Canadian tourism impacting Washington businesses
Tourism officials are concerned as Washington state's tourism industry is feeling the pinch from a significant drop in Canadian visitors. Visit Seattle Senior Vice President Michael Woody discussed the impacts of the decline, which is hitting businesses from retail to hospitality.
Bellingham Businesses Struggle as Canadian Tourism Slumps
A new survey from the Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce illustrates ballooning concerns for some local businesses dependent on Canadian shoppers. More than half of the sixty businesses surveyed say they’ve been directly impacted by a drop in cross-border travel — and some say they may not survive without a rebound.
'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.
'Open Arms for Canada' discount offered to Canadian tourists in Seattle this weekend
Canadian tourists vising Seattle for the Toronto Blue Jays series will get a roughly a 30% discount at select restaurants and businesses this weekend.
Hurricane Helene recovery efforts impacting Tennessee tourism
7 months after a devastating hurricane, recovery efforts are still effecting Tennessee tourism heading into their busy season.
Hawaii's Tourism Rebound: Embracing Culture and Nature
Hawaii tourism is on the rise! After years of struggle, traveler numbers are finally up. Our travel expert Gabe Saglie is live from the Big Island with the latest scoop.
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.
Seattle hotel workers strike on Labor Day, seeking fair wages and staffing
Thousands of hotel workers across the United States are on strike this Labor Day, including those in Seattle, following stalled contract negotiations with major chains Hilton, Hyatt, and Marriott.
Notre Dame's 5-year restoration nearly complete in Paris
On April 15, 2019 the iconic and holy tourist site of the Notre Dame Cathedral burned badly during a renovation project. Now, after years of setback and old-world technique building, the church is getting closer to reopening.
Pike Place Market celebrates 117th birthday | FOX 13 Seattle
The world famous Pike Place Market in Seattle opened on August 17, 1907. Today, we talk with people about the impact on our city's local culture and identity.
The 2024 Seattle cruise season is underway
If you're a passenger who is planning to embark on an adventure this season or just want to plan ahead for crowds along the waterfront and downtown Seattle, here's what to expect.
SCC to discuss new hotel fee to boost tourism
The Seattle City Council Committee will be discussing increasing how much money the tourism board makes on hotel occupancy after record-breaking weekends over the summer.
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.
Bellingham grants aim to promote tourism, boost economic recovery post-pandemic
Tourism in Whatcom County is struggling to make up for lost revenue from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Despite Canada's land border opening to Americans next week, marine border is not
Starting Monday fully vaccinated Americans will be able to cross into Canada for non-essential travel by land, but not by sea.
Downtown Seattle booming with visitors on first day of Washington state's full reopening
Social distancing is no longer a thing, at least not at some of the most popular tourist sites in downtown Seattle.
Hospitality industry faces labor shortage as COVID-19 fears linger
As states and cities reopen and ease pandemic-induced restrictions, the hospitality industry is having trouble keeping up with the customer influx due to a lack of workers.
Washington hotel owners worry about foreclosures without government help
Some hotel and motel owners in Washington state say they are worried about foreclosures.
Pumpkin patches, corn mazes can open in more counties under new guidelines
Gov. Jay Inslee released new guidelines for agritourism businesses on Monday, allowing businesses such as pumpkin patches, corn mazes, Christmas tree farms and berry farms to operate in councties under modified Phase 1, Phase 2, or Phase 3 of the state's reopening plan.