The return of global travelers is expected to be a major economic boost for industries like tourism and hospitality that suffered during the pandemic.

Each year, Venice transforms from "the floating city" to a sinking city as unusually high tides flood popular tourist destinations.

In 2019, the one-hour flight between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur was one of the busiest air travel routes in the world with 5.56 million seats available.

Retail and hospitality companies in the US hope the return of international travelers will create a boost for business.

Residents of Conegliano said that the car had become an iconic fixture of the town and a selfie opportunity for locals and tourists.

Luxury brands have embraced setting up shopfronts in China as big-spending Chinese shoppers are stuck at home.

Tourism is responsible for 8% of the world's carbon output, but drives revenue for developing countries. A new global coalition, announced at COP26, aims to help the industry grow sustainably.

Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville empire is rapidly expanding with plans to open 50 resorts within 3 years as the hotel brand becomes the fastest growing in the US.

The Sigmund Project exclusively highlights businesses with a "triple bottom line": an emphasis on both profit and benefitting people and the planet.

Holiday World opened as Santa Claus Land way back in 1946. Now, sisters and fourth-generation owners Leah and Lauren Koch are making it even better.

Mexico's lax COVID-19 restrictions propelled it into a top destination for weddings, even as the country struggles with vaccinations and COVID cases.

The CDC said it intends to lift the order imposing COVID-19 restriction on cruise ships in mid-January.

The Rig, an amusement park with a hotel for 800 guests, will sit atop a converted oil rig in the Arabian Gulf.

Authorities called the shooting "an armed clash between criminal groups dedicated to the sale of drugs," France24 reported.

World-record holder Lexie Alford visited 196 countries in an effort to challenge herself and discover a new sense of independence.

The fee will go towards a fund that aims to help the country recover from mass tourism, the Bangok Post reports.

The new Norwegian Prima vessel, which is packed to the brim with leisure facilities, is due to set sail in the summer of 2022.

Thailand's tourism authority is seriously considering launching a digital token to tap into the growing interest for cryptocurrencies.

I spent a week reporting from the Venice Film Festival, and the city was surprisingly calm and pleasant.

The European Union removed the US from a safe list, and individual countries have since introduced a range of new travel restrictions.

Measures coming into effect to help prevent overtourism also include a $3.50 to $12 fee to enter the city unless staying at a local hotel.

Travelers who arrive on the Southeast Asian island may be forgiven for thinking they are in Venice, the Amalfi Coast, or Paris - anywhere but Vietnam.

Incoming visitors will need to be fully vaccinated within the last six months, or have a booster shot, and provide a negative PCR test.

Autocamp also has cabins and luxury tents. but the Airstream trailers define the Autocamp brand, Jason Brannan, the company's general manager, said.

Cruise ship workers, both current and former, described what it's been like to work in the industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.

"We are afraid that the hungry monkeys will turn wild and vicious," one villager, Saskara Gustu Alit, told the Associated Press.

Hawaii's governor urged tourists to postpone travel plans to the islands, following Maui mayor's plea for airlines to limit seats to tourists.

Starting next summer, visitors will reportedly have to pay a fee, book in advance, and head through turnstiles to get to the city.

According to CNN, boat workers requested that armed guards patrol key tourist spots amid reports of physical attacks including spitting and punching.

Visitors to the 25-meter-tall Marble Arch Mound attraction in London have been offered refunds and free tickets for the rest of August.

A new schedule for serving bacon is aimed at preventing Carnival's ships from running out of the breakfast item, but it won't be permanent.

Ramón Canal, the Mayor of Ribadesella in Asturias, told Antena 3 News: "One needs to realize that milk doesn't come in cartons, it comes from cows."

Senator Schumer is demanding officials team up with the FBI and others to identify and stop counterfeit COVID-19 vaccination cards.

A boom in travel, as well as a union strike earlier in the week, caused wait times up to seven hours as Canada reopened to US vacationers.

In the 15 years following the Guatemalan Civil War, groups of women have banded together to sustain themselves and their families through weaving.

