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CNN.com - Travel Updated : What to do if disaster hits your trip If disaster strikes when you are traveling, preparation before departure could be what keeps you safe and gets you home, experts say. Publ.Date : Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:06:33 EST US Airways fined for price advertising violation The Department of Transportation slapped US Airways with a $40,000 civil penalty Monday for violating price advertising rules. Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:05:20 EST Obama nominates ex-Army general to head TSA President Obama tapped a former Army general Monday to lead the Transportation Security Administration. Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:03:28 EST JetBlue offers $10 last-minute fares Looking for an affordable last-minute getaway? JetBlue Airways is celebrating its 10th birthday with a $10 one-day fare sale Monday on flights from New York to the airline's original 10 destinations. Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:02:17 EST What's new in Venice and Rome Rome and Venice are two of my favorite cities. But to enjoy these classic destinations fully, you need to be prepared for changes in 2010. Knowing about a few recent developments will make your visit smoother this year. Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:02:18 EST How safe is your cruise ship? The terrifying moments on board the Louis Majesty, a cruise ship hit by 26-foot waves off northeast Spain, may be prompting second thoughts among travelers considering a vacation at sea. Publ.Date : Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:11:15 EST Giant waves: Tall tales or alarming fact? Cinemagoers will be familiar with the thrill of giant waves. Publ.Date : Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:47:22 EST Low airfares that vanish in a click Now you see it. Now you don't. When you're airfare shopping, attractive prices can vanish in a split second. What's a traveler to do? Publ.Date : Fri, 05 Mar 2010 11:42:32 EST Additional airports to get full-body scanners, feds say The federal government is starting to deploy full-body imaging machines at an additional 11 airports across the United States, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced Friday. Publ.Date : Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:20:19 EST Haiti quake sparks 'voluntourism' When the going gets tough, the compassionate get going. The January earthquake in Haiti prompted a spike in interest in service vacations, several organizations report. Publ.Date : Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:29:29 EST RSS2Blog RSS Software

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USATODAY.com Travel - Top Stories 03/09/2010 07:13 AM JetBlue, Delta want exemptions from DOT ground-delay rule JetBlue and Delta want temporary exemptions from a new government rule that will limit the time passengers can be held on the ... 03/09/2010 03:00 AM Hotel deals bring travelers back to Phoenix After nearly a year and half of double-digit declines in occupancy rates, freebies and good deals appear to be drawing more visitors. 03/09/2010 03:00 AM Jamaica Music Museum will feature reggae greats Jamaica plans to open a music museum next year that officials say will feature rare pieces from the island's music history. 03/08/2010 10:22 PM NTSB: Pilots need air-hazard skills Accident investigators say new flight simulators could help correct the biggest killer in aviation: pilots who can't recover ... 03/09/2010 12:51 AM U.S. airlines look to Asia for growth Beleaguered U.S. airlines are increasingly looking to Asia to bolster their fortunes. 03/08/2010 03:00 PM Agritourism helps Tennessee farms stay in business Milking cows, watching chicks hatch, having a country wedding and picking melons are among the activities drawing city folks. 03/08/2010 03:20 PM Indonesian villages cash in on 'hobbit' craze The discovery of the remains in the Liang Bua cave in 2003 put the Flores excavation on the map. Suddenly, a steady stream of ... 03/09/2010 07:49 AM Historic ship adrift, on the block The SS United States, America's greatest ocean liner and the fastest ship of its kind ever to cross the Atlantic, is in "imminent ... 03/08/2010 03:03 AM Cincinnati Museum Center gets industry 'Oscar' When Cincinnati advertised the vacated Union Terminal for lease at just $1 a year in 1975, no one could have foreseen its return ... 03/08/2010 11:52 AM State parks get hit in budgets Lawmakers in at least a dozen states have contemplated the closure of up to 400 state parks this year, according to a National ... Top Of USA Today Section

