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CNN.com - Travel Updated : What hotels will do for a good review At a time when properties from the largest chains to bed-and-breakfasts are engaging in a practice known as reputation management, the latest tools of the trade are you, their guests. Publ.Date : Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:33:06 EDT CDC makes no-sail recommendation for cruise ship The Centers for Disease Control is making a no-sail recommendation for at least four full days for the Celebrity Mercury cruise ship to investigate recurring outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness, a CDC spokesman said Monday. Publ.Date : Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:07:52 EDT Pilots who overflew airport drop attempt to keep licenses The Northwest Airlines pilots who lost their licenses after overflying their Minneapolis destination last year have dropped their appeal, the Federal Aviation Administration said Monday. Publ.Date : Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:44:47 EDT Hemingway's home gets literary honor The Key West, Florida, home where Ernest Hemingway lived and wrote for nearly a decade was designated a Literary Landmark on Sunday. Publ.Date : Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:28:39 EDT Continental cuts back on free food Continental Airlines will discontinue offering free food to economy-class passengers on the majority of its domestic flights in the United States and Canada and on flights to some leisure destinations in Latin America and the Caribbean, the airline announced Monday. Publ.Date : Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:33:11 EDT Paperless boarding takes off at United More air travelers may soon be scanning their smartphones instead of paper slips at airport gates. Publ.Date : Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:18:51 EDT A last winter hurrah If your kids were mesmerized by the Winter Olympics and clamoring for a snowy getaway, it's not too late, or too expensive. Publ.Date : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:16:56 EST FAA urges $787,500 in fines for American Airlines The Federal Aviation Administration on Friday proposed $787,500 in fines against American Airlines for maintenance violations. Publ.Date : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:28:13 EST What's new in Great Britain and Ireland A key to experiencing Great Britain and Ireland smartly in 2010 is to embrace them not as "ye olde" destinations but as modern ones. Publ.Date : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:02:00 EST Good airline fees? Some are worth it It's no secret the airline industry wants you to pay extra for everything. Publ.Date : Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:55:59 EST RSS Feed Reader Increase Website Traffic

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USATODAY.com Travel - Top Stories 03/16/2010 02:00 AM Traveling with the Stars: Toni Collette Australian actress Toni Collette won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Tara Gregson on Showtime's United States ... 03/16/2010 02:00 AM Hemingway's Key West home named a literary landmark Hemingway, who lived in the Spanish-colonial home with his second wife Pauline and their two sons, owned the property until his ... 03/16/2010 01:42 AM Compensation doubles for Alaska Air CEO from 2008 to 2009 The chairman and chief executive officer of Alaska Air Group Inc., William S. Ayer, saw his total compensation in 2009 more than ... 03/15/2010 11:12 PM Airlines roll out amenities to lure elite fliers back Industry analysts are predicting an uptick in corporate travel, so the battle for premium-paying passengers is heating up. 03/15/2010 02:00 PM California considers mandatory ski helmet laws Two bills introduced by Democratic lawmakers from Northern California would require minors to wear a helmet while skiing or snowboarding. ... 03/15/2010 02:00 PM Nude performers cause a stir at New York museum A new exhibit at The Museum of Modern Art is causing discomfort among some visitors by bringing them close to nude performers. 03/15/2010 01:35 PM Pilots who overshot airport reach deal with FAA Two Northwest Airlines pilots who overshot the Minneapolis airport have agreed not to fight the revocations of their licenses ... 03/15/2010 06:26 PM Continental Airlines drops free meals for coach fliers Continental Airlines, the USA's fifth-largest carrier, says it will begin charging domestic coach passengers for food and snacks ... 03/15/2010 02:00 AM Van Gogh's 'The Bedroom' to be on virtual view during restoration One of Vincent van Gogh's most famous paintings has been taken away for restoration, but art lovers don't have to miss it. 03/15/2010 02:00 AM Australian cabbie to take tourists on a 4,000-mile drive Doug Slater won the most votes in an online poll and will ferry passengers to the top 11 tourist sites in Western Australia . Top Of USA Today Section

