Baja California confirms tourist tax for 2026
The fee applies to all international travelers over the age of 12 entering the state (including Los Cabos and La Paz).
California's new mega-casino is officially open: What to know
The Hard Rock Casino Tejon features a 150,000-square-foot gaming floor with over 2,000 slot machines and more than 50 table games.
White House resuming public tours in December
Public tours of the White House will resume in December, offering the chance for visitors to see the People’s House decorated for the holiday season.
Touchdown Thailand! LAX resumes service to Bangkok after decade-long break
United Airlines has resumed daily flight service between Los Angeles and Bangkok via Hong Kong after an 11-year hiatus, strengthening tourism ties and catering to the growing U.S. travel market in Thailand.
LA Mayor Bass, city leaders break ground on LA Convention center expansion
Bass said the start of this project marks an important milestone to help revitalize downtown LA as a vibrant hub of economic, cultural and civic life.
Bally's Las Vegas to transform into luxury resort with A's ballpark
The "integrated resort" will surround the Athletics' MLB ballpark with luxury hotel towers, a casino, and retail, dining, and entertainment options.
Las Vegas launches 'Fabulous 5-Day Sale': See the deals
A new five-day sale for Las Vegas resorts and attractions has begun as part of an effort to combat a recent tourism slump.
The price of the perfect selfie: How a viral video exposed Beverly Hills' riskiest photo hotspot
A viral social media video is shining a spotlight on a dangerous trend in Beverly Hills, where tourists risk their safety—and the public's—by stepping into the middle of a busy street for the perfect photo.
Vandalism leaves LA's Sixth Street Bridge in the dark ahead of World Cup, Olympics
The widespread copper theft and graffiti have left the bridge unlit, frustrating residents who feel unsafe and see it as a waste of taxpayer money.
Ultra-rich tourists already booking luxury LA mansions ahead of 2028 Olympics: report
Rental companies are reporting that prime properties are being booked for months at a time, with prices already 40% higher than normal and expected to rise further.
'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.
Hawaii raises hotel and cruise taxes to fund climate response: What travelers should know
Hawaii just passed a new law increasing hotel and cruise taxes to fund climate and wildfire prevention. Here’s what it means for visitors.
Final approval given for wage increase for LA hotel, airport workers
The wage hike, starting at $22.50/hour in July, also includes a new healthcare payment.
Wage increase for LA tourism workers gets preliminary approval
Elected officials have preliminarily approved a proposal to raise the minimum wage for hotel and airport workers to $22.50 an hour beginning in July, followed by a $2.50 increase over three years.
California is #1 tourism destination in US, data shows
In 2024, visitors spent $157.3 billion across California, supporting 1.2 million jobs and creating 24,000 new jobs.
Demolition of Long Beach's Old English Village near Queen Mary begins
The English Village, located at Queens Highway and Windsor Way, once housed an Old English-themed shopping center and was a popular tourist attraction.
Nearly 100 on board Royal Caribbean cruise that left Tampa sick with gastrointestinal illness: CDC
Royal Caribbean’s Western Caribbean Cruise promised vacationers the chance to hike Mayan ruins in Mexico and swim in the waters of Grand Cayman.
Visiting China for the Global Youth Conference
Hundreds of people from all over the U.S. accepted an invitation to visit Beijing and the province of Shandong. Among them was FOX 11's very own Susan Hirasuna.
This California hotel is best in US, according to TripAdvisor
According to TripAdvisor, out of the 8 million listings on the website, fewer than 1% achieve this milestone.
'Yellowstone' and 'The White Lotus' inspiring luxe summer vacations, 'set-jetting' trend
The "set-jetting" trend is when travelers choose their destinations based on their favorite TV shows or movies.