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Business Owners, Visitors Rejoice as Yosemite Reopens
The nearly three-week closure was the result of a massive wildfire that has burned 150 square miles (389 sq. kilometers) and killed two firefighters since it started July 13.
Yosemite National Park Reopens
The nearly three-week closure was the result of a massive wildfire that has burned 150 square miles (389 sq. kilometers) and killed two firefighters since it started July 13.
Oregon Coast Tourism Down, But Spending Increases
The number of visitors staying in a hotel or rental home on the Oregon Coast dipped slightly last year, but overall spending grew to nearly $2 billion.
Romanian Police Attack Israeli Tourists Amid Protest
Israel's embassy on Monday protested to the Romanian government after four Israeli tourists were allegedly dragged out of a taxi and beaten by riot police in Bucharest during a violent anti-corruption protest.
A Cancun-to-Palenque Train?
Mexico's president-elect wants to bring tourism revenues to remote and forgotten stretches of Mexico, but some are scratching their heads at his main proposal: to build a $3.2 billion train.
Australian Tourist Dies in Bike Crash Near Central Park
An Australian tourist biking in New York City died after colliding with a garbage truck as she swerved to avoid a vehicle blocking the bike lane near Central Park.
Happening Now: Barcelona Circuit Festival!
On Tuesday, August 14, thousands of people will turn the Illa Fantasia water park into a great celebration of tolerance and diversity to the rhythm of the best DJs in the gay scene.
Air-Conditioned Pet Huts Placed at NY Travel Plazas
Pet owners traveling the New York State Thruway now have a cool option for their dogs when taking a break from driving: climate-controlled, temporary shelters.
Tourists Report Bear Attacks in Romania
Romanian authorities say brown bears have either attacked or startled several tourists in the Carpathian mountains.
Our Lady of Copacabana Festival Spreads to Peru
Veneration of Bolivia's Our Lady of Copacabana has extended into neighboring southern Peru, where hundreds of faithful are drawn to the annual celebration of festival, including members of the LGTBQ community.
Discovering the Port City of Jaffa
Just south of Tel Aviv's glass towers and concrete houses are the white stone buildings of Jaffa, the ancient port town.
Airlines and Consumer Groups Ready to Fight Over Proposed Bills
Congress is considering a sweeping tally of proposals that could affect travelers, from dictating seat size and legroom to rolling back rules that require airlines to advertise the full price of a ticket.
Bon Appétit Names Portland, ME, as City of the Year for Food
One of the most widely read food magazines says there's no better U.S. city for restaurants than Portland, Maine.
Polish Tourists Killed in Alaska Plane Crash
Searchers on Monday found four people dead in a sightseeing airplane carrying Polish tourists in Alaska's Denali National Park -- a day and a half after thick clouds hampered the response to distress calls.
Beer-Hopping in New England
The woods of northern New England are known for lots of things: bear, moose, towering pine trees, brilliant fall foliage and icy winters. But these forests are luring a new critter -- beer tourists.
Lithuania Launches Sexy Tourism Ad Prior to Papal Visit
Lithuanian tourism officials are coming under fire from the Catholic Church for a highly sexualized campaign to promote the capital, Vilnius, only weeks ahead of a visit by Pope Francis.
London Dept. Store Launches Christmas Shop... in August
It's beginning to look at lot like Christmas at one London department store.
'Hazardous' Smoke Shuts Yosemite During Peak Tourist Season
Yosemite National Park's iconic cliffs are shrouded in so much smoke from nearby wildfires that the air quality is worse than anywhere in America and is rivaling Beijing.
Millions on the Line over 'I Love NY' Road Signs
The big, blue "I Love NY" signs lined up in groups of five along New York state highways and roads are hard to miss. And that, say federal transportation officials, is the problem.
Rome's New Riverside Beach
Summer's half over, but the people of Rome finally have their beach along the Tiber River.