Travel Safety

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'Security-related situation' grounds flight to vacation hot spot, passengers confined for hours

A JetBlue flight from Boston triggered a shutdown of Aruba's airport due to a reported security issue, forcing the plane to find an alternate location.

Travel 1 day ago

CDC issues urgent travel alert as virus outbreak hits exclusive sunny islands destination

CDC issues urgent travel alert for Seychelles islands due to Chikungunya virus outbreak. Travelers advised to get vaccinated and prevent mosquito bites.

Travel 2 days ago

Flight passenger mistakenly boards wrong plane, lands in surprising country after many hours

A United Airlines passenger realized a boarding mistake midair, asking why the flight to Houston was taking so long. The person wound up in Tokyo instead of Nicaragua.

Travel 3 days ago

Older travelers who skip key step before popular vacation activity could be risking their health

Doctors warn a popular bucket-list vacation activity has hidden health risks for older travelers. While scuba diving is generally safe, older adults need to take precautions.

Travel 6 days ago

Nearly 70 skiers stranded in midair for hours after gondola malfunctions at popular resort

Nearly 70 skiers were stranded in midair for five hours after a gondola malfunction at Gore Mountain ski resort in New York, requiring full evacuation by rescue teams.

Travel 6 days ago

Officials tell Americans in one country to 'leave now' due to major safety concerns

The U.S. Embassy has issued an urgent "leave Iran now" security alert for Americans as internet outages and travel disruptions continue across the country.

Travel February 5

HIV epidemic explodes in popular honeymoon destination as crystal meth use surges

Fiji's HIV cases are surging, with 1,583 new infections in 2024 as crystal meth use and unsafe injection practices fuel Pacific island nation's health crisis.

Travel February 4

Snowstorm parking wars turn violent as cities crack down, neighbors clash and police warn of escalation

City officials are warning residents about using chairs, cones and other objects to save parking spaces after snowstorms. Violent fights have erupted among residents.

Florida February 4

Lyft driver accused of brutal backseat attack, threatening to kill passenger during ride

Florida Lyft driver allegedly choked passenger and threatened to kill her during ride before arrest on battery and false imprisonment charges.

Travel February 3

Inquiry begun after American Airlines flight reports mysterious blue light while trying to land

American Airlines crew reported a strange blue light while landing at a Charlotte airport — sparking a safety investigation. The flight landed safely with no injuries.