Today in the Sky - USATODAY.com 03/09/2010 08:19 AM Continental CEO: We'll cancel flights instead of risking long-delay fines In a story just in off the news wires this morning, The Associated Press writes that "Continental Airlines plans to cancel flights rather than ... 03/09/2010 08:09 AM DOT hits US Airways with $40,000 penalty on fare display The Department of Transportation has fined US Airways $40,000 for not properly displaying total fare information on its website, The Associated ... 03/09/2010 07:56 AM WestJet finally unveils frequent-flier program Canada's second-biggest airline finally has a frequent-flier program. Reuters writes WestJet "launched its long-awaited loyalty program on Monday, ... 03/08/2010 07:09 AM JetBlue birthday sale: $10 fares on its first 10 routes JetBlue is celebrating its 10th anniversary by offering $10 one-way "Thank You" fares on its first 10 routes. Those routes are all to/from New ... 03/09/2010 07:02 AM JetBlue, Delta ask for exemptions from new rule on ground delays Delta and JetBlue have asked the Department of Transportation for a temporary exemption from new rule meant to protect passengers from long ground ... 03/09/2010 06:48 AM Airport Check-in: Denver International turns to solar to cut costs From USA TODAY's Airport Check-in column: Denver International has installed a second set of solar panels, which provide cheaper electricity ... 03/08/2010 11:59 AM Allegiant buys six 757 jets, announces plans to enter Hawaii market Allegiant Air announced plans for a major new destination Friday, saying it would acquire six used Boeing 757-200 jets that it plans to fly to ... 03/08/2010 06:30 AM Huntsville, Ala., becomes AirTran's newest city Huntsville, Ala., is the newest destination for low-cost carrier AirTran. The airline will start service to the city on May 27, when it adds ... 03/08/2010 05:38 AM Flight attendants press for hand-to-hand combat training as anti-terror measure The Association of Flight Attendants is pushing Congress to fund combat training as part of a four-point plan that the union says would improve ... 03/08/2010 05:33 AM Airport Check-in: Sprint promotes service with free 'MiFi' zone at JFK From USA TODAY's Airport Check-in column: Sprint is marketing its data network by providing free wireless Internet at New York JFK's Terminal ... Top Of USA Today Section

USATODAY.com Travel (Hotels) - Top Stories 03/01/2010 05:54 AM Haunted hotels' ghost stories can be good for business Hotels have long served as settings for ghost stories, and many are reputed to be haunted. 03/09/2010 03:00 AM Hotel deals bring travelers back to Phoenix After nearly a year and half of double-digit declines in occupancy rates, freebies and good deals appear to be drawing more visitors. 03/08/2010 06:55 AM Minn. lawmaker: No more violent hotel porn One Minnesota lawmaker wants state employees to stay out of hotels with violent porn while traveling for work. 03/07/2010 09:27 PM Ground zero hotel wants to attract 9/11 tourists Looking down into the construction site covering the 16 acres (6.5 hectares) where the World Trade Center once stood, some might ... 03/04/2010 08:14 PM Spa treatments on sale for $50 A massage at a big-name spa for $50 is virtually unheard of. 03/03/2010 03:50 PM Spring break travelers face higher airfares, lower hotel rates Average airfares for spring break are up from last year but hotel rates are down, according to data from Bing Travel and Travelocity. 02/25/2010 06:18 PM The eco-friendly win at Kimpton Hotels To lure travelers who care about carbon footprints, Kimpton Hotels is getting onboard with train riders and toasting eco-conscious ... 02/25/2010 10:53 AM Talking hotel bar trends with Rande Gerber Rande Gerber raised the bar for hotel lounges when he opened The Whiskey in Manhattan 18 years ago. 02/24/2010 03:00 PM South Africa investigates high World Cup hotel prices South Africa's tourism ministry has ordered an investigation into allegations that World Cup hotel prices are unreasonably high. 02/19/2010 01:26 PM Feds file to halt Starwood-Hilton espionage lawsuit Federal prosecutors have asked a court to halt a corporate espionage lawsuit between Starwood Hotels and Hilton, saying the litigation ... Top Of USA Today Section

