Cruise tipping charges are 'out of control,' say passengers as companies tout 'exceptional service'
Cruise passengers are getting hit with a familiar vacation surprise: the bill that keeps growing after they book.
Daily gratuities, drink-package service charges, specialty dining fees and other automatic add-ons have become a flashpoint for travelers who say cruise vacations are being advertised one way, yet priced another.
Frustration is said to be mounting as several cruise lines have raised their gratuity or service charges in 2026.
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Holland America Line is the latest cruise line to change its gratuity structure.
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Mystery of remains found inside sleeping bag in Olympic park solved after 26 years
Human remains discovered in a remote section of a Washington state national park more than two decades ago have finally been identified, bringing long-awaited answers about the person's identity.
National Park Service (NPS) officials announced that the remains found in Olympic National Park belong to Joseph Louis Serrao Jr., a Hawaii native whose family last had contact with him in 1998.
"This case remained unresolved for nearly 30 years, but investigators never lost sight of the goal of identifying this individual and finding answers for his family," Debra Flowers, deputy chief of the National Park Service...
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Hikers face urgent Grand Canyon heat warning after teen's death on popular trail
An 18-year-old hiker's death on one of the Grand Canyon's best-known trails is underscoring a frequent summer danger: Extreme heat can overwhelm even some of the healthiest hikers.
The hiker, whose name has not yet been released, was on a day hike from the South Rim to the Colorado River and back via the Bright Angel Trail when he began experiencing "heat-related symptoms" below Havasupai Gardens on June 3, the National Park Service (NPS) said.
Grand Canyon National Park rangers found the hiker about 30 feet below the trail in a remote area near Garden Creek. Despite "rapid response...
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Crowded airport lounges force airlines to rethink future of travel perks for fliers
Airport lounges may have finally hit their breaking point.
After years of offering credit card perks, day passes and premium travel upgrades, airlines are now leaning into a new solution: grab-and-go lounge concepts.
The idea is simple. Travelers can still pick up complimentary food and drinks - but without camping out in a lounge or having to hunt for a seat.
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The shift makes sense for passengers and airlines alike, travel expert and influencer Jordi Lippe-McGraw of New York City told Fox News...
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US travelers warned after deadly rides and sexual assaults tied to beach vendors
Americans are being urged to steer clear of jet ski rentals in the Bahamas as U.S. officials warn of sketchy operators linked to deaths, injuries and reported sexual assaults.
In a Monday statement, the U.S. Embassy in the Bahamas said that "rogue operators" are soliciting tourists on Nassau's most popular beaches, including Cabbage Beach, Junkanoo Beach and Saunders Beach.
The rogue operators are often "unlicensed, uninsured, and operating unsafe watercraft," the embassy said - and officials noted that law enforcement oversight is "sporadic at best."
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Ancient Viking sword discovered 'sticking up out of the ground' after 1,300 years
A 1,300-year-old Viking sword was recently uncovered by an unlikely group of individuals: a class of first-grade children.
The 8th-century weapon was found in a field near the village of Brandbu, Norway, about 40 miles northwest of Oslo, in late April.
Viking Age swords are "relatively rare" finds, said Øystein Lia, an archaeologist and senior adviser with Innlandet County's Cultural Heritage department.
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Lia told Fox News Digital that the Innlandet region receives approximately one Viking sword discovery every two years.
Though the sword owner's...
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Viking madness grips Boston escalator as Norway fans march toward World Cup match
Crowds of Norwegian fans are tapping into their Viking heritage as they flock to Boston for their nation's first World Cup appearance in 28 years. They're also charming locals with synchronized "Viking rows."
A video taken at Boston's South Station shows dozens of Norway fans - some wearing Viking helmets and draped in Norwegian flags - performing synchronized rowing motions.
The group chanted "Hoo! Hoo!" as they rode up an escalator, mimicking a Viking longship crew.
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US State Department warns Americans of growing security risks in historic region
American travelers in the Middle East are being urged to stay alert as U.S. officials warn that security conditions remain volatile across the region, even as Washington, D.C., and Tehran move toward a tentative agreement aimed at easing the latest crisis.
The warning comes as U.S. officials describe a draft agreement with Iran that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz, allow some Iranian oil sales to resume and restart talks over Tehran's nuclear program, as Fox News Digital has reported - developments that could ease some travel and energy disruptions if the deal holds.
The agreement,...
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TSA sounds alarm after World Cup fans pack their bags with American staple
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is issuing a serious warning to international World Cup visitors: Don't pack ranch dressing in your carry-on luggage.
As the World Cup brings millions of international visitors to the United States, many fans are trying out American staples - and, apparently, rushing to take them back home with them.
One European wrote on X, "Why did no one tell me ranch sauce is like crack? EUROPE WE NEED RANCH ASAP."
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The enthusiasm hasn't gone unnoticed by U.S. officials.
On June 16...
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'Dig of the century' beneath Notre Dame reveals mysterious markings, ancient secrets
Archaeologists excavating Notre Dame cathedral in Paris have uncovered centuries of buried history, including a 1,700-year-old Roman coin and baffling markings that experts still can't explain.
The excavation, which has been in the works for years, began after the cathedral was rebuilt in the wake of a devastating 2019 fire. The latest results were reported earlier in June by The Associated Press (AP).