Today in the Sky - USATODAY.com 03/16/2010 04:42 AM Airport Check-in: Traffic falls at most U.S. airports From USA TODAY's Airport Check-in column: New government data confirm yet again that 2009 was a year that airports would rather forget. Of the ... 03/16/2010 01:31 AM Sun Country announces service to London from Minneapolis/St. Paul Sun Country Airlines, a small Minnesota-based leisure carrier, is set to add trans-Atlantic service to its route network. Beginning June 11, ... 03/15/2010 11:50 AM 'Overshot pilots' agree to give up licenses, NBC reports UPDATE (2:50 p.m. ET on Monday, March 15): NBC updates its story to say that "the Federal Aviation Administration and the Department of Transportation ... 03/15/2010 09:04 AM Continental to start charging for meals on most domestic flights This fall, Continental will end its holdout and join its rivals that charge for meals in coach class. The airline announced this morning that ... 03/15/2010 08:28 AM Decision on adding commercial flights at Everett delayed until summer A decision on whether commercial flights will be allowed at Paine Field in Everett, Wash., has been delayed until at least June, The Associated ... 03/15/2010 08:19 AM FAA tells airlines to check 737s; FAA proposes maintenance fines for AA; Frontier mechanics cry foul over Republic plan Here is Monday morning's round-up of recent aviation stories posted on USATODAY.com The stories posted here have not appeared elsewhere in the ... 03/15/2010 07:00 AM Roaches cited as cause for 90-minute delay on Miami-D.C. flight Of all the delays you'd probably most like to steer clear of, a "roach delay" would rank high on the list. But that's just what caused a Miami-to-Washington ... 03/15/2010 06:18 AM Checked-bag fees: Don't count on refund, even if your luggage doesn't show Unless you're an elite-level frequent-flier, you now expect to pay a fee for checking bags at most big airlines. But, does that mean you'll get ... 03/15/2010 05:14 AM Airport Check-in: Kid-friendly bathrooms in Atlanta From USA TODAY's Airport Check-in column: Step 'n Wash, an Atlanta-based company that makes retracting steps used by toddlers to reach the sink ... 03/12/2010 10:10 AM Name that airport ... Here is this week's name that airport photo. Top Of USA Today Section

USATODAY.com Travel (Hotels) - Top Stories 03/01/2010 05:54 AM Haunted hotels' ghost stories can be good for business Hotels have long served as settings for ghost stories, and many are reputed to be haunted. 03/15/2010 06:33 AM Luxury costs less at hotels now: Rates fall, bookings rise The battered luxury hotel sector is reporting 7.2% more bookings for the upcoming second quarter vs. 2008. But rooms are also ... 03/11/2010 06:53 PM 'The Bachelor' inspires St. Lucia hotel deals The lush scenery and luxury resorts of St. Lucia had a co-starring role on TV's just-ended The Bachelor: On the Wings of Love. 03/11/2010 05:30 PM Boston-area hotel makes room for Skype The Charles Hotel, which liquidated its ice-machine rooms to turn them into free computer stations, just added Skype and video ... 03/10/2010 04:52 AM L.A. police search for man who scams, steals from hotel guests A well-dressed man who talked his way into a Florida sugar baron's hotel room and stole tens of thousands of dollars worth of ... 03/09/2010 03:00 AM Hotel deals bring travelers back to Phoenix After nearly a year and half of double-digit declines in occupancy rates, freebies and good deals appear to be drawing more visitors. 03/08/2010 06:55 AM Minn. lawmaker: No more violent hotel porn One Minnesota lawmaker wants state employees to stay out of hotels with violent porn while traveling for work. 03/07/2010 09:27 PM Ground zero hotel wants to attract 9/11 tourists Looking down into the construction site covering the 16 acres (6.5 hectares) where the World Trade Center once stood, some might ... 03/04/2010 08:14 PM Spa treatments on sale for $50 A massage at a big-name spa for $50 is virtually unheard of. 03/03/2010 03:50 PM Spring break travelers face higher airfares, lower hotel rates Average airfares for spring break are up from last year but hotel rates are down, according to data from Bing Travel and Travelocity. Top Of USA Today Section

