Travel

Dust storm danger rises in the Southwest

winter means travelers should be wary

May 21, 2016

Travel

This pricing strategy can keep you guessing

industry tactic spreads

May 14, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

Why airline refunds are always up in the air

Gayle DeKellis forgot to do so when Aeroméxico downgraded her and her husband from business class to economy on a…

May 14, 2016

Travel

Giants of the deep star in San Diego exhibit

It’s a whale of an exhibition – literally. “Whales: Giants of the Deep,” an exhibition with multiple participatory activities that…

May 13, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

Beware: ‘New,’ ‘improved’ may give you less for more

The travel industry, flush with profits, is touting improvements to its products now, just as people begin to plan their…

May 7, 2016

Travel

Chinese zodiac sculptures turn heads in Boston

art awes, educates

May 7, 2016

Travel

The offseason can be the right time to travel

I say I was forlorn, and I was, but only partly: A winter visit to the dreamy deep-red caverns and…

May 6, 2016

Nation & World

Cheering Cubans greet first cruise ship from US in decades

People waving Cuban flags greet passengers on Carnival’s Adonia cruise ship as they arrive from Miami in Havana, Cuba, on…

May 2, 2016

Travel

In Nepal, pushing boundaries, finding peace on trek to Everest

We reach Everest Base Camp on a sunny but chilly afternoon, after an eight-day trek that stretched our physical and…

April 30, 2016

Travel

Planning tools for different types of travelers

are many ways to get what you want

April 30, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

In-flight Wi-Fi may be reason to pack a book

Just ask Priscilla York, who tries, but often fails, to connect when she travels. On one recent flight, the wireless…

April 30, 2016

Travel

Great American Eclipse draws tourists to path of totality

Hotel rooms already are going fast in Wyoming and other states along the path of next year’s solar eclipse. The…

April 30, 2016

Travel

Traveling in a group? Here’s how to do it right

Seasoned guide offers etiquette advice

April 23, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

Avoid paying too much for airline tickets

Three airlines – American, Delta and United – quietly changed how they price multi-city tickets online recently, often displaying dramatically…

April 23, 2016

Travel

Can you spot words and phrases Shakespeare invented?

The first folio of Shakespeare’s collected works is displayed at Christie’s in London. Published in 1623 the first folio contains…

April 23, 2016

Travel

Shakespeare’s hometown a magnet for fans of the bard

Stratford-upon-Avon marks 400 years since Shakespeare died

April 22, 2016

Regional News

Global flight reminds New Mexico lawmaker of world’s poverty, shared humanity

U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce, R-Hobbs, said the trip brought back memories of his time as a combat pilot in the…

April 22, 2016

Local News

Nonprofit could be helpful in recruiting new airline service

Outsiders may have more flexibility offering incentives

April 21, 2016

Travel

Walk among wonders of America’s first, finest landscape architect

It’s likely you’ve experienced the genius of Frederick Law Olmsted

April 16, 2016

Travel

Find fare, check fees: Tips for saving on flights

When booking your next airline ticket, travel experts recommend reading the fine print on the airline website. A cheap ticket…

April 16, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

That perfect vacation rental may be a scam

It came with its own concierge and a private pool and was only steps away from a rugged Caribbean beach.…

April 15, 2016

Travel

Touring London’s punk scene, 40 years later

to mark impact of Sex Pistols, The Clash

April 9, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

New sharing economy lacks pricing clarity

Lightly regulated companies such as Airbnb and Uber can make it as difficult as traditional travel sites – and sometimes…

April 9, 2016

Travel

Fliers beware: New airfare rule could be costly

Because of new pricing rules, travelers visiting several cities on one trip, especially those flying for business, are seeing airfares…

April 8, 2016

Travel

Hiking wine country: Napa Valley visitors want taste of the outdoors

Valley visitors seek taste of the outdoors

April 8, 2016

Travel

Exploring the sea cliffs and sad stories of Molokai

Thousands with leprosy once quarantined along dramatic northern shore

April 2, 2016

Travel

Timelooper app takes you back in history

London, the past is just a look away

April 2, 2016

Travel

Why to consider TSA’s PreCheck program

The Transportation Security Administration’s PreCheck program can help frequent travelers move through airport security more quickly.Ted S. Warren/Associated Press Q:…

April 2, 2016

The Travel Troubleshooter

For travelers, when to tip can be confusing

Gratuities, once limited to restaurant servers, bellhops and concierges, are being solicited more than ever, and travelers are prime targets.…

April 1, 2016

Business

At the airport: A long wait

brace for big security lines at airports

March 29, 2016