Dec 2nd, 2008 · The U.S. Capitol Visitor Center formally opens to tourists Tuesday. At 580,000 square feet, it's the largest project in the Capitol's 215-year history. It was originally scheduled to open almost four years ago, and the $621 million price tag is double the initial estimate.
Dec 1st, 2008 · Leopold Cafe, a popular stop for Western tourists in Mumbai, India, was attacked last Wednesday by gunmen. But the cafe has reopened for business and many customers turned out. Farhang Jehani, a co-owner of Leopold Cafe, says they are trying to show to the world that "nothing can stop Mumbai."
Dec 1st, 2008 · Tensions are rising between pro-government and anti-government groups in Thailand as the country's major airports remain closed, leaving tourists and travelers stranded. Police have been authorized to disperse the anti-government protesters, but so far they haven't.
Nov 28th, 2008 · Gunmen in Mumbai are thought to still be holding a number of foreign hostages. Indian commandos have been trading fire with the attackers. On Wednesday, gunmen armed with assault rifles and grenades fanned out across Mumbai and attacked popular tourist sites, including the city's top two luxury hotels.
Nov 27th, 2008 · A day after teams of gunmen attacked at least 10 sites frequented by Western tourists and wealthy Indians in Mumbai, India's commercial center, government commandos were still hunting down the attackers. An Indian general said that about 10 to 12 well-armed men were still holding out. At least 119 were killed and 288 were wounded
Nov 26th, 2008 · Shootings were reported in a number of areas of the city, including two luxury hotels, a tourist attraction and a train station. One police officer says up to 90 may be wounded.
Nov 21st, 2008 · The world's first "zero-star hotel" recently opened its single cement door to tourists. Though the aesthetic in the converted bunker may be stark, it's conceived as a social place. And in case of nuclear disaster, guests should be safe.
Oct 13th, 2008 · Tourists on a tight budget in Switzerland may soon have the option of sleeping in the world's first "zero-star hotel" — a converted nuclear bunker. If the local town approves, for a less than $13-a-night, guests will have the chance to hunker down in the bunker. It's windowless, but it does have real hotel duvets. And, in case of emergency, the hotel can be converted back to a nuclear bunker within 24 hours.