Events & Festivals

Terror Cells Target Times Square New Year Bash

NEW YORK CITY, New York — Federal agencies cite operational concerns over undetected lone offenders ahead of Times Square's high-profile holiday celebration.NEW YORK CITY, New York — Days before one…

By James Anthony 5 min read
Terror Cells Target Times Square New Year Bash

Train traffic halted in Florence after fatal incident

FLORENCE, Italy — High-speed and intercity rail traffic halted at one of Italy's busiest junctions following an incident near Florence Rifredi station.FLORENCE, Italy — If you're traveling through…

By Bob Vidra 5 min read
Train traffic halted in Florence after fatal incident

Japanese Phone Number Unlocks Seamless Travel

TOKYO, Japan — Travelers discover that securing a local phone number opens access to essential apps for food ordering, real-time navigation, and restaurant bookings across Japan's cities. …

By Andy Wang 5 min read
Japanese Phone Number Unlocks Seamless Travel

Sweden Invites Tourists to Discover the Joy of Boredom

Stockholm, Sweden invites travelers to slow down, savor fika and bask in Nordic silence as Visit Sweden promotes the surprising benefits of boredom.STOCKHOLM, Sweden — The national tourism office…

By Andy Wang 5 min read
Sweden Invites Tourists to Discover the Joy of Boredom

Puerto Rico bill makes Airbnb warn guests of beach hazards

San Juan, Puerto Rico — House Bill 605 could make Airbnb hosts warn guests about beach hazards within five miles, aiming to cut the island’s annual drowning toll.SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Sun-seekers…

By Dana Lockwood 5 min read
Puerto Rico bill makes Airbnb warn guests of beach hazards

Taxi turf war strands tourists at Assam-Meghalaya border

Guwahati, India—Taxi turf war at the Assam–Meghalaya border leaves travelers stranded and threatens Northeast India tourism.GUWAHATI, India — A simmering battle over taxi permits has erupted into a…

By Andy Wang 5 min read
Taxi turf war strands tourists at Assam-Meghalaya border

Biltmore unveils Luminere, new nighttime light show

ASHEVILLE, United States — Biltmore Estate unveils Luminere, its newest after-dark experience enriching the travel calendar in Western North Carolina.ASHEVILLE, United States — Biltmore Estate, the…

By Bob Vidra 5 min read
Biltmore unveils Luminere, new nighttime light show

Culinary Travel Market to Sizzle Past $4B by 2033

NEW YORK — Culinary travel market set to reach $4.2 billion by 2033, with travelers prioritizing immersive food experiences and wellness-focused dining.NEW YORK — Food has long been a reason to hit…

By Bob Vidra 5 min read
Culinary Travel Market to Sizzle Past $4B by 2033

Buffalo Trace Launches Mobile Whiskey Tasting Tour

St. Louis, Kansas City, Jacksonville and Tampa will host Buffalo Trace Distillery On Tour, a free 90-minute mobile whiskey tasting rolling out in October. =FRANKFORT, Yy. — Kentucky’s busiest…

By Bob Vidra 5 min read
Buffalo Trace Launches Mobile Whiskey Tasting Tour

Festivals Fuel India's Rise in Cultural Tourism

Kolkata, India—A new Skyscanner report shows 82% of Indian travelers plan 2025 trips around festivals like Durga Puja, Onam and Holi, redefining cultural tourism in India. KOLKATA, India —…

By Dana Lockwood 5 min read
Festivals Fuel India's Rise in Cultural Tourism