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 CNN.com - Travel Updated : To luau or not to luau? Your tips The luau is just one topic in the stream of suggestions CNN.com commenters offer for making the most of a trip to the Aloha State. Publ.Date : Tue, 15 May 2012 10:38:04 EDT Heavenly Hawaii: Dos and don'ts Looking to get to Hawaii without blowing your son's college fund? Want to experience the islands but not sure when to go? Read on for a Hawaii primer. Publ.Date : Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:07:26 EDT Amazing first-class air cabins Vintage wines, designer sheets and even in-air showers make flying first class on these carriers the ultimate luxury. Publ.Date : Fri, 04 May 2012 13:01:36 EDT Hire a guide, business travelers Business travelers have discovered that hiring a local tour guide is a smart and convenient way to make the most of that free afternoon or weekend in an unfamiliar destination. Publ.Date : Thu, 03 May 2012 12:41:41 EDT Most outrageous hotel amenities Now that ultra-plush bathrobes, high-thread-count linens and designer toiletries are de rigueur at upscale hotels, top properties are offering innovative and extravagant perks to ensure a distinctive experience. Publ.Date : Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:43:56 EDT Getting away, celebrity style Do you find yourself enviously clicking through pictures of celebrity homes on your lunch hour? Instead of turning green over the multibillion-dollar estates of George Clooney or Brad and Angelina, why not follow their lead? Publ.Date : Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:36:01 EDT Marilyn Monroe slept here Back in the days when celebrity was worn with the elegance and grace of diamonds and mink, the Beverly Hills Hotel was where the stars played. W.C. Fields, Humphrey Bogart and the Rat Pack tippled at the bar, Katharine Hepburn did a back flip into the pool in her tennis clothes, and Elizabeth Taylor honeymooned in the bungalows out back -- six times. Publ.Date : Tue, 15 May 2012 10:32:09 EDT Why not? A limousine-shaped yacht Cruising a luxurious superyacht with your own custom-built limousine onboard, ready for offshore jaunts, sounds like an experience fit only for royalty. Publ.Date : Tue, 15 May 2012 10:36:50 EDT Paris As Valentine's Day approaches, we explore all of Paris' glittering allure through the beautiful photos submitted by our iReporters. Publ.Date : Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:39:34 EST London landmarks London is brimming with historic and iconic sights that create perfect picture postcards. iReporters take us on their own personal tour of London's best with their photos. Publ.Date : Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:39:10 EST Virgin Islands The British and U.S. Virgin Islands offer crystal blue waters and beautifully serene escapes. iReporters shared their photos with us. Publ.Date : Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:32:45 EST Fun with ice Ice isn't much fun on the road, but add new shapes and bright lights to the ethereal frozen stuff and you have a festival on your hands. Publ.Date : Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:33:28 EST City lights Landmark cities take on a whole new allure at nightfall. Let iReporters guide you through some of the world's most glittering cityscapes. Publ.Date : Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:32:54 EST Best of 2011 iReporters transported us all across the globe with their awe-inspiring travel photos in 2011. These are some of our favorites. Publ.Date : Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:15:34 EST Austria From the rugged, sculpted wilderness of Austria's mountains to its richly historic cities like Vienna, iReporters take us on a journey across this majestic country with their photos. Publ.Date : Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:57:15 EST Video Charity

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USATODAY.com Feed 05/17/2012 05:30 PM 10 great places where baseball history was made Baseball stadiums are more than places to watch a game. To many fans, they're where history was made, says Brad Horn. 05/15/2012 04:59 AM Photo tour: The Caribbean-based Carnival Valor The 2,974-passenger Carnival vessel sails year-round out of Miami. 05/16/2012 07:12 AM Atlanta airport opens Maynard Jackson international terminal Atlanta airport opens a new, $1.4 billion international terminal that the city calls its "new front door" for the world. 05/15/2012 03:00 AM Flying vs. driving: One traveler's cross-country story Probably since the first wagon train rumbled west, the notion of driving from one coast to the other has been part of the American psyche. 05/19/2012 06:14 AM National parks offer prime views of eclipse Events are planned across the West for the May 20 eclipse, the USA's first in nearly two decades. 05/18/2012 03:27 PM Rick Steves: 8 tips to prepare for a trip to Europe By arranging a few things while you're still at home, you'll greatly increase your chances of having a smooth, enjoyable European vacation. 05/18/2012 07:02 PM Pilot nabbed in Buffalo with loaded gun in bag A Virginia-based Piedmont Airlines pilot was arrested for trying to bring a loaded gun aboard his Buffalo-to-LaGuardia flight. 05/18/2012 01:18 PM Las Vegas hotels fill up Visitors flock to Las Vegas hotels 05/18/2012 11:27 AM Norwegian Cruise Line rolls out Alaska deal The three-day offer is available on 2012 sailings of the Norwegian Jewel and Norwegian Pearl. 05/18/2012 11:21 AM Comfort hotels get a major makeover Comfort Inn guests will soon be noticing some changes, as more than 2,000 properties get a redesign. Top Of USA Today Section

