British Airways Jet Stays Grounded in Pittsburgh
A British Airways Boeing 787-8 has been stuck at Pittsburgh International Airport for more than 70 days after a ground vehicle collision damaged its underside.
Pittsburgh Travel News
This page covers transportation routes, tourism trends, accommodation updates and changes to visitor policies. Reporting follows both the experiences of travelers and the industry that supports them throughout the area.
Air Travel
TSA Finds Handgun in Pittsburgh Airport Carry-On
A passenger was charged with carrying a firearm without a license after a handgun was discovered at a security checkpoint.
National Parks
Live Poll
Do you think public money spent on city landmarks like this fountain is worth it?
Point State Park Fountain Shuts Down for Winter
Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources closed the Point State Park fountain for the season on November 1.
Adventure Travel
Duquesne Professor Mark Cantrell Died in Nepal Flooding
The 51-year-old educator passed away on August 26, 2026, while traveling through northern Nepal.
Travel Destinations
Live Poll
Does hosting major international sporting events in your area provide a meaningful boost to local culture?
French Influencers Promote Steelers Paris Game in Pittsburgh
Social media stars visit local landmarks to build hype for an upcoming NFL matchup in France.
Theme Parks
Live Poll
Do you believe self-guided audio tours are a good way to explore your community's local history?
Dark Drives Launches Self-Guided Pittsburgh Audio Tours
The web-based platform offers users six historical driving routes across Pittsburgh featuring narrated local folklore.
Regular subjects here include airline routes serving the region, shifts in seasonal tourism, hotel industry changes and regional visitor infrastructure. Coverage reaches across the city and into the surrounding communities that host major travel destinations. Seasonal variations in travel volume and major event scheduling drive the pace of the industry here. Air traffic capacity and regional road conditions are the two primary factors that shape the visitor experience year-round.