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London City Airport Shuts Down Due to Unexploded WWII Bomb
All flights in and out of London City Airport were canceled Monday after a 500-kilogram (1,100-pound) unexploded World War II-era bomb was found nearby in the River Thames.
First Look: Germany's Carnival Parades
Millions of dressed-up revelers took to the streets across Germany on Monday to celebrate Carnival with elaborate costumes, chocolates and fervor.
Puerto Vallarta Sets New Hotel Occupancy Record
Puerto Vallarta has set a new record in hotel occupancy and international arrivals with the closure of 2017, receiving even more visitors than expected.
Snowy Paris Gets Raves from Tourists Even with Eiffel Closed
Snow and freezing rain pummeled parts of France on Friday, shutting down the Eiffel Tower but covering Paris in a gorgeous coat of white.
International Arrivals to U.S. Continue to Slide
The latest government statistics on international arrivals to the U.S. shows they continued to slide through last summer.
Airline 'Bumping' of Passengers Falls to Lowest Rate Ever
Airlines bumped passengers off flights at the lowest rate on record last year after United Airlines was pilloried when a passenger was dragged off a full plane.
Winter Wonderland: Discovering Gstaad, Switzerland
For winter travelers - skiers, snowboarders, or those who simply like to imbibe during après ski regardless of whether or not they've made it onto the slopes - there is no place more picturesque and luxurious than Gstaad, Switzerland.
Lufthansa's New Look
Lufthansa revealed its new, modernized brand image to customers and employees this week at two major events at the Frankfurt and Munich hubs.
Reinventing Spring Break
Spring break isn't just about "fly and flop" anymore - heading to a beach where you lie in the sun all day drinking pina coladas.
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest independent hotel brand with more than 650 member hotels, resorts and residences across 85 countries, celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Big Birthday for Big Easy: New Orleans Marks 300 Years
The Big Easy is celebrating a big birthday this year: 300 years since New Orleans was founded.
Ex-Alaska Airlines Pilot to Plead Guilty to Flying Drunk
A former Alaska Airlines pilot will plead guilty in California to a charge of flying a passenger plane while drunk.
Lonely Planet Names California's Redwood Forest as 2018's #1 U.S. Destination
Lonely Planet, the travel guidebook company, put California's Redwood Coast No. 1 on its top 10 list of U.S. destination for 2018 .
Cruise Control: New Ships and Trends for 2018
What's new in cruising for 2018? As usual, there's lots of razzle-dazzle - laser tag, water slides, zip lines and massive LED screens - along with a continued emphasis on healthy lifestyle options, from dining to fitness.
Don't Miss: OUTsider Queer Transmedia Festival, Feb. 14-18
OUTsider, a mischievous non-profit queer transmedia festival and conference celebrating creative nonconformity and cross-disciplinary play, will take place February 14-18, 2018 in Austin, TX.
Putting on the Ritz: Paris Hotel Auctions Luxury Pieces
From bathtubs to beds, decorative sofas to minibars, Paris's glitzy Ritz hotel is auctioning off some 10,000 pieces of furniture and decorative objects emblematic of the luxury it offers its wealthy clients.
United Joins Delta in Tightening Rules for Comfort Animals
United Airlines wants to see more paperwork before passengers fly with emotional-support animals - and don't even try to bring a peacock on board.
Robot Makes Coffee at New Tokyo Cafe
Japan has a new robot cafe where customers can enjoy coffee brewed and served by a robot barista.
Cuban Skateboarders Find New Place to Rip and Roll
Cuba's small but exuberant skateboard movement has carved out a new space for itself, helped by a Cuban-American skate shop owner.
Travel Becomes Inspiration for Home Decor
Many interior decorators, home goods manufacturers and trend spotters have embraced the travel theme. Some people decorate with pieces they bought on vacation or that remind them of past trips.