USATODAY.com Travel (Destinations) - Top Stories 03/08/2010 11:52 AM State parks get hit in budgets Lawmakers in at least a dozen states have contemplated the closure of up to 400 state parks this year, according to a National ... 03/09/2010 03:00 AM Hotel deals bring travelers back to Phoenix After nearly a year and half of double-digit declines in occupancy rates, freebies and good deals appear to be drawing more visitors. 03/09/2010 03:00 AM Jamaica Music Museum will feature reggae greats Jamaica plans to open a music museum next year that officials say will feature rare pieces from the island's music history. 03/08/2010 03:00 PM Agritourism helps Tennessee farms stay in business Milking cows, watching chicks hatch, having a country wedding and picking melons are among the activities drawing city folks. 03/08/2010 03:20 PM Indonesian villages cash in on 'hobbit' craze The discovery of the remains in the Liang Bua cave in 2003 put the Flores excavation on the map. Suddenly, a steady stream of ... 03/08/2010 03:10 AM Ice Age baby mammoth on display in Chicago, first time ever in U.S. Some 42,000 years after scientists say she fell into mud near a river and suffocated to death, an intact baby woolly mammoth ... 03/08/2010 03:03 AM Cincinnati Museum Center gets industry 'Oscar' When Cincinnati advertised the vacated Union Terminal for lease at just $1 a year in 1975, no one could have foreseen its return ... 03/08/2010 03:00 AM Mexican travel rebounds as spring break crowds flock to Cancun Mexico's spring break king Cancun is rebounding quickly from last year's triple blow to its tourism industry caused by the ... 03/07/2010 03:00 AM Louisville Slugger Museum a must-see for baseball fans Grabbing a bat once swung by Johnny Bench brought a rush of cherished memories for James Montgomery during a visit to the Louisville ... 03/06/2010 03:01 AM Myrtle Beach, S.C., offers ways to vacation on a budget Myrtle Beach has a reputation as a family beach a workingman's destination where a week of sun and fun with the kids won't break ... Top Of USA Today Section

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NYT > Travel 03/06/2010 10:25 PM Surfacing: Where Centro Parties at Night In Mexico City?s historic district, Calle Regina?s mezcalerías and bars are luring visitors after dark. 03/08/2010 09:00 PM On the Road: Throwing Exit-Row Seats Into the ?For Sale? Bin Selling exit-row seats to all comers raise questions about whether all buyers are suitable to perform emergency evacuation procedures. 03/06/2010 10:31 PM Personal Journeys: Hiking Deep Into Dogon Country in Mali A growing number of Western tourists are traveling to West Africa to experience the rituals of daily life in the Dogon cliffside villages. 03/06/2010 10:01 PM Tuscany Without the Crowds With few tourists, the dead of winter is the time to visit Tuscany, when the landscape is bright green, locals fill the cafes, and the cuisine is at its best. 03/06/2010 10:34 PM 36 Hours in Palm Beach, Fla. This tiny island, north of Fort Lauderdale, boasts dreamy estates and wide, uncrowded beaches. 03/06/2010 10:33 PM Choice Tables: Buenos Aires for Those Who Shun Steaks A cluster of recently opened restaurants in the Palermo Hollywood neighborhood are serving tasty and fresh vegetarian fare. 03/06/2010 10:22 PM Practical Traveler: You Can?t Weatherproof a Flight Finding a new flight after a major weather cancellation is complicated. But certain strategies can pay off. 03/06/2010 10:29 PM Bites: Restaurant Review: Whiskey Soda Lounge in Portland, Ore. This stand-alone bar-restaurant does double duty as a boozy waiting room for Pok Pok?s patrons. 03/06/2010 10:26 PM Check In, Check Out: Hotel Review: Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas This 61-story hotel is huge, but thanks to thoughtful design, it also feels luxurious and, at times, even cozy. 03/05/2010 01:42 PM If You Can Stand Up, Who Cares if Surf?s Up? Paddleboarding while upright means venturing far and wide without having to hunt for waves. 03/05/2010 12:27 AM Swinging on the Hudson: An Unlikely Haven for Jazz Away from Manhattan?s urban frenzy, one man?s hospitality has created an intimate stage for top-tier musicians. 03/03/2010 09:19 AM Frugal Traveler: Snow Boots to Sockless, Briefly The Frugal Traveler finds a cheap flight to Miami and spends one day escaping New York City?s frigid slush. 03/04/2010 02:28 PM In Transit: Q&A: How to Combine Paris, England and Scotland ?My daughter and I are planning to take two weeks to travel from Chicago to Britain and perhaps Paris in July. Should I fly into Paris, or is it easier (and less expensive) to start in Britain?? 03/04/2010 02:48 PM Stimulus Programs That Roll at Night Washington?s night life has been heating up as dozens of new restaurants, bars and boutiques have opened in the Mid-City area over the last two years. 03/06/2010 10:15 PM Letters: Letter: El Greco at the Prado Top Of New York Times Section

