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Tourism Rebounds in Puerto Rico After Hurricane Maria

By Danica Coto | Apr 4, 2019

Nearly two years after a deadly hurricane season, tourists are visiting Puerto Rico in record numbers as the U.S. territory continues to rebuild from Hurricane Maria.

Lithuanian Man Flies Alone on Commercial Flight to Italy

Apr 4, 2019

A Lithuanian man flying to Italy got a pleasant surprise when he boarded the plane: He was the only passenger on the Boeing 737-800.

Greater Palms Springs Restaurant Week Returns

Apr 4, 2019

One of the most-anticipated and flavorful culinary events in Southern California, Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week (dineGPS), returns to the lush oasis May 31-June 9, 2019.

Rainbow Proud: The Best of LGBTQ Columbus

Apr 3, 2019

Ohio's capital is known for its open attitude, smart style and entrepreneurial spirit. Head to Columbus to discover what's making it the next big LGBTQ destination.

Amsterdam Sex Workers Angry at Red Light District Tours Ban

By Mike Corder | Apr 3, 2019

The city of Amsterdam's latest attempt to rein in the nuisance of over-tourism by banning guided tours of the red light district has run into opposition from some of the people it is intended to protect: sex workers.

Get Lit in These 6 Beautifully Bookish Hotels

By Jill Gleeson | Apr 2, 2019

A new crop of hotels are offering a treasure trove of nifty literary programming and onsite libraries so their bibliophilic guests can keep those pages turning. In honor of World Book Day on April 23, here are some of our favorites.

Luxury Arrives in Asbury Park

Apr 2, 2019

Asbury Ocean Club Hotel will bring five-star service and amenities to life this summer when it opens on Asbury Park's vibrant waterfront.

'Hidden in Spain' Announces Michelin-Starred Restaurant Tours

Apr 2, 2019

Food enthusiasts can now head to northern Spain for a Michelin meal-inspired itinerary through some of the region's most notable restaurants.

A Broadway-Inspired Trip to Newfoundland

Apr 1, 2019

Travelers can newly discover the hospitality of Newfoundland and Labrador with new experiences based on the Broadway Musical "Come From Away."

George Clooney Calls for Boycott of Hotels Over Anti-Gay Law

Mar 29, 2019

George Clooney is calling for the boycott of nine hotels in the U.S. and Europe with ties to the sultan of Brunei, which next month will implement Islamic criminal laws to punish gay sex by stoning offenders to death.

Texas AG Investigating Chick-fil-A's Exclusion at Airport

By Clarice Silber | Mar 29, 2019

Texas' attorney general opened an investigation Thursday into San Antonio's decision to exclude Chick-fil-A from opening airport concession facilities due to the fast-food chain owners' record on LGBT issues.

Travelers Stranded After WOW Air Collapses

By Egill Bjarnason | Mar 29, 2019

Icelandic budget airline WOW Air collapsed under its financial problems on Thursday, leading it to ground planes and leave passengers stranded across two continents.

Tourist Taking Photo Dies in Fall at Grand Canyon

Mar 29, 2019

Two people have died at the Grand Canyon in separate incidents this week that included one man stumbling over the edge of the rim while trying to take pictures, officials said.

Harvey Milk Becomes Norwegian's Latest American Tail Fin Hero

Mar 28, 2019

Norwegian has unveiled its newest tail fin hero, and eighth American to be immortalized on a Norwegian aircraft: Harvey Milk.

Florida Theme Parks Debuting New Attractions This Week

Mar 28, 2019

SeaWorld Orlando on Wednesday is opening a Sesame Street land, while down the interstate, Legoland Florida in Winter Haven is debuting an area based on "The Lego Movie" and its sequel.

Dutch Farmer to Tourists: Don't Trample Our Tulips

Mar 27, 2019

Dutch farmers have a message for tourists: Please don't trample upon our tulips.

Showdog Reunites With Owner After Vanishing at Airport

Mar 27, 2019

A prize-winning show dog that vanished at the Atlanta airport has been found.

7 Tips for Staying Safe While Studying Abroad

By Chad M. Gasta, Iowa State University | Mar 26, 2019

Studying abroad can bring great rewards, but being a visitor in a foreign land also comes with significant risks.

Norway to Open Probe Into Cruise in Stormy Weather

By Jan M. Olsen | Mar 25, 2019

Norwegian officials said Monday they have opened an investigation into why a cruise ship carrying more than 1,300 people set sail despite storm warnings, forcing a major evacuation.

Vintage Plane Tours Times Square Before Becoming Cocktail Lounge

By Karen Matthews | Mar 25, 2019

A vintage plane that went from flying passengers in the 1950s to running drugs in the 1970s visited Times Square on Saturday before its next transformation into a cocktail lounge at the former TWA terminal at Kennedy Airport.

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