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2 British Tourists Freed After Being Kidnapped in Congo
Two British tourists have been released in eastern Congo two days after being kidnapped, according to announcements Sunday by Virunga National Park and the British foreign secretary.
Are Atlantic City's Casinos Healing or Courting Danger?
Having lost five of its 12 casinos over the past four years, Atlantic City will mark its 40th anniversary of casino gambling by reopening two of those shuttered properties.
Group Says Tanzania's Maasai Evicted in Favor of Tourism
Tens of thousands of Tanzania's ethnic Maasai people are homeless after the government burned their houses to keep the savannah open for tourism benefiting two foreign safari companies, a U.S.-based policy think tank charged Thursday.
Record 72 Million Tourists Traveled to Orlando Last Year
Even though Hurricane Irma forced the closures of its theme parks and airports and filled its hotels with displaced evacuees, a record-setting 72 million tourists still flocked to the Orlando area last year, tourism officials said Thursday.
GayDays' Plan to Bail from June Orlando Weekend in '19 Sows Confusion
A major player in the annual June weekend of LGBTQ events that brings thousands of travelers to Orlando from around the world is planning to split off and do its own thing in August next year - and that's roiling the ranks of the weekend's fans.
Park MGM Transforms the Las Vegas Strip
With the lighting of its new marquee and hotel tower signs, Monte Carlo officially sheds its name this week for a new identity - Park MGM - making way for the resort set for completion later this year.
Lonely Planet CEO Departs; Reports of a Possible Sale
The wunderkind CEO of Lonely Planet has departed, the company confirmed Wednesday, amid reports that the travel brand and guidebook publisher is up for sale.
Delta Flight Evacuated Due to Smoke in Cabin
A Delta Air Lines flight from Detroit to Denver was evacuated after passengers reported smoke in the cabin.
South Dakota Tourism Official Says Take Your Vacation Days
South Dakota's top tourism official is encouraging residents to take their vacation days as the summer visitor season gets underway.
A Look at the New Norwegian Bliss Cruise Ship
Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship, Norwegian Bliss, has begun its U.S. inaugural tour with stops in New York, Miami and Los Angeles before a christening in Seattle kicking off a season of cruises to Alaska.
Indian Tourist Dies in Stone-Throwing Protest in Kashmir
An Indian tourist was killed during a stone-throwing protest in Kashmir, officials said Tuesday, as the disputed region shut down for a third day over the killings of civilians and rebels during weekend gun battles and anti-India protests.
Atlantic City's Hard Rock and Ocean Resort Casino to Open on Same Day
Atlantic City's Ocean Resort Casino says it will open on the same day as the Hard Rock casino.
Airbnb Aims to Make Travel More Accessible for the Disabled
Last year Airbnb purchased Accomable, a web site that connected disabled travelers to verified, accessible properties.
Hotel Rooms by the Hour... or Minute?
Most hotels already offer quick checkout. Now, a growing number are selling briefer stays, too.
First Look: Antwerp's Dazzling New Diamond Museum
The DIVA museum has opened its doors to highlight the beauty and dazzle of the precious stones and the jewelry and silverware they have adorned through the ages.
New Way to See Art? Paris Museum Welcomes Naked Visitors
Visitors at a leading contemporary art museum in Paris didn't leave only their coats in the cloakroom - they left all their clothes.
The Pavilion at Fire Island Pines Announces All-Star DJ Lineup
The Pavilion at Fire Island Pines has announced its summer DJ lineup. The summer vacation mecca will host some of the country's top DJs to let the music play from Memorial Day, to Labor Day.
Cocktail Culture: Unusual Margaritas for Cinco de Mayo
Never mind that Cinco de Mayo is a relatively minor holiday in Mexico. The margarita gets a makeover at these destination-worthy watering holes.
EU Gives Free Train Tickets to Young People to Explore Europe
The European Union is convinced it has found a new way for young people to fall in love with neighboring countries - free train rides.
Hotels Giving Royal Treatment in Honor of Royal Wedding
Looking for the royal treatment? Check into a hotel the weekend of May 19.