News for Jetsetters

Travelers seeking authentic Cuban-American cuisine and culture will soon have a vibrant new reason to visit the Las Vegas Strip. On [Dec. 28, 2024], Miami’s celebrated Havana 1957 and Cortadito Coffee House will open their doors at [Flamingo Las Vegas, 3555 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89109], offering visitors a taste of 1950s Havana right in the heart of the desert.

Travelers seeking luxury accommodations on the Las Vegas Strip can now experience the newly introduced W Las Vegas, as it officially opens today within the [Mandalay Bay campus, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89119]. The 1,117-suite tower, a celebrated landmark, transitions into the globally recognized W Hotels brand, offering Marriott Bonvoy members the chance to earn and redeem points at this vibrant, all-suite destination.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a groundbreaking rule to ban hidden “junk fees” in the hospitality and live events industries, a significant move aimed at improving pricing transparency for consumers. This rule targets mandatory charges like hotel resort fees and ticket service fees, which are often tacked on at checkout, leaving customers frustrated with higher-than-expected costs.

As the travel landscape evolves and the holiday rush winds down, a new consumer survey from Go City, released [Dec. 12, 2024], highlights the challenges frequent travelers face when planning trips for 2025. The world’s leading sightseeing and attraction pass brand, which polled 2,000 U.S. residents who travel at least three times per year, found that affordability and strategic planning remain top concerns.

Six tourists were hospitalized after consuming piña coladas at a five-star resort in Fiji, sparking concerns over the safety of beverages served at the venue. The incident, which occurred on December 14, 2024, affected a group of international travelers, including four Australians, one American, and two foreign nationals living in Fiji.