USATODAY.com Travel (Destinations) - Top Stories 03/15/2010 10:02 AM 10 great places to find a lucky charm Whether you smooch them, tickle them or jitterbug around them, good-luck monuments can leave you feeling, well, lucky. 03/16/2010 02:00 AM Traveling with the Stars: Toni Collette Australian actress Toni Collette won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Tara Gregson on Showtime's United States ... 03/16/2010 02:00 AM Hemingway's Key West home named a literary landmark Hemingway, who lived in the Spanish-colonial home with his second wife Pauline and their two sons, owned the property until his ... 03/15/2010 02:00 PM Nude performers cause a stir at New York museum A new exhibit at The Museum of Modern Art is causing discomfort among some visitors by bringing them close to nude performers. 03/15/2010 02:00 AM Van Gogh's 'The Bedroom' to be on virtual view during restoration One of Vincent van Gogh's most famous paintings has been taken away for restoration, but art lovers don't have to miss it. 03/15/2010 02:00 AM Australian cabbie to take tourists on a 4,000-mile drive Doug Slater won the most votes in an online poll and will ferry passengers to the top 11 tourist sites in Western Australia . 03/15/2010 02:00 AM Historic square resurrected in Savannah, Ga. The city spent nearly $32 million and more than four years bringing back Ellis Square after razing the parking garage that took ... 03/15/2010 06:35 AM New York town touts Mark Twain connection to boost tourism Huckleberry Finn sprang to life in a swirl of cheap cigar smoke at Mark Twain's cozy hilltop cabin in upstate New York far from ... 03/13/2010 03:00 AM D.C.'s Newseum chronicles Elvis' battles with the media A spark that helped ignite Elvis Presley's fame more than 50 years ago was lit by the newspaper editors and critics who hated ... 03/11/2010 05:36 PM Second homes: There's more to Saratoga Springs than horse racing Saratoga is a popular spot for the large drive market from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, but owners come from around ... Top Of USA Today Section

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NYT > Travel 03/15/2010 02:04 PM Journeys: In Spain, Chefs Extend Empires to Hotels A number of so-called gastrohotels have been popping up alongside some of Spain?s most acclaimed restaurants. 03/15/2010 08:15 PM High-Speed Rail Gains Traction in Spain The Alta Velocidad Española, or AVE, has made train travel in Spain the way to go, both environmentally and in comfort and convenience. 03/15/2010 10:50 PM On the Road: Travelers Put Safety First in Filling Exit-Row Seats Richard M. Owens found out what he would do in a real airplane emergency on a harrowing approach into Miami about five years ago. 03/12/2010 08:49 PM The Frugal Traveler in San Francisco With His Year-Old Daughter Are the hills too steep for a stroller? Are the costs too high for a dad on a budget? Not if you?re the Frugal Traveler on a father-daughter vacation. 03/11/2010 09:04 PM 36 Hours in Goa, India Though often synonymous with hippies, it?s the Portuguese?s lingering influence that makes India?s seaside destination such an alluring place. 03/11/2010 07:50 PM Next Stop: In Postwar Sri Lanka, Beaches, Temples and Military Checkpoints This tropical island is teeming with white beaches and stylish boutique hotels, yet remnants of the war can be found around almost every corner. 03/12/2010 11:22 AM Surfacing: New Life in a Johannesburg Suburb Braamfontein, a suburb of Johannesburg, has become a vibrant cultural scene thanks to a new generation of design shops, restaurants and galleries. 03/12/2010 10:04 AM Heads Up: Hello, Columbus In Ohio, the Gallery Hop helped transform a neglected, crime-ridden urban district into a vibrant, independent arts enclave. 03/12/2010 10:06 AM Choice Tables: Museum Restaurants: Where Art and Haute Cuisine Meet in Paris From bold experiments to understated havens of cool, new restaurants have sprung up in cultural institutions all over the city. 03/12/2010 02:43 PM Practical Traveler: Student Rates Available to Nonstudents Even if your college days are a distant memory, it?s possible to travel on a student discount over spring break this year. 03/12/2010 01:12 PM Ice Fishing in Quetico Provincial Park, Ontario Winter camping in Ontario is not the easiest way to get a dinner. 03/12/2010 08:49 PM Skiing Pico Mountain, Killington?s Laid-Back Neighbor Pico Mountain shines as a quiet oasis by the hurly-burly of Killington, Vt. 03/11/2010 07:49 PM Check In, Check Out: Hotel Review: Ames Hotel, Boston Everything about this hotel, including the people who work there, is very cool-looking. 03/12/2010 10:06 AM Bites: Restaurant Review: La Enoteca in Rotterdam The bulk of this restaurant?s menu ? 22 pages ? is referred to as a ?wine library?; the food offerings only fill one page. 03/15/2010 03:01 PM Sands Resort Complex to Open in Singapore Singapore isn't exactly lacking for high-end lodging, but the Las Vegas Sands hopes to top them all with its new Marina Bay Sands Resort, which features a dizzying array of luxury offerings. Top Of New York Times Section

