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West Coast cruises to Hawaii on the rise
Monday, February 6, 2012 7:53:09 AM CST
As fans of Hawaii well know, the islands are great place to chill out, de-stress and generally slow down. These days, though, more people are doing so before they even arrive.
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The world’s weirdest restaurants
Sunday, February 5, 2012 11:13:44 AM CST
How about eating while seated atop a toilet? Or ditch the utensils and eat medieval. A restaurant can create an ambience to suit different tastes.
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Dig in! Hotels you don't have to leave for fine food
Sunday, February 5, 2012 11:01:06 AM CST
One food trend for 2012 could mean you don't have to leave your nice hotel to find a superb meal.
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How to save money on food when you travel
Sunday, February 5, 2012 11:07:49 AM CST
If you're willing to map out an eating plan that includes buying provisions at grocery stores and following some of our other tips, you can save a good chunk of change on your travels, and still eat well.
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Controlling your kids at sea
Monday, February 6, 2012 7:53:09 AM CST
While cruise lines can set and should enforce policies, it's a parent's responsibility to ensure his or her children are aware of -- and abide by -- the rules.
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The best cruise ships for kids
Monday, February 6, 2012 7:53:09 AM CST
Cruises pack in extra value for families — most of the larger ships offer free kids' activities, lavish playrooms with computer games and toys galore, and family-friendly diversions like waterslides, miniature golf courses, and rock-climbing walls.
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Travel photo of the day: Camel crossing in Jordan
Monday, February 6, 2012 11:00:35 AM CST
Some of the best travel photos are taken in transit. Such is the case for Michael Friel, who submitted this picture of camels crossing the Jordan desert in November 2010.
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Paris airports downplay early impact of strike
Monday, February 6, 2012 10:49:02 AM CST
Air France and other airlines have so far limited the damage on Monday from a strike by aviation industry workers by canceling or rescheduling at least 100 flights in advance, Paris aviation officials said.
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Venice rebels against cruise ship intrusions
Sunday, February 5, 2012 11:59:26 AM CST
The fatal grounding of the Costa Concordia off the Tuscan coast has sharpened the focus on the largely unchecked boom of these ever-larger luxury liners, and nowhere more so than in Venice.
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Service set for Minn. couple missing in ship wreck
Sunday, February 5, 2012 6:45:45 PM CST
A memorial Mass has been scheduled for a Minnesota couple who are missing in the Italian cruise ship disaster, their family announced Sunday.
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Plug in at America's techiest cities
Saturday, February 4, 2012 10:44:39 AM CST
High-tech havens Seattle and San Francisco, the two highest ranked cities on the list, support such high-tech heavyweights as Amazon, Microsoft and Apple.
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High-tech bling for the deep-pocketed traveler
Saturday, February 4, 2012 10:57:19 AM CST
There’s plenty of high-tech stuff that can make trips more enjoyable and relaxing. The tough part is choosing and paying for it.
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Hundreds of cruise passengers hit with stomach illness
Saturday, February 4, 2012 1:43:08 PM CST
Princess Cruises has announced delayed embarkation times for the next sailings of Crown Princess and Ruby Princess, following an increased number of suspected Norovirus cases on each of the ships' current voyages.
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US tourist dies while diving in Cayman Islands
Saturday, February 4, 2012 12:29:32 PM CST
Police in the Cayman Islands say a 47-year-old U.S. tourist has died while scuba diving off popular North West Point in Grand Cayman.
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Celebrate winter in Idaho at a Polar Bear Float
Friday, February 3, 2012 7:58:59 AM CST
Head to the small town outside Pocatello this weekend, get yourself an inner tube and join the other adventurous spirits competing in the annual Polar Bear Float on the chilly waters of the Portneuf River.
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'Portraits from Denali' captures raw emotion
Friday, February 3, 2012 7:58:59 AM CST
So, you think your last trip was exhausting? Trust us, if you want to know what exhausted truly looks like, check out "After: Portraits from Denali," a new photographic exhibit on display at the Anchorage Museum Feb. 3–April 15.
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Winter survival app helps ditched drivers
Friday, February 3, 2012 7:58:59 AM CST
Making the wrong decision in a winter driving emergency can have deadly consequences. Here's how to make sure you're prepared.
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Report: Climate of 'mistrust' in air marshal program
Friday, February 3, 2012 3:10:20 PM CST
The Federal Air Marshal program is rife with acrimony between supervisors and air marshals, creating a climate of "tension, mistrust, and dislike," according to a report due to be released next week.
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KLM wants air travelers to get social in the sky
Friday, February 3, 2012 3:45:15 PM CST
KLM has launched a new social networking program that allows passengers to link their flight reservations with their Facebook or LinkedIn profiles and find out who else is on their flight.
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Search on for missing cruise passenger near Mexico
Friday, February 3, 2012 11:22:13 AM CST
A search is under way in waters near Mexico for a British cruise ship passenger who apparently went overboard.
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Travel photo of the day: Autumn day at the Old Mill
Friday, February 3, 2012 2:53:32 PM CST
Randy Clegg shared this photo of the Old Mill at Berry College, a small university near Rome, Ga.
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America's most romantic hotels
Friday, February 3, 2012 1:09:57 PM CST
With Valentine’s Day looming and no end to winter in sight, who doesn’t dream of stealing away on vacation?
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Starwood ups the ante for its most loyal guests
Friday, February 3, 2012 12:08:41 PM CST
Acknowledging its most loyal customers, Starwood Hotels and Resorts this week announced enhancements to its Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) loyalty program.
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Need a passport? It'll cost you more
Friday, February 3, 2012 7:58:59 AM CST
Planning an international trip? For Americans who still need to obtain a passport, or renew an existing one, the cost is going up.
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Buckle up: Spooky '7500' prepares for take-off
Thursday, February 2, 2012 2:19:29 PM CST
Think your last flight was a nightmare? If the just-released trailer for the upcoming movie “7500” is any indication, you should probably count your blessings.
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It's a Snap: Travel photos from around the world
Thursday, February 2, 2012 11:58:27 AM CST
Our readers have submitted some inspiring photos from around the world. Scroll through the gorgeous set of images and vote for your favorite.
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TSA to Super Bowl fans: air horns don't fly
Friday, February 3, 2012 1:52:06 PM CST
If you’re flying to or from Indianapolis for Super Bowl XLVI this weekend, the TSA has some advice for you. Packing for the game? TSA blogger Bob Burns lists some popular game-day items that won’t fly.