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Stimulus Projects Worsen Holiday Traffic Woes
Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:08:39 EDT
This year, the normal hassles of dodging construction delays have been exacerbated by some 12,000 or more highway projects funded by the federal stimulus program.
Big Buses May Require Seat Belts
Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:57:48 EDT
A proposed rule by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration would make seat belts a requirement on all new motor coaches.
In Flight, More Dust-Ups
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:38:34 EDT
In Travel Watch, Jonnelle Marte reports on altercations between passengers and flight attendants; Labor Day getaways; a website that aggregates news for states affected by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and an iPhone travel app.
Extended-Stay Looks Up
Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:47:23 EDT
The recession and business cost-cutting has hurt the hotel industry over the past two years—with one exception: extended-stay hotels. Plus, a San Andrés island airport reopens, and more.
Berlin Broods Over Glitz Invasion
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:57:11 EDT
In a city proud of its underground scene, a trendy new social club feeds angst about elitism.
Puglia's Fiery Pizzica
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 23:37:09 EDT
As Salento draws crowds, so too does a music born in the fields of Italy's heel.
Are Frequent-Flier Deals Worth It?
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:56:26 EDT
Buying frequent-flier miles rarely makes sense. It can be hard to find the award tickets or upgrades you want, and they're often cashed in for cheap tickets, resulting in a low return on their value.
Roadside Attractions Face Tough Market
Mon, 30 Aug 2010 07:03:36 EDT
Mom-and-Pop roadside attractions are struggling for their share of the tourist dollar. They suffer from a weak economy, changes in travel habits and kids unlikely to be wowed by stationary dinos and miniature golf.
City Walk: Luang Prabang
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:12:20 EDT
Fifteen years ago Luang Prabang was off the beaten path to all but the most intrepid travelers. Today this northern Laotian city receives hundreds of thousands of visitors a year.
China's Alibaba Expands Travel Unit
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:26:54 EDT
Alibaba Group, which operates China's biggest e-commerce site, said it is expanding its travel business to include international airline-ticket sales and plans to undercut rivals' prices.
Magazine Shows the Real Afghanistan
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 09:22:53 EDT
Safi Airways, a start-up Afghan airline, ventures where few air carriers dare to go: Its in-flight magazine tells the ugly truth about the place where you're about to land.
Decoding Airline Ticket Costs
Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:55:51 EDT
The price you pay for an airline ticket is driven by a number of variables: competition, passengers, the route and operating costs. The biggest factor, by far, is whether discount airlines fly in a market.
Treats in Vietnam's Imperial Capital
Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:20:36 EDT
Hue, Vietnam's old capital city, serves up banh beo, a popular between-meals pastry stuffed with pork and shrimp.
Excessive U.S. Runway Delays Drop
Tue, 10 Aug 2010 22:47:47 EDT
U.S. airlines in June slashed the number of flights held on the tarmac for more than three hours, this time without canceling more flights, according to new data from the federal government.
Trowulan: Indonesia's Ancient Empire
Fri, 13 Aug 2010 10:59:02 EDT
Escape the frenzy of Indonesia's second-largest city with a drive from Surabaya to the peaceful remains of a centuries-old imperial capital.
Bulgaria Wants More Tourists
Tue, 17 Aug 2010 22:10:24 EDT
Tourists come to Bulgaria for the beaches and the historic cities—and for the low prices. But the country's tourism sector is struggling to take a step up the quality ladder.
Hotels Get Facelifts
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 02:08:35 EDT
In Travel Watch, Courtney Banks reports on the renovation of 5-star hotels in London and Paris and on tourism in New Orleans.
A Red-Light District Off the Beaten Path
Tue, 24 Aug 2010 02:48:46 EDT
Way off the beaten track in an impoverished corner of Osaka lies western Japan's largest brothel zone -- a place that says much about Japan's attitude toward urban decay, architectural preservation and prostitution.
Flight Attendant's Chute Exit, Now Animated
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:56:10 EDT
NextMedia's latest work tells the tale of the flight attendant who exited via emergency chute, after a profanity-laced address to passengers.
After Hours: Delhi
Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:00:50 EDT
What to do when the sun goes down in this northern Indian city: A club in a garden, and other charms.
Ranking the Airlines by Fuel Efficiency
Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:47:43 EDT
Just as some cars are more fuel efficient than others, there's a big spread in fuel economy among airlines. Find out which three major airlines are the biggest gas guzzlers.
Mexican Tourism's Struggle
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:52:29 EDT
In Travel Watch, Willa Plank reports on travel to Mexico, online tracking of skiers' activities, a lodging-industry forecast, and travel deals.
Soul Food à la Française
Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:41:15 EDT
Savoring fouée, the puffy, delicacy-stuffed bread, is a mouthwatering trip into France's distant past.
Luxury Meets Tradition in Guatemala
Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:19:14 EDT
Aldous Huxley once called Lake Atitlán, deep in the Mayan highlands and surrounded by three volcanoes, "the most beautiful lake in the world." Today, visitors can boat from fancy hotels to villages that honor ancient gods.
Difficulty in Improving Airline Safety
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:28:40 EDT
This year may end up being the worst of the past five years for airline crashes worldwide, and that doesn't count some high-profile military and private-plane fatal accidents that killed major political figures.
Japanese Men Vacation With Virtual Girls
Wed, 01 Sep 2010 09:46:58 EDT
More than 1,500 male fans of the Japanese dating-simulation game LovePlus+ have flocked to resort town Atami for a date with their videogame character girlfriends.
Tracking Planes on Ground
Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:19:30 EDT
New technology helps airports manage their ground traffic and enables airlines to beat hefty fines for long stays on the tarmac.
Fiji Becomes a Volatile Paradise
Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:06:10 EDT
The outlook for Fiji appears increasingly grim as the international community bickers with its military leader and its economy falters.
New Baggage Screening Tested in San Jose
Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:56:09 EDT
San Jose airport recently installed an expensive new baggage screening system that officials are calling "the most advanced in the world." But the airport has experienced several hiccups in service and technology.
A Smackdown in Shanghai
Mon, 23 Aug 2010 23:25:24 EDT
World Wrestling Entertainment brought its spandex-clad, muscle-bound behemoths to perform in China for the first time.