Space tourism becoming possibility after Blue Origin, Virgin Galactic launch into space
There's a lot of excitement about the possibility of space tourism after Amazon's Jeff Bezos Blue Origin launch, and Richard Branson's launch in the Virgin Galactic. FOX 10's Ty Brennan speaks with ASU professor Jim Bell to learn more about space tourism.
Passport wait times top 3 months, State Department says
The State Department says the wait for a passport is now between 12 weeks and 18 weeks, even if you pay for expedited processing.
Ducey uses federal pandemic cash to promote Arizona tourism
The Visit Arizona Initiative will use the American Rescue Plan money to help the tourism sector of the state’s economy to prosper and “continue to recover from the effects of the pandemic,” Doug said in a statement.
US extends travel restrictions at Canada, Mexico borders through July 21
The U.S. extended restrictions with Canada and Mexico land borders on non-essential travel through July 21 amid the ongoing effort to limit COVID-19.
Despite high Arizona heat, tourists continue to flock to the Valley
Summer is typically a slow season for tourism in the Phoenix metro area, but not this year. FOX 10's Linda Williams reports.
Tourism closure extended on Havasupai tribal land known for waterfalls
The Havasupai reservation is renowned for its blue-green waterfalls that draw tourists from around the world.
Disneyland Resort to reopen to out-of-state visitors beginning June 15
As the state of California continues to reopen from the COVID-19 pandemic, Disneyland Resort announced Wednesday that they will reopen the park to out-of-state guests beginning June 15.
United offering rewards members chance to win free flights for a year with COVID-19 vaccine card
United Airlines will be offering new and old MileagePlus members a chance to win free flights for a year with proof of a valid COVID-19 vaccine card.
Norwegian Cruise Line announces plan for U.S. return to cruising
The cruise line also stated that the restart of cruising in the U.S. is dependent on receiving a ‘Conditional Sailing Certificate’ from the CDC.
Disney World offering discounts to teachers and first responders who stay here this summer
Hotels at Disney Springs have ‘Teacher Appreciation’ and ‘First Responders’ Rates’ until July 14
The Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale hiring for dozens of jobs
The Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale is looking to fill about 80 positions as they gear up for a busy travel season. FOX 10's Bailey Miller reports.
Yosemite National Park to limit summer visitors amid ongoing pandemic
Yosemite National Park will require advanced reservations for day visitors during the peak summer season to limit the number of visitors and allow social distancing amid the pandemic.
Businesses near U.S.-Mexico border struggle with boundaries’ closure
In border towns across the U.S., small businesses are reeling from the economic fallout of the partial closure of North America’s international boundaries.
Carnival CEO predicts 'most, if not all' of cruise fleet will return to seas this year
2 Carnival-owned cruise lines set to resume operations next month
Boeing 737 Max back in the air for commercial flights 2 years after deadly crashes
Commercial flights with Boeing 737 Max jetliners resumed Wednesday for the first time since they were grounded worldwide following two deadly accidents nearly two years ago.
Super Nintendo World opening in February with interactive Mario Kart ride
The park’s flagship experiences will be an interactive Mario Kart rollercoaster inside Bowser’s castle, where guests will wear augmented reality headsets and race through iconic Mario Kart courses.
TSA on Wednesday screened the highest number of travelers in one day since the pandemic began
While the overall number of travelers is still down, the TSA still reported a massive spike in the number of people passing through airports.
Disney World to bring back park hopping starting January 1
Walt Disney World will allow park hopping once again starting on Jan.1, 2021.
It'll be 'years' before pre-COVID tourism numbers return, cities project
Cities expect for it to take years before tourism returns to pre-pandemic levels.
Tourists can visit Titanic wreckage for $125G starting in 2021
OceanGate Expeditions is bringing “citizen scientists” on a series of undersea missions to document the wreckage of the Titanic, according to a press release.