Today in the Sky - USATODAY.com 05/18/2012 10:10 AM Name that airport ... Here is this week's "name that airport" photo. 05/18/2012 08:46 AM United pilots' leaders call for strike vote Labor relations appear to be deteriorating between management and pilots at United Airlines after leaders of the pilots union on Thursday authorized ... 05/18/2012 08:13 AM US Airways-American merger: Is it 'inevitable?' Is a merger between American and US Airways "inevitable?" 05/18/2012 04:15 AM Sun Country adds new routes to Florida, Mexico Sun Country's newest destinations will be Tampa and the Mexican city of Huatulco. 05/17/2012 10:05 PM Frontier's retreat from Midwest hubs nearly complete Frontier Airlines' retreat from the hubs it inherited in its merger with Midwest Airlines is nearly complete. The most extreme example comes ... 05/17/2012 12:09 PM Band plays impromptu set on delayed Air Canada flight Passengers on one delayed Air Canada flight earlier this week got an unexpected treat: an impromptu performance by a self-proclaimed "Balkan-Klezmer-Gypsy-Party-Punk ... 05/17/2012 10:20 AM Air Berlin CEO on airport delay Air Berlin, Germany's second-biggest carrier, plans to operate its biggest hub at the new Berlin Brandenburg International Airport. 05/17/2012 07:07 AM Spectacular delay: Berlin airport to open in 2013 Berlin had envisioned a spectacular June opening of Brandenburg International Airport. Now, the opening may remembered for a delay. 05/17/2012 05:54 AM Name that airport ... (Greenville, N.C.) Here is this week's "name that airport" photo. 05/16/2012 04:04 PM Why did Delta overcharge its frequent fliers? Delta Airlines says a computer glitch caused inconsistencies in airfares between fliers. Top Of USA Today Section

USATODAY.com Feed 05/17/2012 12:01 PM New York offers lower Manhattan hotel package From now to Sept. 3, stay at a Lower Manhattan hotel and get a free harbor cruise with views of the New York and New Jersey skylines. 05/18/2012 01:18 PM Las Vegas hotels fill up Visitors flock to Las Vegas hotels 05/18/2012 11:21 AM Comfort hotels get a major makeover Comfort Inn guests will soon be noticing some changes, as more than 2,000 properties get a redesign. 05/18/2012 08:26 AM Historic New Hampshire hotel's items sold off Residents get pieces of history at the Balsams Grand Resort Hotel in New Hampshire, famed for its Ballot Room. 05/17/2012 01:21 PM Tahoe hotel offers Facebook fans a deal Like Tahoe's Constellation Residences at Northstar on Facebook, and you'll get a deal. 05/17/2012 08:44 AM Hilton tests out new fitness rooms Hilton is testing out two new fitness-themed guest rooms. 05/16/2012 06:31 AM Meeting planners optimistic on hotel functions A poll of meeting planners shows new optimism about the number business-related gatherings being planned. 05/16/2012 05:00 AM Sheraton launches 'Social Hour' wine tastings Starwood's Sheraton chain is launching a wine-tasting hour as well as a new wine menu curated by Wine Spectator, the wine lover's bible. 05/15/2012 10:44 AM Some travelers ask, 'Where's Whole Foods?' A surprising number of people sometimes pick their hotels based on proximity to a Whole Foods or other specialty supermarket. 05/15/2012 05:53 AM Hanoi hotel to open bunker to tourists Hanoi's landmark Sofitel hotel plans to open the secret, war-time bunker to tourists next month. Top Of USA Today Section