Italy is hoping the recently excavated site of an ancient diner in Pompeii will draw in summer tourists when it opens on August 12.

Just last week, the White House said most travel restrictions would remain in place due to a surge in COVID-19 cases led by the Delta variant.

In the TikTok video, which has gained 28 million views, an orangutan is shown trying on a zoo visitor's sunglasses - just like a human would.

Hospitals in Thailand are on the brink of collapse and COVID-19 patients are being moved to sleeper trains to get them out of Bangkok.

Forget Rome or Venice - isolated villages in Italy offer tourists a glimpse of the country's culture, food, and traditions without the large crowds.

The $73,500-per-person cruise broke Regent Seven Seas Cruises' "world cruise opening day booking record," according to a press release.

On the first day of Phuket Sandbox, flights touched down in the Thai island from Israel, the UAE, Qatar, and Singapore.

Maui officials say the island is slammed with tourists, and now they're rushing to implement a higher tax on accommodations.

Resorts World has partnered with brands like Hilton, cryptocurrency platform Gemini, Grubhub, and Kardashian-Jenner family's Kardashian Kloset.

Disneyland's Jungle Cruise will reopen on July 16 after the park removed racially offensive depictions of Indigenous people from the ride.

Travel to Hawaii is already surpassing 2019 levels as locals and businesses begin to feel the strain of over-tourism again.

Some local businesses aren't fully prepared for this massive influx of tourists yet, the mayor's office told told Hawaii News Now.

With its vaccination drive running smoothly, Guam has launched a vaccination and vacation program it calls "Air V&V" to attract tourists.

Carnival has launched its first US-departing cruise since the pandemic halted operations. Vista is set to visit spots including Roatán and Cozumel.

"A server tripped and spilled some wine in the restaurant and started crying. You can tell they're on edge," Halee Whiting, 32, says about her trip.

Thailand's reopening of Phuket is a big moment for tourism in Southeast Asia, where most countries are still monitoring borders closely.

Historians say racial unrest could challenge museums to confront America's true history, and that presents opportunity for Black-owned businesses.

If you're traveling the world, you might want to take a few pointers from professional travelers: diplomats.

A woman tweeted a picture of bartender Max Gutierrez, who later identified himself, holding the discreet note that she says helped her and a friend.

The 27 EU member states, including France, Italy, and Germany, agreed to allow nonessential travel from the US.

Phuket Sandbox, which is just 13 days away from its slated launch, presents very different realities for international travelers and Thai citizens.

As parts of the world open up, some people are ready to travel. Here's what to know about country reopenings, safety, and vaccine passports.

Around 35 million tourists flocked to Tibet, a politically sensitive region, last year. Experts warn this could damage Tibet's culture and traditions.

The "Phuket Sandbox" scheme is designed to draw 129,000 vaccinated tourists into Thailand by the end of September, no quarantine required.

The Hawaii Tourism Authority now recommends reserving a rental car before booking the rest of the trip.

The water levels of over 1,500 reservoirs in California are 50% lower than normal at this time of year.

Researcher Randy Olson found the ideal route around the 48 contiguous states. Olson calculated the shortest distances between 50 national landmarks.

Police near Barcelona retrieved the body of the man, who was 39, after two people reported a smell coming from the dinosaur statue, BBC News reported.

Experts told Insider they worry the $275 million plan will destroy the natural wonders that draw people there in the first place.

The bloc will lift its year-long restrictions on nonessential travel by visitors who have received approved shots, or from countries it deems "safe."

Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Steve Daines are asking the FTC to help Americans "recognize travel scams" to avoid being duped as they book vacations.

Cruising in US waters still remains in limbo, and cruise lines are constantly pushing back their return to sailing dates.

Both island nations are tightening restrictions - from closing schools to imposing curfews - but still allowing entry to international tourists.

A glass-bottomed bridge in China shattered and warped in 93-mph gusts, leaving one tourist clinging 330 feet in the air before he was rescued.

As the EU plans to welcome vaccinated tourists, Italy - and its gelato shops - could be popular spots. One bill could give the dessert a makeover.