NYT > Escapes 03/05/2010 01:42 PM Paddleboarding in Hawaii: Who Cares About Surf Paddleboarding while upright means venturing far and wide without having to hunt for waves. 03/05/2010 12:27 AM The Falcon: A Jazz Haven in a Hudson Valley Hamlet Away from Manhattan?s urban frenzy, one man?s hospitality has created an intimate stage for top-tier musicians. 03/05/2010 12:28 AM Breaking Ground: Sound-View Homes in North Carolina?s Waterfront A waterfront second-home community in Merry Hill, N.C. 02/27/2010 06:01 PM From Frozen Vines In Ontario, a Sweet Specialty: Ice Wine The Niagara Peninsula in Ontario is ground zero for ice wine, whose grapes are ready for harvesting in the middle of winter. Top Of New York Times Section

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Travel Documents Danny Ang -- 2010-02-04 05:35 Planning a trip requires a lot of information. You need to know where you are going, how you will get there and how long you will be gone. Tickets need to be purchased and hotel accommodations need to be secured. But is that all that you need to know before your departure? Actually, no. What kind of... Jet Lag Danny Ang -- 2010-02-04 05:34 Whether you travel for fun or for work, the more you go, the more the chance is that you will experience jet lag at some time. Your chances also increase the further you travel out of your own time zone. Jet lag can ruin a fun vacation, or hamper your productivity on a business trip, so it is best t... Handling Emergencies on Your Asian Trip Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:06 You've been pick-pocketed. You lost your passport, or you've had an accident and smashed up that cute little rental car. Maybe you had too much to drink and ran afoul of the local authorities. Emergencies of all sorts do occur while traveling, and some advance preparation and understanding of Asian ... Avoiding Airplane Etiquette Faux Pas Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:04 For every traveler, there is a faux pas waiting to happen that could easily be avoided if you spot it early in your travels. Here are some of the most common. The first is the "heavy carry" mistake, which anybody that has ever been smacked in the head with an oversized backpack will understand. Thos... Book Online and Be Your Own Travel Agent Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:02 The travel agency business has undergone big changes, mostly due to the existence of online travel sites and the ease of online booking. Those travel agents still have a few good tricks up their sleeves, but with a little diligence, you can find the best deal on your own. Don't play favorites Many t... Stretching Your Travel Dollar Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:01 Are you thinking about vacation travel in the near future? Think again, but this time, think about how to stretch your travel dollar and get more vacation for your money. See how much you can save by trying some of these tips from travelers who have learned how to save, and save big with simple and ... Ten Tips For First-Time Travelers Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 03:59 If it's your first time on an international flight to Asia, things may be a little confusing. Your trip will require a lot more planning than the short flight you took to visit Uncle Joe in Peoria last year. Here's a few tips for making that long trip go a little more smoothly. 1. Make sure your tic... The Best Airport Games to Pass the Time Louis Jones -- 2010-01-18 03:53 For all those who travel quite often to different parts of the world, airports are busy places, filled with rush, where everyone is in a hurry so that they do not miss their flight. But sometimes, situations arise when the very same airport environment becomes dull and stagnant, as it puts you in a ... Live Abroad Or Stay Here? Jason Shane -- 2010-01-18 03:51 Shall I live abroad or should I stay here? That's the question asked by many people every year. Many people have the dream of moving to an exotic country to either build their careers, settle down, or just live a different lifestyle. Some people end up carrying out this dream, others for whatever re... Travel Light and Enjoy Your Trip More Di McDonald -- 2010-01-18 03:48 When you are travelling a lot, you want to travel as lightly as possible. These days the airlines are getting stricter and stricter about the size and weight of luggage that you are able to take. There a number of things that you can do to make sure that you are travelling as lightly at the as possi...