USATODAY.com Feed 05/19/2012 06:14 AM National parks offer prime views of eclipse Events are planned across the West for the May 20 eclipse, the USA's first in nearly two decades. 05/18/2012 03:27 PM Rick Steves: 8 tips to prepare for a trip to Europe By arranging a few things while you're still at home, you'll greatly increase your chances of having a smooth, enjoyable European vacation. 05/18/2012 10:42 AM Times Square exhibit brings spying into the open A new exhibit showcases artifacts from a hollowed-out rat to the pickaxe that killed Leon Trotsky. 05/18/2012 05:00 AM Hawaii's USS Missouri stars in 'Battleship' The silver screen version of the popular board game Battleship may be getting drenched with negative reviews, but its leading lady - the mothballed ... 05/17/2012 05:30 PM 10 great places where baseball history was made Baseball stadiums are more than places to watch a game. To many fans, they're where history was made, says Brad Horn. 05/17/2012 09:15 AM Hawaii will be first state to ban plastic bags Honolulu's move, effective in 2015, will make Hawaii the first state to ban single-use plastic bags at the point of sale. 05/17/2012 05:59 AM Theme park offers 'coaster training' for kids Legoland Florida teamed with a psychologist to produce its new "Roller Coaster Readiness" tips. 05/17/2012 12:59 PM Great American Bites: Spanish tapas take the stage in Las Vegas Las Vegas has what is probably the hottest food scene in the USA, and what is hot in Las Vegas right now is tapas. 05/16/2012 10:45 AM Vegas on Lake Erie? Cleveland gets a casino A new casino opened in Cleveland this week under a new law permitting legal gaming venues in Ohio. 05/15/2012 10:30 PM Who has the best BBQ in the South? "Southern Living" Magazine names the region's best barbecue joints. Top Of USA Today Section

Latest Travel News from the New York Times

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NYT > Travel 05/18/2012 06:37 PM In a Rented RV, Roaming Western Roads Captain of a “rig� for the first time, the author cruises through the West, sleeping at a Walmart, joining the “Greatest RV Rally in the World� and celebrating the freedom to roam. 05/18/2012 06:57 PM Journeys: Correspondents Select Some of Their Favorite Roads They cover the country, and drive to do it. So where do The Times’s national correspondents (and their editor) like to hit the road? Here are some of their favorite stretches. 05/18/2012 06:57 PM Road Trip Tunes Find out what our music critics recommend for your next drive. Who picks Wagner? Who goes for gospel? 05/18/2012 12:07 PM In Transit Blog: Your Favorite Road Trips We want to hear your top routes and recommendations. 05/18/2012 06:30 PM Q&A: Where Garrison Keillor Gets ‘Carried Away’ The radio host on childhood road trips, passing for a native in foreign coffee shops and stopping off at a place that “could change your life.� 05/18/2012 07:30 PM Personal Journeys: A Cross-Country Drive With a Guru The author spent three weeks driving a meditation master across the country. So why was she so tense? 05/18/2012 06:30 PM Pursuits: Guy Trebay on the Joys of Driving “So seldom do I drive these days and so special is the experience that I still get a little canine jolt of excitement whenever someone rattles keys.� 05/15/2012 01:31 PM Frugal Traveler Blog: $100 a Day on a Southern Route The Frugal Traveler makes his way from Washington to Savannah, along back roads and byways where good barbecue and miniature golf await. 05/18/2012 06:30 PM Practical Traveler: 7 Tips for Saving on Rental Cars With prices expected to surge during the busy summer car-rental season, here are some ways to keep costs down. 05/18/2012 07:00 PM 36 Hours in Napa Valley The array of sensory indulgences here can make you dizzy before you’ve even had your first glass of local wine. 05/18/2012 06:30 PM Letters: Letters to the Travel Editor Readers respond to articles about China and a mother-daughter vacation. 05/04/2012 10:30 AM The 45 Places to Go in 2012 London, Havana, Lhasa and, yes, even the final frontier. A year’s worth of reasons to pack your bags and take off. 01/05/2012 11:04 AM In Transit Blog: The Top 10 of 2011 A survey of the top articles of 2011 from The New York Times Travel section. 10/25/2011 10:30 AM New York City App The Scoop is an insider’s guide to what to eat, drink and do in New York from the staff of The Times. Want more? Check out our lists on coffee, shopping and home furnishing stores. 03/25/2012 12:30 AM Eva Perón’s Buenos Aires The wife of Juan Perón made an indelible mark on the Argentine capital. 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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Discount Travel Tips Miranda Brumbaugh -- 2012-01-18 23:29 Online travel bookings have increased the availability of travel opportunities, but sorting through discounts is a daunting task. With so many options, you can spend all of your time searching for the cheapest airfare or hotel room. Do your research and plan ahead to get the best chance of receiving... International Travel Tips (for Americans) Kent Ninomiya -- 2012-01-18 23:27 There are many things Americans need to know before embarking on international travel. Many things about other countries are familiar while different aspects are dramatically different. Being prepared for these similarities and differences will help you have a more pleasant trip. There are many rule... How to Tip When Traveling: Airport and Hotel Tipping Guide Collaborator -- 2012-01-02 02:08 Many people in the service and hospitality industry depend on tips as part of their wages. The federal government even allows those employers to pay lower than the federal minimum wage to account for tips. The trick is knowing just how much to tip each worker since the length and importance of the s... How to Keep Thieves Out of Your Luggage Lena Freund -- 2012-01-02 02:06 There are several ways to keep your luggage from being stolen or broken into while traveling. The security methods that you use must conform to airline security procedures while flying, but once in your hotel room, you may choose how to keep your luggage safe. Always keep valuable items with you in ... How to Never Lose One's Luggage Collaborator -- 2012-01-02 02:04 If you fly much, you may have had to cross your fingers and hope that your luggage makes it to your final destination along with you. If you have ever worried about losing your luggage while flying, follow these tips on your next trip. Label the outside of each piece of your luggage. Include your na... How to Keep Luggage Safe when Flying braniac -- 2012-01-02 02:03 Are you planning to travel on an airplane this summer? If so, keeping your luggage safe should be a priority. Here are a few tips to help. You should start by putting a couple of address tags on each bag, even your carry on. It should have your name, address and phone number listed clearly. If you h... Space Saving Tips for Packing Suitcases Kent Ninomiya -- 2012-01-02 02:01 Airlines are becoming increasingly restrictive about the size of baggage you can carry on and check during a flight. That means travelers must be increasingly efficient with the space inside their suitcases. When items are haphazardly tossed into a suitcase, much of the interior space is wasted. Ite... How To Make Moving Less Stressful Tess Brinums -- 2012-00-20 00:46 Plagued with doubt about moving? Not sure how to start the packing process? Well let me give you a head start. 1. Organisation is key. First of all, make sure you make a checklist. For what exactly, is your decision because it depends on you. Do you need a list of inventory so you know exactly what ... Tips For Choosing Luggage Michael Brandon Smith -- 2012-00-19 18:08 One the first things to think about when choosing luggage is the color and general look of the bag. If you have already done your fair share of traveling, you may have subconsciously noticed that just about every bag you see is black. This is one of the problems with luggage. A tip that is used by m... A Simple Luggage Tips Guide Michiru Isu -- 2012-00-19 18:04 Need a travel suitcase for your big trip around Europe or perhaps that long-awaited honeymoon? One of the keys to having a blast on your holiday is making sure you have all your essential items in a secure, quality suitcase, because if something gets damaged along the way, it would surely jeopardize...

