tourism

The state legislation would allow cities and counties to tax the rentals to fund affordable housing.

Edmonds, Wash.-based travel writer and TV host Rick Steves understands why some Americans may hesitate to travel these days. But according to Steves, it's more important than ever.

On average, more than 20% fewer Canadians are crossing into the U.S. this year compared to last.

Foot traffic in Seattle's Chinatown-International District hasn't fully recovered from the pandemic. Some say more transit options and events like the World Cup will help.

The Pierce County tourist town lost access to northwest portions of Mount Rainier National Park in April after a 104-year-old bridge was abruptly shut down by the state.

Alliance for Pioneer Square has hired a sports economy coordinator to help prepare neighborhood businesses for the 2026 World Cup, which starts next June.

With the Toronto Blue Jays in town, businesses offered a significant discount to Canadians in an effort to lure more of them to the region following a sharp decline in visits.

The National Park Service is seeking public comments on the pilot program until Sept. 15.

Long-simmering tensions over the Alaskan capital's tourism boom are coming to a head over a new voter initiative aimed at giving residents a respite from the influx.

A record number of cruise passengers are expected this year in Alaska's capital, drawn by wonders such as the long-retreating Mendenhall Glacier. But the glacier is receding so quickly that by 2050, it might no longer be visible from the visitor center it once loomed outside.