People with and without masks packed the Great Wall of China over a holiday weekend after travel restrictions eased in the country.

While only about 11% of the population in Italy is fully vaccinated against COVID-19, all healthcare workers are required to get the shot.

Two to three years ago, rental cars in Hawaii were going for about $50 a day. Now, some rentals are going for over $500 a day, an expert said.

Alaska lost $3 billion when the 2020 cruising season was canceled in the face of the coronavirus pandemic, according to Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy.

Before my stay, I'd waved away words like "holistic" and "self care" for their crunchy-granola vagueness. But what did I have to lose by trying it?

Workers who don't get the vaccine must pay $15 for the on-site COVID-19 testing lab in Wynn Las Vegas, or go elsewhere for a free test.

Expedia partnered with Sherpa to create the new tool. Sherpa previously worked with companies like American Airlines for a similar program.

Norwegian has "ironclad" health protocols in place, Frank Del Rio, the company's president and CEO, told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Monday.

Several cruise lines - including Royal Caribbean and Virgin Voyages- have already mandated the COVID-19 vaccine for its guests, crew, or both.

The chief executive of Cobb Travel & Tourism told CNN that Major League Baseball's relocation will have huge financial implications and delay economic recovery.

A North Miami Beach official told Insider he has had several conversations with The Boring Company over the past month about building a tunnel.

Vacationers have been called out for taking "insensitive" trips during the pandemic. But some told Insider they think the criticism is unfair.

Royal Caribbean's announcement of "fully vaccinated" summer cruises have stirred up calls to boycott Royal Caribbean, but there's no mandate yet.

These new destinations encompass a wide variety of destinations, from the Caribbeans to mountains destinations like Bozeman, Montana.

People who've gotten the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine can travel, but the safer option is to wait until you're fully vaccinated.

Miami Beach, Florida's spring break crowds have become increasingly rowdy, leading to violence, arrests, and property damage, local officials report.

Sixthman's "festivals at sea" - including the Rock Boat - have been either selling out or selling "well," Anthony Diaz, CEO of Sixthman, told Insider.

Harvest Hosts members can stay overnight in their RVs at over 2,000 locations across the US, from wineries to golf courses.

Americans are wondering where they can travel right now, and United Airlines's handy map shows places that are open to travelers and restrictions.

"We cannot go back to the tourism model that existed prior to COVID-19," New Zealand Tourism Minister Stuart Nash said on Friday.

The Ultimate Escape UK sailings will be staycation for its passengers: only UK residents who've been vaccinated against COVID-19 will be allowed.

JetBlue flight attendants were asked to return to work a month early in anticipation of high travel demand, CNBC reported.

Crystal Cruises will be offering 32 seven-night trips starting from The Bahamas' Nassau or Bimini from July to October.

Kayak partnered with "Silicon Valley-backed" Life House to create the tech-forward hotel, which will officially open in April.

Kerzner International has unveiled its new fitness-focused Siro hotel brand as the wellness tourism industry grows.

The space hotel is taking reservations - but a three-day stay will cost around $5 million.

If humans could vacation on Mars, they could visit many epic sites like canyons deeper than the Grand Canyon and volcanoes taller than Mount Everest.

Oceania Cruises’ “Around the World in 180 Days” 2023 sailing just sold out in one day. Bob Binder, Oceania Cruises’ president and CEO, attributes its quick sale time to “pent-up demand.” Prices range from $US41,600 to $US155,600 for the cruise that hits 33 countries. Visit the Business section of Insider […]

Waldorf Astoria has unveiled its Ithaafushi private island in the Maldives. The island can be booked for $US75,000 a night for up to 24 guests. The hotel chain has another resort nearby, but wanted to unveil a private island for the “privileged few.” Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories. […]

Chip and Joanna Gaines’ new show, “Fixer Upper: Welcome Home,” premieres on January 29. In 2019, I went to Waco, Texas, where the “Fixer Upper” duo opened Magnolia Marketplace. Before the pandemic, tourists worldwide visited Waco to see the Silos and shop for home goods. As a former Texan, I […]