With travelers tightening their belts due to the upward spiral in airfares, the rise in multi-generational vacations is set to spike even further. After all, who better to foot the holiday bill than the grandparents? Finding a destination that appeals to a group with ages from seven to 70 can be a challenge, but resorts … Read more
That will leave a mark. While commentating Colombia’s 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in the World Cup on Wednesday, Warren Barton was hit in the face and bloodied by a wayward bottle. “Great game tonight except for being hit by a bottle,” Barton wrote on X alongside a photo showing blood on his forehead after being hit … Read more
The Phillies broadcast took an interesting turn Wednesday night. During the Phillies’ win over the Blue Jays, broadcaster John Kruk, known for his humorous storytelling, shared the tale of being left in Mexico City on the way to Venezuela for the 1986 Caribbean Series for not having a passport. “Some kid came up to me… … Read more
Soccer fans hoping to catch the world’s biggest tournament without blowing their budget may want to look south of the border — or at least skip Atlanta. Guadalajara, Mexico, was ranked the most affordable host city for the 2026 World Cup, with an average three-night trip cost of $856 per person, according to a Skyscanner report … Read more
The Mexican state set to host multiple games for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is making headlines for all the wrong reasons, again — as fears grow that a serial killer may be loose in a popular resort town for American tourists. Jalisco State is once again under scrutiny after police recently discovered the bodies … Read more
A popular resort town for American tourists in Mexico may have a serial killer on the loose, officials said, as they probe connections between the murders of three women. Puerto Vallarta police are reviewing evidence, surveillance footage, and reports to determine whether the deaths are connected. All the women who died were in their early-to-mid … Read more
Roughly a dozen hikers have reportedly fallen ill with a nasty stomach bug after traversing a section of the scenic Pacific Crest Trail. The popular hiking destination spans more than 2,600 miles and goes from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington. The Pacific Crest Trail Association acknowledged reports of “gastrointestinal illness” in the … Read more
Think you know the wine world? It’s time to redraw the map. For centuries, Burgundy and Tuscany have set the standard, their names synonymous with quality and prestige. But a wave of smaller, surprising regions is producing award-winning bottles that rarely cross borders, making travel to high-altitude vineyards in Yunnan, China — and even a … Read more
A wave of low-cost Chinese-made vehicles is slipping into California through Mexico — and the issue is now headed to Washington. Panicked lawmakers are working to close a border loophole that allows cars that would never clear US safety or emissions standards to enter the country. In Mexican border cities like Tijuana’s Zona Río, dealerships … Read more
A Mexico City nightclub owner is taking revenge for President Trump’s “insults” by hitting American tourists where it hurts — their wallets. Club Japan is charging US citizens 15 times more than other tourists to get in, while posting a pointed jab about who does, and doesn’t, deserve discounts. “In the same way we remind … Read more
They’re up s–t creek without a plunger. Just when you thought it was safe to get back in the water: A picturesque California beach is at risk of being shuttered amid a deluge of sewage from Mexico that’s befouled the coastline. “It was heaven on Earth, and now I call it paradise lost,” Whitney David, … Read more
She missed her flight and was ready to fight. Pushing, kicking and shouting are the typical makings of a temper tantrum — those emotional outbursts oft-exhibited by teething tots. But an enraged adult women at Mexico City International Airport, in Mexico, recently threw a hissy fit of epic — and possibly criminal — proportions after arriving … Read more
A popular Upper West Side restaurant has abruptly shuttered after the owner suffered a bizarre, “life-threatening” accident in Mexico — and may be on the hook for more than $1 million in back rent, Side Dish has learned. The Milling Room, known for its airy dining room and vaulted glass ceiling — closed unexpectedly in … Read more
A low-cost Mexican airline that flies tourists to popular resort cities like Cancun has abruptly suspended flights and left travelers stranded in the country. Beginning April 11, Grupo Aéreo Monterrey also known as Magnicharters suspended all flights for two weeks citing “logistical problems.” The company calls itself “the tourist airline of Mexico.” A Magni Boeing … Read more
A Carnival Cruise Line ship came to the rescue of a stranded sailor and his cat on Tuesday, April 14, after crew members spotted distress signals coming from a disabled sailboat in open waters on the ship’s path from Galveston, Texas, to Cozumel, Mexico. The Carnival Legend was sailing a Caribbean itinerary when crew members noticed emergency flares. They … Read more
No matter how much dough you’ve got, everyone hates feeling like they’ve been nickel-and-dimed — the very rich, most of all. Maddeningly, most resorts haven’t noticed. A luxury stay should feel smooth as butter. Signing a chit every time you sneeze isn’t that. It makes you pause and reconsider that second bottle of Chablis by … Read more
Cruising to tropical destinations may sound carefree and a bucket-list best, but some of the most popular ports come with safety concerns travelers should not ignore, industry experts say. Passengers need to understand local risks before leaving the ship, especially in destinations with higher crime rates or active government warnings, experts say. A recent podcast, “The Travel … Read more
Passengers aboard a cruise ship sailing from Texas to Mexico erupted in cheers after the crew rescued four people from a distressed, makeshift boat in the Gulf, the second such rescue involving a Caribbean cruise ship in just days, according to reports. The Regal Princess was en route from Galveston to Cozumel Feb. 23, when crew members responded to … Read more
Even as cartel carnage continues to cast a shadow, Californians’ favorite Mexican escape is turning up the heat on its tourism tax. A fee that has already pushed this vacation paradise out of “bargain” territory isn’t just sticking around — it’s skyrocketing. The government of Baja California Sur, which includes popular destinations like Los Cabos, … Read more
Following an operation that killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, “El Mencho,” a revolt broke out in Mexico by cartel members — causing chaos across popular tourist areas in the country Sunday. The US State Department has issued shelter in place orders while airlines have canceled flights due to ongoing … Read more