Travel and Leisure: Trending Stories from Fox News

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Here is the latest Travel News from Fox News.

SeaWorld tries appealing to shark conservationists with new partnership
The brand is hoping to change its image in the eyes of animal activists and visitors.

Pot limits for Colorado tourists could be on the way out
Colorado’s tourists would be able to buy as much marijuana as residents, if a bill moving through the state Legislature passes.

The end of lost luggage? Delta rolls out new bag tracking technology
Radio frequency identification has been around for some time but Delta will be the first airline to use it in this way.

Ferris wheel catches fire at new dinosaur theme park in Bangkok
No one was injured as one of the cars was set ablaze.

Animals get to use their own bathrooms at JFK airport
Little Simba couldn’t wait to check it out.

Totally awesome travel totes for mom that won’t break the bank
The all-important carry-all gets a major upgrade.

Dubai unveils plans for observation tower with terrifying glass walkway
You win Dubai. Your glass observation deck is indeed the most ridiculous.

American Airlines apologizes to musician for banning violin
Rachel Barton Pine was told by a flight attendant and captain of an American Eagle flight that she could not bring her 18th century violin on board.

United Airlines pilot surprises solider son by flying him home after deployment
The son was moved to tears by his father’s gesture.

Dance with holograms of Leonardo DiCaprio, Lady Gaga and more at Tokyo’s Madame Tussauds
You can waltz with Leo, pirouette to “Swan Lake” or join Beyonce on the disco floor.

Cruise line building ships with underwater lounges for whale watching
You’ll have a whale of a time aboard these innovative vessels.

5 exciting ways to explore West Hollywood
West Hollywood is crammed between Beverly Hills to the west, and Hollywood to the northeast.

Bird strike leaves large dent on jetliner’s nose
Officials say a Dallas-bound American Airlines flight returned to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport shortly after takeoff after a bird strike left a large dent on the jetliner’s nose.

10-year old girl sneaks through Moscow airport security, flies without ticket
Russian authorities are reviewing security procedures after the gaffe.

Stranded mother caught sobbing as cruise ship sails away with kids onboard
A dream vacation turned into a nightmare for one family.

Passenger goes into labor during flight, names baby after airline
People will never wonder where the baby boy was born.

America’s most luxurious pet-friendly hotels
These hotels have plenty of amenities for you and furry friends.

Spirit Airlines is the most hated airline in the US
The budget carrier improved its performance last year– but not enough.

Plane passengers arrested after attacking ground crew over delayed flight
The angry trio reportedly smashed a desk at one of the boarding gates after their demands to meet a supervisor were declined.

Disney World unveils ‘Frozen’ ride and midnight safari this summer
Disney’s highly anticipated summer attractions are set to open soon.

Airlines are getting better at not losing our luggage, says report
Maybe all those “baggage handlers behaving badly” virals videos are having an impact.

5 questions you need to ask before booking your next flight
Inundated with airline info? How to find the best itinerary for your needs.

How to get unlimited flights for a month
You can fly for one flat rate through a new app.

The worst TSA checkpoints in the US
Go through this list before you book your next flight.

Disney, Universal report injuries and illnesses in parks this year
Theme parks report incidents to the state of Florida each quarter to avoid inspections.

Passenger’s suicide attempt thwarted by crew during Cathay Pacific flight
A passenger reportedly tried to slash his own throat in the plane’s restroom.

Japan cat cafe closed over animal welfare issues
Neko no Te has been barred from displaying or housing cats for 30 days.

Tour the world’s most luxurious submarine superyacht
The Migaloo Private Submersible Yacht can include helipads, movie theaters, and swimming pools, yet adheres to strict safety codes designed by the U.S. Navy.

Will virtual reality porn catch on at Las Vegas hotels?
The future of after hours hotel entertainment could be a lot more graphic.

Scared of Zika? Plan a summer adventure close to home
From Zika virus to increased terrorism threats worldwide, international travel may be too difficult for a family vacation.

Kuwait to test tourists’ DNA before letting them into the country
Kuwait is taking homeland security to new heights — or, as some see it — new lows.

Passengers forced to stay overnight inside plane at Indian airport
Is this every flier’s worse nightmare?

Guggenheim Museum to display fully functional gold toilet
The 18-karat solid gold toilet is the work of Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan.

TripAdvisor names the best islands in the US
Need a tropical getaway but don’t want to leave the country?

Japan to open world’s fifth tallest Ferris wheel with transparent floors
Seriously, don’t look down.

Four-month-old baby dies during Cathay Pacific flight from London to Hong Kong
The tragedy occurred on Sunday.

Will American tourists ruin Cuba?
Exploring the impact of the sudden influx of American visitors and Cuba’s history and culture.

Visit J.K. Rowling’s famous Edinburgh haunts
Take the kids on a Scottish getaway they’ll never forget.

Animal activists outraged over planned Arizona dolphin exhibit
Animal rights groups say the new exhibit isn’t big enough to house the aquatic mammals.

Black women booted from Napa Valley wine settle racial discrimination suit
The women sought $11 million in damages.

Multimillion dollar superyachts are going up in flames
For the superrich, their ‘luxe’ running out.

Arabic-speaking student says he was victim of Islamophobia
A college student and Iraqi refugee yanked from a Southwest Airlines flight after mentioning a terrorist group’s name during a phone conversation in Arabic said Monday he was degraded and humiliated and wants a public apology.

Hong Kong’s Tiananmen Museum faces closure over legal dispute
The pro-democracy group behind the exhibit said it has decided to look for another space.

Disney World to open bar inside the Hollywood Tower of Terror
The attraction will be one of the few places in the theme park to offer alcoholic beverages.

Carnival officials: We won’t sail to Cuba until Cuban-born Americans can cruise
The cruise company is fighting back against Cuban government restrictions.

Florida’s best beaches
With miles and miles of sandy shore, Florida has the perfect beach to fit your vacation dreams.

‘Invisible’ trains coming to Japan in 2018
The high-speed trains will be designed to blend into the landscape.

Delta drops fee for tickets bought on phone and at airports
It’s one of the most hated airline fees.

American Airlines speaks out against long, ‘unacceptable’ TSA lines
The lines to get through Transportation Security Administration checkpoints are getting longer– and there’s no end in sight.

Bird strike causes plane to make emergency landing
Officials say a plane flying from New York to Tennessee made an emergency landing in West Virginia after striking a bird.

Disney Cruise Line to sail new summer itineraries for 2017
Book your next cruise vacation now.

Hawaii to crack down on beach campsite rentals on Airbnb
Online brokers are offering up tents to tourists on the islands’ world-class beaches and public parks.

Former Kentucky amusement park up for auction
The site will be auctioned off next week.

Man stuffs 18 live birds in pants, attempts to smuggle them through customs
The live birds were found encased in pouches with their heads and tails exposed.

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