NYT > Escapes 03/05/2010 01:42 PM If You Can Stand Up, Who Cares if Surf?s Up? Paddleboarding while upright means venturing far and wide without having to hunt for waves. 03/05/2010 12:27 AM Swinging on the Hudson: An Unlikely Haven for Jazz Away from Manhattan?s urban frenzy, one man?s hospitality has created an intimate stage for top-tier musicians. 03/05/2010 12:28 AM Breaking Ground: Sound-View Homes in North Carolina?s Waterfront A waterfront second-home community in Merry Hill, N.C. 02/27/2010 06:01 PM Frozen Vines (and Fingers) Yield a Sweet Reward The Niagara Peninsula in Ontario is ground zero for ice wine, whose grapes are ready for harvesting in the middle of winter. Top Of New York Times Section

Latest Travel Tips from ESL

Travel Documents Danny Ang -- 2010-02-04 05:35 Planning a trip requires a lot of information. You need to know where you are going, how you will get there and how long you will be gone. Tickets need to be purchased and hotel accommodations need to be secured. But is that all that you need to know before your departure? Actually, no. What kind of... Jet Lag Danny Ang -- 2010-02-04 05:34 Whether you travel for fun or for work, the more you go, the more the chance is that you will experience jet lag at some time. Your chances also increase the further you travel out of your own time zone. Jet lag can ruin a fun vacation, or hamper your productivity on a business trip, so it is best t... Handling Emergencies on Your Asian Trip Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:06 You've been pick-pocketed. You lost your passport, or you've had an accident and smashed up that cute little rental car. Maybe you had too much to drink and ran afoul of the local authorities. Emergencies of all sorts do occur while traveling, and some advance preparation and understanding of Asian ... Avoiding Airplane Etiquette Faux Pas Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:04 For every traveler, there is a faux pas waiting to happen that could easily be avoided if you spot it early in your travels. Here are some of the most common. The first is the "heavy carry" mistake, which anybody that has ever been smacked in the head with an oversized backpack will understand. Thos... Book Online and Be Your Own Travel Agent Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:02 The travel agency business has undergone big changes, mostly due to the existence of online travel sites and the ease of online booking. Those travel agents still have a few good tricks up their sleeves, but with a little diligence, you can find the best deal on your own. Don't play favorites Many t... Stretching Your Travel Dollar Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:01 Are you thinking about vacation travel in the near future? Think again, but this time, think about how to stretch your travel dollar and get more vacation for your money. See how much you can save by trying some of these tips from travelers who have learned how to save, and save big with simple and ... Ten Tips For First-Time Travelers Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 03:59 If it's your first time on an international flight to Asia, things may be a little confusing. Your trip will require a lot more planning than the short flight you took to visit Uncle Joe in Peoria last year. Here's a few tips for making that long trip go a little more smoothly. 1. Make sure your tic... The Best Airport Games to Pass the Time Louis Jones -- 2010-01-18 03:53 For all those who travel quite often to different parts of the world, airports are busy places, filled with rush, where everyone is in a hurry so that they do not miss their flight. But sometimes, situations arise when the very same airport environment becomes dull and stagnant, as it puts you in a ... Live Abroad Or Stay Here? Jason Shane -- 2010-01-18 03:51 Shall I live abroad or should I stay here? That's the question asked by many people every year. Many people have the dream of moving to an exotic country to either build their careers, settle down, or just live a different lifestyle. Some people end up carrying out this dream, others for whatever re... Travel Light and Enjoy Your Trip More Di McDonald -- 2010-01-18 03:48 When you are travelling a lot, you want to travel as lightly as possible. These days the airlines are getting stricter and stricter about the size and weight of luggage that you are able to take. There a number of things that you can do to make sure that you are travelling as lightly at the as possi...