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Lonely Planet Travelcasts 03/26/2008 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Sydney's Gay Mardi Gras Tattoos, tulle and eleven-inch heels: Sydney's gay community turn up the heat and take it to the streets. 03/19/2008 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Valley of the Giants Walk through the treetops with Fleur Bainger as she sways on a series of suspended bridges 40m above ground level. 01/22/2008 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Long Street, Cape Town Two miles' worth of clubs, music stores and boutique hotels: saunter down Cape Town's most cosmopolitan street. 12/28/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Australia's Tiwi Islands Meet an elder who paints his tribal songs, find out how to behave on the Islands and track down authentic art. 11/27/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Quickie Cairo Car horns and the call to prayer - take an aural tour of Cairo and get a taste for the latest short-break hotspot. 11/20/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Call to Prayer First sung by a freed black slave, the call to prayer is a vital part of the Islamic tradition. Baxter Jackson visits the Middle East to find out all about it. 10/23/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Scotland's Tiree Island Got a hunger for fresh lobster, surfing and swimming with seals? Poppy Stockell finds all three on a tiny island off Scotland's west coast. 10/16/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Swimming with Whale Sharks Dive in with Fleur Bainger as she heads to Coral Bay and gets up close and personal with whale sharks and their 300-tooth smiles. 09/24/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: The Day Tripper's Guide to Brighton You've heard the podcast, now get the facts on Brighton and get to Britain's famous seaside. 09/10/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Iceland Elves Is hearing believing? Listen in to the wild tales of Iceland's resident gnomes, dwarves, elves and hidden people. 08/21/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Sarawak Malaysia's biggest party delivers the best local sounds - not to mention Polish bagpipes. 08/07/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Chiang Mai How to get there and why you should venture beyond the Old City for legendary temples, the best massage and DIY BBQ 07/31/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Off-Beat Bangkok Want to escape the bustle of Bangkok? Just get off the main roads and into the canals, back- alleys and Skytrains. 07/24/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Drive-thru Andorra Mountains one minute, Gucci and Prada the next - strap yourself in for a high-speed aural roadtrip through Andorra. 07/10/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: El Salvador - A New Start El Salvador has shaken off the strife of the past and is ready for a new chapter. Listen to the locals and their visions for the future. Top Of Misc Travel Destinations & News Section

ASIA Travel Tips.com 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Best Western signs First Premier Hotel in Philippines Best Western signs First Premier Hotel in Philippines. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM GHM Promotes Akira Moreno to Director of Pre-Opening Services GHM Promotes Akira Moreno to Director of Pre-Opening Services. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Philippe Leboeuf appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Paris Philippe Leboeuf appointed General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Paris. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Hong Kong Airport Reports February 2010 Traffic Hong Kong Airport Reports February 2010 Traffic. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Emirates Opens Lounge at Birmingham Airport Emirates Opens Lounge at Birmingham Airport. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Cathay Pacific Reports February 2010 Traffic Cathay Pacific Reports February 2010 Traffic. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Singapore Airlines and Marina Bay Sands sign MoU Singapore Airlines and Marina Bay Sands sign MoU. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM PolyU Celebrates Topping-Out of Redevelopment of Pak Sui Yuen PolyU Celebrates Topping-Out of Redevelopment of Pak Sui Yuen. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Air France launches Abu Dhabi - Europe Promotion Air France launches Abu Dhabi - Europe Promotion. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Continental to Offer Food for Purchase on Certain Routes Continental to Offer Food for Purchase on Certain Routes. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM United Signs Firm Order for 25 Airbus A350 XWBs United Signs Firm Order for 25 Airbus A350 XWBs. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Strong Numbers for ITB Berlin 2010 Strong Numbers for ITB Berlin 2010. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Denver International Airport Reports January 2010 Traffic Denver International Airport Reports January 2010 Traffic. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Etihad Signs Full Content Agreement with Travelport Etihad Signs Full Content Agreement with Travelport. 03/16/2010 04:52 AM Why Hua Hin, Thailand? Kiteboarding World Cup 2010 Why Hua Hin, Thailand? Kiteboarding World Cup 2010. Top Of Misc Travel Destinations & News Section

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