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Lonely Planet Travelcasts 03/26/2008 01:00 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 01:00 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. 01/01/2008 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 01:00 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 01:00 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. 09/25/2007 01:00 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. 09/11/2007 01:00 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 01:00 AM Lonely Planet: Sarawak Malaysia's biggest party delivers the best local sounds - not to mention Polish bagpipes. 08/07/2007 01:00 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 01:00 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 01:00 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 01:00 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 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Anantara Vacation Club Signs Resort in Seminyak, Bali Anantara Vacation Club Signs Resort in Seminyak, Bali. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM iFly Singapore to Host Skydiving World Championships in December iFly Singapore to Host Skydiving World Championships in December. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Outrigger Appoints New CFO Outrigger Appoints New CFO. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Masters of Mixology @ Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong in June Masters of Mixology @ Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong in June. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Tune Hotels Launches Promotion Tune Hotels Launches Promotion. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Mandarin Oriental Promotes Goessing; Amanda Hyndman Named GM of MO BKK Mandarin Oriental Promotes Goessing; Amanda Hyndman Named GM of MO BKK. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Rishworth Aviation to Source B787 Dreamliner Pilots for Norwegian Rishworth Aviation to Source B787 Dreamliner Pilots for Norwegian. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Completes Refurbishment Pan Pacific Nirwana Bali Completes Refurbishment. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Tune Hotel Makati to Open 17 July; Launches US$ 7 Promotion Tune Hotel Makati to Open 17 July; Launches US$ 7 Promotion. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM See Your Millionaire Dream Come True @ Changi Airport See Your Millionaire Dream Come True @ Changi Airport. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Singex to Host Asia Connect Seminar Series in US Singex to Host Asia Connect Seminar Series in US. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Delta Names Jeffrey Bernier as MD Asia Pacific Delta Names Jeffrey Bernier as MD Asia Pacific. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Jeju Air Signs Modeling Contract with Korean Boy Band Jeju Air Signs Modeling Contract with Korean Boy Band. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM New Baggage Allowances on Korean Air New Baggage Allowances on Korean Air. 05/19/2012 11:26 AM Thailand Ranks as No. 1 Outbound Destination for Indian Travellers Thailand Ranks as No. 1 Outbound Destination for Indian Travellers. Top Of Misc Travel Destinations & News Section

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