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Lonely Planet Travelcasts 03/26/2008 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Sydney's Gay Mardi Gras Tattoos, tulle and eleven-inch heels: Sydney's gay community turn up the heat and take it to the streets. 03/19/2008 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Valley of the Giants Walk through the treetops with Fleur Bainger as she sways on a series of suspended bridges 40m above ground level. 01/22/2008 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Long Street, Cape Town Two miles' worth of clubs, music stores and boutique hotels: saunter down Cape Town's most cosmopolitan street. 12/28/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Australia's Tiwi Islands Meet an elder who paints his tribal songs, find out how to behave on the Islands and track down authentic art. 11/27/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Quickie Cairo Car horns and the call to prayer - take an aural tour of Cairo and get a taste for the latest short-break hotspot. 11/20/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Call to Prayer First sung by a freed black slave, the call to prayer is a vital part of the Islamic tradition. Baxter Jackson visits the Middle East to find out all about it. 10/23/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Scotland's Tiree Island Got a hunger for fresh lobster, surfing and swimming with seals? Poppy Stockell finds all three on a tiny island off Scotland's west coast. 10/16/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Swimming with Whale Sharks Dive in with Fleur Bainger as she heads to Coral Bay and gets up close and personal with whale sharks and their 300-tooth smiles. 09/24/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: The Day Tripper's Guide to Brighton You've heard the podcast, now get the facts on Brighton and get to Britain's famous seaside. 09/10/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Iceland Elves Is hearing believing? Listen in to the wild tales of Iceland's resident gnomes, dwarves, elves and hidden people. 08/21/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Sarawak Malaysia's biggest party delivers the best local sounds - not to mention Polish bagpipes. 08/07/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Chiang Mai How to get there and why you should venture beyond the Old City for legendary temples, the best massage and DIY BBQ 07/31/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Off-Beat Bangkok Want to escape the bustle of Bangkok? Just get off the main roads and into the canals, back- alleys and Skytrains. 07/24/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Drive-thru Andorra Mountains one minute, Gucci and Prada the next - strap yourself in for a high-speed aural roadtrip through Andorra. 07/10/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: El Salvador - A New Start El Salvador has shaken off the strife of the past and is ready for a new chapter. Listen to the locals and their visions for the future. Top Of Misc Travel Destinations & News Section

ASIA Travel Tips.com 03/09/2010 10:21 AM The Broome Gorgeous Girls & Pearls Safari The Broome Gorgeous Girls & Pearls Safari. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Banyan Tree Co-Founder Appointed as First Asia Vice-Chair for Caux Round Table Banyan Tree Co-Founder Appointed as First Asia Vice-Chair for Caux Round Table. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Continental Airlines Moves Denver Flights to Concourse B Continental Airlines Moves Denver Flights to Concourse B. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Gatwick Express launches 10% Discount Promotion Gatwick Express launches 10% Discount Promotion. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Travelport Partners Net Trans to Provide Hotel Commission Recovery Services Travelport Partners Net Trans to Provide Hotel Commission Recovery Services. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Emirates to Launch Flights to Dakar, Senegal Emirates to Launch Flights to Dakar, Senegal. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Lufthansa launches New Mobile App - MemberScout Lufthansa launches New Mobile App - MemberScout. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Six Senses Promotes Peter Nilsson to MD Gulf of Thailand Six Senses Promotes Peter Nilsson to MD Gulf of Thailand. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Mandarin Oriental Miami launches 10th Anniversary Promotion Mandarin Oriental Miami launches 10th Anniversary Promotion. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Jet Airways Celebrates Women's Day with Promotion Jet Airways Celebrates Women's Day with Promotion. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Emirates launches World Cup Competition for GCC Residents Emirates launches World Cup Competition for GCC Residents. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM W Retreat & Spa - Maldives launches Free Night Promotion W Retreat & Spa - Maldives launches Free Night Promotion. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Boeing's Phantom Eye - Hydrogen Powered Vehicle - Takes Shape Boeing's Phantom Eye - Hydrogen Powered Vehicle - Takes Shape. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Singapore Targets 11.5 - 12.5 Million Visitor Arrivals in 2010 Singapore Targets 11.5 - 12.5 Million Visitor Arrivals in 2010. 03/09/2010 10:21 AM Raffles Tianjin launches Introductory Promotion Raffles Tianjin launches Introductory Promotion. Top Of Misc Travel Destinations & News Section

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