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L.A.'s Outdoor Movie Scene: Bigger and Better in 2018
It's that time of year again, and the never-ending list of outdoor and rooftop screenings gets bigger and bigger every year in L.A. Here's a list of options for your fresh air movie-going needs.
Andy Steves: Travel Guidebook & Tours For a New Generation
Andy Steves grew up traveling with his dad, Rick Steves, the well-known guidebook writer, tour operator and PBS show host. He's now offering his own brand of travel advice and recommendations for a new generation.
A Tech-Free Vacation - Could You Do It?
Would you take a trip if you couldn't use your cellphone? A new tour company called Off the Grid is asking travelers to put their cellphones away and not even use them for photos.
Wyndham-Owned Hotel Chains Tweak Brand Name
Some familiar hotel chains are getting their names tweaked. Wyndham Hotel Group announced Tuesday that it's adding the words "by Wyndham" to 12 hotel brand names.
Losing Your Luggage Sucks - Losing Your Identity Is Worse
Being aware of this vulnerability and adopting prudent mobile-computing habits can go a long way to keeping your personal information safe. Here are some tips to protect your identity while you're on the road.
American Revolution Museum Winning Battle for Tourists
The Museum of the American Revolution is a year old this month and officials say it has landed a decisive victory in capturing tourists' attention in a city with lots of revolutionary competition.
Alaska Tourism Suffers Amid Marketing Budget Cuts
The leaders of Alaska's largest travel industry trade group are looking for ways to fill a void in their marketing budget created by cuts from lawmakers.
St. Regis Mexico City Introduces New Mixology Program
The St. Regis Mexico City has introduced a new mixology program at the hotel's recently renovated King Cole Bar.
Sneak Peek: 5 Pride Festivals Worth Traveling For in May
Pride season is officially kicking into high gear, and 2018 is a great year to explore queer celebrations further afield. Here's a rundown of the top U.S. and international Pride festivals happening in May.
First Look: Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas
Take an insider's look at the largest cruise ship in the world, Royal Caribbean's Symphony of the Seas.
Called a 'Cesspool,' Philippines to Shut Polluted Isle Boracay
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the closure of the tourist destination of Boracay for up to six months after saying the waters off its famed white-sand beaches had become a "cesspool" due to overcrowding and development.
Proud Beyond Pride: Discovering Tampa Bay's Diversity
Tampa Bay just celebrated Pride, but it's the people that make this Gulf Coast city a LGBTQ-friendly destination 365 days per year.
A New Travel Model? Pay a Local $25/Day for Trip-Planning
For a flat fee of $25 a day, travelers can use a service called ViaHero to hire locals on the ground to plan out their trips, arranging everything from lodging and airport pickup to sightseeing and dining.
Interior Dept. Backs Away From National Parks Fee Hikes
The Interior Department is backing down from a plan to impose steep fee increases at popular national parks in the face of widespread opposition from elected officials and the public.
Jazzed Up in Cape Town
The Cape Town International Jazz Festival now must be ranked as one of the very best. There wasn't a dud among the event's 41 acts, who took over five stages at the sprawling, ultra-modern Cape Town Convention Centre March 23 and 24.
Ptown's Christopher's By The Bay Earns Fodor's Best Award
Fodor's, the leading name in travel guides for more than 80 years, has announced that Christopher's by the Bay Bed & Breakfast has been awarded a Fodor's Best as one of The Best Adults-Only Hotels in Cape Cod for Peak Relaxation.
Tourists Scramble Amid French Train Strikes
French commuters squeezed into scarce trains Wednesday while tourists rearranged travel plans as one of the world's most-traveled rail networks endured a second consecutive day of strike action.
How Do You Make a Destination Autism-Friendly?
An organization called Champion Autism Network is working with hotels, restaurants and other venues to make Myrtle Beach autism-friendly.
Italy's Robert Concierge Explores AI for Customer Service
Developed by Japan's Softbank Robotics, Robby as he has been christened by the hotel where he's resident has been taught a list of question.
More Than Love: Italy's Casanova Museum
A museum is opening in the Venetian hometown of Giacomo Casanova, the 18th-century adventurer and bon vivant, in hopes of educating visitors about more than just his notorious womanizing.