Some families return to Maui after fire
Some Lahaina residents return to Maui after the devastating fire that overtook the island. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are allowing re-entry to some of those burned zones. Residents returning have to wear protective gear to sift through the rubble to find any personal belongings.
Hollywood Walk of Fame is worst tourist spot
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is named the worst tourist spot. The list is based off of Google reviews of certain tourist areas around the world.
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.
Strong summer outlook for Minnesota tourism
Officials say Minnesota is seeing some rising demand for summer travel in the state.
Minneapolis' new campaign encourages people to see what fuss is about
Meet Minneapolis' new campaign encourages travelers to "See what all the fuss is about" as the City of Minneapolis works to fight the narrative that Minneapolis is a "ghost town."
Winter weather: North Shore tourism industry rejoicing
Residents in northern Minnesota could be without power for days as the area got more than a foot of snow. While the winter storm has caused headaches, the tourism industry in northeastern Minnesota is rejoicing as much of the economy relies on winter weather.
Hot, dry weather causes low water levels on Prior Lake
With temperatures rising, lake levels haven't impacted operations at Charlie's on Prior in Prior Lake so far, but dock crews are still checking the water daily - worrying what might happen if it keeps getting lower.
Historic flooding seen at Voyageurs National Park
A large tourist destination for outdoor recreationists is struggling with flooding after a spring that’s seen lots of rain.
Watch video of first cruise ship in nearly 10 years arriving in Duluth Harbor
Duluth Harbor welcomed its first cruise ship in 10 years when the 665-foot-long Viking Octantis arrived Monday morning.
Plans this summer? Tourism expected to rebound throughout Minnesota
After two down years due to travel restrictions and COVID-19 infections, tourism in Minnesota is expected to rebound this summer – good news for restaurant and resort owners.
MSP airport prepares to welcome international travelers again
After 20 long months, the U.S. will re-open to international travelers Monday. Non-U.S. citizens will be allowed to come to America for the first time since the start of the pandemic, as long as they show proof of vaccination.
US international travel ban is ending
After 20 long months, international tourism is coming back to the United States.
After MN tourism revenue is cut in half in 2020, experts expect busy summer
After taking a hard hit in 2020, Minnesota's tourism industry is expecting a big comeback this summer.
Minnesota announces $1 million in 'crisis grants' for tourism industry promotion
The state of Minnesota announced $1 million in grants to help the tourism industry survive the pandemic.
A trip to the North Shore: Businesses relieved to start welcoming back visitors
After a very slow spring, North Shore businesses are relieved to see visitors returning to their summertime favorites. Visit Duluth CEO Anna Tanski joined the Fox 9 Morning News to talk about how the tourism industry is doing amid the pandemic.
Minnesota tourism survey: Majority plan to travel again, but closer to home
A new survey shows people in the Minnesota area are ready to travel again this summer and fall.
Cragun's 'losing optimism' for the summer with stay-at-home order
Cragun's Resort is losing optimism about the summer vacation season and the economic fallout from the coronavirus will be "an anchor" on the Brainerd resort for years to come, Cragun's general manager said.
Minnesota tourism takes a hit amid stay-at-home order
In week two of a statewide stay-at-home order, Minnesota’s tourism industry is reeling.