Digging in the cathedral's forecourt, archaeologists have searched roughly 13 feet below ground for remnants of the city's past.
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Iconic Disneyland attraction must switch to electric vehicles to comply with blue state's emissions standards
Disneyland must swap out the gas-powered engines in the ride cars for the iconic Autopia ride by early next year or the park will be forced to shutter the attraction, according to local reports.
The park must comply with California's strict emissions regulations by February 2027, according to the Orange County Register.
Autopia was one of the original attractions of the Anaheim theme park when it opened in July 1955, and the only one left in Tomorrowland.
Honda, which sponsors the ride, forgot to certify the ride's engines in an apparent administrative error in 2023, the...
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Cruise passengers learn diet trick that woman says made her weight loss finally stick
A cruise designed for people who follow low-carbohydrate diets is teaching passengers the eating approach one woman says helped her lose weight - and keep it off - after decades of trying.
Debbie Hubbs, 73, of Arizona, helped create the Low Carb Cruise after low-carb eating jump-started her weight loss.
Hubbs said this type of eating is "the only thing that ever worked for me."
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"For the last 40, 50 years, that's what's made me feel healthy and strong," Hubbs told Fox News Digital....
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Popular beaches closed as high bacteria levels raise health concerns for swimmers
Officials in several states are warning beachgoers to check local water quality advisories before swimming this summer.
Elevated bacteria levels have prompted beach closures and health alerts in Iowa, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington state.
Last summer, the Environment America Research & Policy Center reported that "61% of U.S. beaches had potentially unsafe contamination levels in 2024."
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Beaches can be contaminated with fecal matter from urban runoff and sewage overflows and by unhealthy pathogens from factory farms, the center said.
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) warned people that...
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Stonehenge breakthrough reveals surprising path behind ancient stone's 450-mile trek
For centuries, historians and archaeologists have debated how Stonehenge was built - and now researchers believe they may have finally traced one piece of the landmark's complex journey.
The monument, which sits on the Salisbury Plain near Amesbury, Wiltshire, was constructed in stages beginning around 3000 B.C., according to English Heritage, the organization that manages Stonehenge.
New research focuses on Stonehenge's Altar Stone, which sits near the center of the monument and has long been debated among scholars, news agency SWNS reported.
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Summer travelers warned after fecal bacteria levels in water exceed safety standards
Several New Jersey swimming areas remain under scrutiny after water testing found elevated levels of fecal bacteria at recreational water sites across the state.
As of June 21, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) listed swimming advisories at five coastal locations in Ocean and Cape May counties.
The advisories were triggered by elevated levels of enterococci, bacteria commonly used to measure water quality at recreational swimming sites.
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The coastal advisories include Cedar Point Beach and Beachwood Beach West in Ocean County,...
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Scientists find 'signs of life' inside 5,300-year-old mummy in remarkable discovery
Researchers have uncovered traces of ancient microbes inside a mummy - unexpected "signs of life" that may have persisted for more than 5,300 years.
The study, recently published in the journal Microbiome, centers on Ötzi the Iceman, a mummy found by a tourist inside a glacier in the Alps in 1991, news agency SWNS reported.
Ötzi's remains date back to 3300 B.C., before Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids were built. He was between 25 and 35 years old when he died, and stood roughly 5 feet 2 inches tall.
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Visitors face immediate fines for making one big mistake in crowded destination
One of Tokyo's most visited districts has begun issuing on-the-spot fines to people caught littering as local officials attempt to address growing overtourism challenges.
As of June 1, people caught improperly disposing of trash in public areas can face an immediate 2,000-yen fine, or roughly $13, under revised rules adopted by Shibuya Ward officials, Japan Today reported.
The move comes as Japan continues to see a sharp increase in tourism following the post-pandemic travel boom.
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Cruise passenger hailed as hero after jumping into water to save 84-year-old man
A Carnival Cruise Line passenger is being praised as a hero after jumping into the water to help an elderly man who fell from a pier during a cruise stop in Mexico.
The incident occurred May 19 while Carnival Jubilee was docked in Costa Maya.
Carnival Cruise Line confirmed the incident to Fox News Digital, saying an elderly guest fell into the water while returning to the ship.
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"Our security team responded immediately, and the guest was safely recovered...
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Popular amusement park bans guest for life after roller coaster stunt viral video
A YouTuber has been banned for life from visiting all Six Flags parks after posting a viral video that appeared to show him eating chicken nuggets while riding one of the country's most famous roller coasters.
The video, uploaded in May by content creator Allen Ferrell, shows him attempting to eat McDonald's chicken nuggets while riding Millennium Force at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio.
The stunt quickly gained attention online, generating hundreds of thousands of views and prompting a response from park officials.
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Nearly 100 years later, beloved amusement park still refuses to charge admission
In an era of pricey theme parks and gated admission, one Pennsylvania amusement park is still letting guests in for free.
Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, Pennsylvania, has been admission-free since it opened nearly a century ago.
Knoebels opened its doors on July 4, 1926 - and will celebrate its 100th anniversary this year, as the nation celebrates America's semiquincentennial.
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Many of the earliest amusement parks in the late 19th and early 20th centuries operated without admission fees, especially so-called...
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