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Paris airports downplay early impact of strike

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 16:49:02 GMT

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.

Search on for missing cruise passenger near Mexico

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 17:22:13 GMT

A search is under way in waters near Mexico for a British cruise ship passenger who apparently went overboard.

Hundreds of cruise passengers hit with stomach illness

Sat, 4 Feb 2012 19:43:08 GMT

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.

Travel photo of the day: Camel crossing in Jordan

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 17:00:35 GMT

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.

The world’s weirdest restaurants

Sun, 5 Feb 2012 17:13:44 GMT

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.

Plug in at America's techiest cities

Sat, 4 Feb 2012 16:44:39 GMT

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.

Report: Climate of 'mistrust' in air marshal program

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 21:10:20 GMT

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.

Winter survival app helps ditched drivers

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 13:58:59 GMT

Making the wrong decision in a winter driving emergency can have deadly consequences. Here's how to make sure you're prepared.

Venice rebels against cruise ship intrusions

Sun, 5 Feb 2012 17:59:26 GMT

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.

Controlling your kids at sea

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 13:53:09 GMT

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.

West Coast cruises to Hawaii on the rise

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 13:53:09 GMT

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.

Service set for Minn. couple missing in ship wreck

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 00:45:45 GMT

A memorial Mass has been scheduled for a Minnesota couple who are missing in the Italian cruise ship disaster, their family announced Sunday.

The best cruise ships for kids

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 13:53:09 GMT

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.

TSA to Super Bowl fans: air horns don't fly

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 19:52:06 GMT

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.

How to save money on food when you travel

Sun, 5 Feb 2012 17:07:49 GMT

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.

Dig in! Hotels you don't have to leave for fine food

Sun, 5 Feb 2012 17:01:06 GMT

One food trend for 2012 could mean you don't have to leave your nice hotel to find a superb meal.

It's a Snap: Travel photos from around the world

Thu, 2 Feb 2012 17:58:27 GMT

Our readers have submitted some inspiring photos from around the world. Scroll through the gorgeous set of images and vote for your favorite.

KLM wants air travelers to get social in the sky

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 21:45:15 GMT

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.

High-tech bling for the deep-pocketed traveler

Sat, 4 Feb 2012 16:57:19 GMT

There’s plenty of high-tech stuff that can make trips more enjoyable and relaxing. The tough part is choosing and paying for it.

Senate poised to pass aviation bill

Mon, 6 Feb 2012 17:48:20 GMT

The Senate will vote Monday afternoon on a House-passed bill aimed at improving the nation’s aviation infrastructure and modernizing air traffic control systems.

Need a passport? It'll cost you more

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 13:58:59 GMT

Planning an international trip? For Americans who still need to obtain a passport, or renew an existing one, the cost is going up.

US tourist dies while diving in Cayman Islands

Sat, 4 Feb 2012 18:29:32 GMT

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.

America's most romantic hotels

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 19:09:57 GMT

With Valentine’s Day looming and no end to winter in sight, who doesn’t dream of stealing away on vacation?