'Dirty Myrtle' is now the hottest US metro for seniors

Myrtle Beach has become the fastest-growing U.S. metro area for people 65 and older, driven by climate, low taxes, and remote work trends. The senior population now makes up over a quarter of its residents.

Tourism in DC hits historic highs, driving economic recovery

Tourism in Washington, D.C. has made a remarkable recovery post-pandemic, significantly boosting the local economy. 

Search intensifies for Italy tourist who carved name in Colosseum

Italy’s culture and tourism ministers have vowed to find and punish a tourist who was filmed carving his name and that of his apparent girlfriend in the wall of the Colosseum in Rome, a crime that resulted in hefty fines in the past.

Officials announce strategies to increase tourism in DC

D.C. leaders are hoping to increase tourism in the District. Destination D.C. (DDC), the official destination marketing organization for the city, announced strategies on Wednesday to bring more tourism to the city.

Upgrades to Tidal Basin coming soon

The cherry blossoms have come and gone from the Tidal Basin and some heavy-duty equipment is on its way to the area.

DC among most desired travel destinations for 2021 as COVID restrictions loosen

Washington, D.C. has once again ranked among "the most desired domestic destinations" during 2021, according to AAA. The ranking comes as COVID-19 restrictions in the District begin to loosen and more Americans become vaccinated.

Outer Banks tourist ban brings surge of seashells to beaches

Since the coronavirus pandemic began, seashells began piling up at the Outer Banks in North Carolina as tourists are banned from the beaches.

Newseum set to close by the end of the year

The Newseum is set to close at the end of December after being open for more than 11 years, the interactive museum announced Tuesday. 

First hotel in space set to open in 2025 with cruise ship amenities and out-of-this-world views

Much like taking the family on a cruise or a trip to visit Mickey Mouse at Disney World, one California company believes that going to space will eventually become just another vacation option.

'Virginia is for Lovers:' Will current scandals impact tourism?
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The New York Post?s cover ?Virginia is for Losers? quickly spread on social media fueling the narrative about the scandals surrounding the state?s top leaders. Now, there?s growing concern the play on the decades' old state motto may cause tourists to think twice.