TRAVEL September 14 Hit the road: New study suggests travel could delay aging, improve physical and mental health A study from an Australian university found that travel and activities while traveling could delay the aging process and improve bodily systems.
Japan May 21 Japanese town erects giant screen in front of Mount Fuji to prevent tourist crowding A Japanese town known for iconic views of Mt. Fuji has put up a large black screen on a stretch of a street to block a popular photo spot and deter tourists from being disruptive.
VIDEO April 22, 2024 AMERICAN VALUES: Rural town fights for survival after factory closure leaves a third of residents unemployed Locals in Noel, Missouri, are struggling to find a path forward after Tyson Foods shut down a chicken processing plant that employed over 600 residents of the small town.
TRAVEL April 20, 2024 Greece sightseeing travel guide: Ancient ruins, rugged mountains, Mediterranean waters Greece is one of the world's premiere tourism destinations, boasting rich history, archeological ruins, fine cuisine, numerous Mediterranean islands and towering, rugged mountains.
National Parks March 11, 2024 US national park attendance soared in 2023 as millions of Americans continue to head outdoors In 2023, visitation to America’s national parks increased more than four percent, representing millions more Americans taking interest in the country's wilderness.
Mexico January 23, 2024 Mexico's Yucatan tourist train sinks pilings into relic-filled limestone caves, activists show Although President Andrés Manuel López Obrador pledged to prioritize environmental protection during the development of his ambitious train project, critics charge he has failed.
South America November 7, 2023 Chile shuts down a popular glacier, sparking debate over climate change and adventure sports Chilean decision to shut down a Patagonian glacier has led to an angry response from local excursion guides and tourists, and a debate over environmental issues and safety concerns.
LIFESTYLE September 19, 2023 Apple of their eye: See the unique display that gardeners created using leftover orchard fruit A large medieval house in England created an apple display using leftover fruit from the orchard. See the unique mosaic — and learn how the display was made.
VIDEO June 26, 2023 Tourist filmed carving name on wall at Rome’s ancient Colosseum Italy’s culture minister called the incident a ‘serious, unworthy and a sign of great incivility.’
Spain May 26, 2023 Mediterranean destination tells tourists to get lost amid push from liberal mayor Locals in Barcelona are saying no more to mass tourism and are calling on officials to take counter measures as the number of visitors to the city once again surges.
VIDEO March 16, 2023 Tampa, Florida, is enjoying a surge in tourism, residents and development Tampa surged into the national spotlight in 2020, with the arrival of NFL legend Tom Brady and a flood of new residents from northern cities escaping COVID-19 lockdowns and finding personal and economic freedom in Florida.
Hawaii December 11, 2022 Mauna Loa alert downgraded as scientists believe Hawaii volcano may stop erupting soon Scientists have downgraded the alert for Hawaii's Mauna Loa, the world's largest active volcano, from a warning to a watch as its current behavior suggests it may stop erupting soon.
VIDEO November 10, 2022 Egyptian archaeologists discover ancient tunnel some believe could lead to Cleopatra's long-lost tomb The massive tunnel was previously hidden beneath a temple 40-feet below the ground just west of Alexandria, Egypt. (Credit: Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities via Storyful)
SCIENCE May 29, 2021 Jeff Corwin on historic Tasmanian devil return: It's 'a glimmer of hope' Tasmanian Devils have been born in the wild of the Australian mainland for the first time in more than 3,000 years.
Hawaii November 19, 2020 Hawaii offering free hotel stays if visitors volunteer Say "aloha" to a free night in Hawaii – for a good cause.
Coronavirus September 6, 2020 Tourism-dependent small business owners find surprising demand for water sports during coronavirus: 'Way above average' While the tourism industry is among the largest casualties of the coronavirus pandemic, some business owners were surprised to find a new interest in sports and water activities that they hope to hold onto in a post-pandemic era.
Celebrity News September 2, 2020 Akon reveals $6B futuristic Senegalese city inspired by Wakanda from 'Black Panther' R&B singer Akon is officially moving ahead with his plans to build a futuristic pan-African city in his native Senegal that he previously likened to the fictional city of Wakanda from the movie “Black Panther.”
VIDEO July 23, 2020 Miami's travel industry hit again amid rising COVID cases It’s been a week since Miami Beach banned all short-term rentals
Fox News Flash May 29, 2020 Small business owners hold onto hope as New Orleans tourism faces dire outlook Although New Orleans has seen the curve flatten in their area, the one-time epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic is still feeling the economic aftermath.
National Parks February 3, 2020 How Mount Rushmore came to be Did you know Mount Rushmore was built to increase tourism to South Dakota?
Eco Tourism January 14, 2020 Singer Akon announces futuristic 'Akon City' in Senegal Is a pop idol building Wakanda? Akon announced on his social-media channels on Monday that he is building a city of the future in Africa.
Eco Tourism January 23, 2019 Bali officials propose tax on tourists to help preserve environment, culture Travelers planning to visit Bali in the near future might want to pack an extra few bucks into their swimsuits.
Eco Tourism September 5, 2018 Polar bears responsible for Alaskan village's massive tourism boom A tiny Alaska Native village has experienced a boom in tourism in recent years as polar bears spend more time on land than on diminishing Arctic sea ice.
North America August 14, 2018 International tourists spend four times as much as domestic travelers Tourists can occasionally be an annoyance, but the revenue they bring in is enormous.
Africa August 10, 2018 Trophy trips: Once-in-a-lifetime vacations to brag about This amazing vacations are sure to inspire envy among friends and coworkers.
VACATION DESTINATIONS July 21, 2018 Millennials choosing ‘Instagrammable’ destinations for next trip, survey says Millennials are carefully choosing where they are traveling due to how “Instagrammable” the places are, a survey found.
South America March 22, 2018 Places you won’t believe exist Unique. Unreal. Unbelievable. These tourist destinations are out of this world.
Eco Tourism March 22, 2018 Goodnight monkeys: Best sleepovers at US zoos Big zoos around the country offer behind-the-scenes sleepover nights for families.
Africa March 22, 2018 Winged wonders: the exotic birds of Africa Bird lovers from all corners of the globe flock to Africa for the vast numbers of unique and remarkable species found throughout the continent.
