strike injures 20 people at Lake Murray, highlighting increasing lightning dangers during summer activities as similar incidents occur in U.S.
South Carolina June 23 Hilton Head sees 2nd shark attack in one week amid busy summer vacation season Hilton Head Island sees second shark attack in a week at Coligny Beach Park, prompting officials to remind visitors about beach safety measures and flag warnings.
VIDEO June 21 Rick Reichmuth makes a pit stop at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ chief meteorologist Rick Reichmuth takes his all-American road trip to Nashville, Tennessee.
Sharks June 20 Two shark attacks reported in separate vacation hotspots as summer beach season starts Hilton Head Island shark attack leaves beachgoer with serious leg injuries, following incident where 9-year-old Florida girl's hand was nearly severed during Gulf Coast snorkeling trip.
Travel June 20 Beaches with most shark attacks as Americans pay tribute to 'Jaws' and activist weighs in As the blockbuster film "Jaws" turns 50, recent shark attacks are making headlines as experts share that increased sightings reflect better technology and more people in water, not more sharks.
Travel June 19 Tourism surge creates 'new challenge' as visitors transform Mt. Fuji into 'trash mountain' Japan faces overtourism challenges with 36 million visitors in 2024, raising concerns about two-tier pricing and the environmental impact on sacred sites like Mount Fuji.
Travel June 16 Museum staff leaves 'Mona Lisa' fans high and dry as Louvre shuts down without warning The world's most visited museum, the Louvre, closes its doors as staff strike due to overtourism concerns, highlighting the "Mona Lisa" display, which attracts 20,000 visitors daily.
National Parks June 16 American tourist falls 30 feet off cliffside trail in vacation hot spot Tourist rescued after plunging off cliff at Hawaii's Kīlauea volcano, one of world's most active volcanoes currently erupting with lava fountains exceeding 1,000 feet.
Travel June 16 Tourists sprayed with water guns by protesters as European anti-tourism trend grows Spanish protesters march against overtourism in Barcelona and Mallorca as residents face rising rents and displacement, prompting cities to regulate short-term rentals.
Travel June 9 Norway joins the tourist tax club as destinations in Europe fight back against visitors Norwegian officials pass a "historic agreement" for a 3% tourist tax to fund tourism infrastructure, as European destinations adopt similar measures to address visitor impacts.
VIDEO June 9 Marriott targets budget travelers with mid-scale option Marriott International is aiming to overcome tariff headwinds this summer travel season.Â
Travel June 7 Boat explodes on the river and a peaceful vacation walk turns into a desperate rescue The quick thinking of a couple who were on vacation in the U.K. helped save six lives after a boat exploded on the River Thames. Police officials said it was "a miracle there were no fatalities."
Travel June 3 Hot travel trend has people 'townsizing' by visiting quaint American towns The trend of "townsizing" sees travelers, especially those among Gen Z, choosing quaint small towns like Cape Cod in Massachusetts for a relaxed, movie-like vacation experience.