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More Hands on Deck

Kindness of others helps launch dream to sail the world

VENTURA, Calif. – My best friends Eric, Pam, Tyler and I are setting foot on a sailboat to begin sailing…

November 2, 2013

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America’s gateway reopens

Island was inundated by Superstorm Sandy’s floodwaters

November 2, 2013

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$1.9 million in gold bars found in toilet of Middle Eastern plane

The Daily Mail of London says “cleaners stumbled across the bullion when they were cleaning the plane’s bathroom” earlier this…

November 2, 2013

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Are cruise ships becoming too large to operate safely?

Cruise ships keep getting bigger, and more popular. The Cruise Lines International Association said that last year its North American…

November 2, 2013

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You will be afraid

Abandoned Philadelphia prison will scare even the daring

October 19, 2013

The Travel Troubleshooter

Pre-Check plan raises major privacy concerns

Pre-Check offers an appealing shortcut past the often long airport security lines. After you pay an enrollment fee and submit…

October 19, 2013

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Around U.S., Halloween attractions ask guests to take part

Now, visitors aren’t just shrieking at the sight of zombies – they’re shooting them with paintball guns at Saint Lucifer’s…

October 19, 2013

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New seats let airlines squeeze in passengers

Southwest Airlines aircraft technicians install skinnier seats on a 737. The new seats will allow Southwest to add an extra…

October 19, 2013

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5 freebies for you in Albuquerque

Albuquerque, New Mexico’s largest city, has a history that stretches back to the days of the Spanish conquistadors. They were…

October 5, 2013

The Travel Troubleshooter

Don’t let travel insurance stick you with a bill

But she wasn’t, at least not in the way she thought. When she filed a claim for the $565 she…

October 5, 2013

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What to pay, when to fly during Thanksgiving week

In fact, if you know you’ll be stuck traveling the busiest days (translation: most expensive days), you need to shop…

October 5, 2013

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Not-so-roughing-it: ‘Glamping’ in New York

offer chance to sleep outdoors in the Big Apple

October 5, 2013

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Golden loop

Mexico’s Enchanted Circle a quick, colorful autumn tour

October 5, 2013

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Berlin bravely shares its ignoble past

City’s many ghosts a challenge to the soul

September 28, 2013

The Travel Troubleshooter

What to do when river cruise becomes bus tour

But when they arrived at the port, a cruise line representative informed them of a change in plans. Flooding along…

September 28, 2013

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Bucket list bars: Places to drink at before you die

Authors Clint Lanier and Derek Hembree, friends and drinking buddies since college, choose their bars based on history and patrons.…

September 28, 2013

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Dinner in Paris

decades, this expat has hosted Sunday night parties

September 28, 2013

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5 fun freebies in Boise, Idaho

A mountain biker rides the Polecat Loop in the Ridge to Rivers trail system in Boise, Idaho. The foothills are…

September 14, 2013

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Bikes and craft beers

N.M. to Vermont to Oregon, cycling tours pedal to breweries

September 14, 2013

The Travel Troubleshooter

Merger to slow online booking competition

All three things could happen, actually, but the conjecture surrounding the announcement reminded me of the fallout from the last…

September 14, 2013

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2 killed, tourists hurt in Papua New Guinea attack

The six attackers, armed with machetes, spears and guns, descended on the group Tuesday afternoon at a camping area along…

September 14, 2013

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In Jamaica, (illegal) tours for pot lovers

Caribbean nation considers legalization to help tourism, economy

September 14, 2013

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Hotels offer groceries as alternative to room service

Hotels are increasingly arranging for guests to get food deliveries from outside vendors as an alternative to room service, which…

September 14, 2013

The Travel Troubleshooter

‘Act of God’ excuses can be challenged

Usually, the weather – often referred to as an “act of God” in a ticket contract – is a perfectly…

August 31, 2013

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Adventure not over for Lonely Planet founder

Wheeler’s new book chronicles travels in Congo, Colombia, Pakistan

August 31, 2013

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Now might be time to set sail on a cruise

The reason has little to do with cruise prices, which are rapidly sinking. The average cabin for two costs just…

August 31, 2013

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Cruising Alaska

Alternatives to pricey excursions when you reach a port

August 31, 2013

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Airline seats get a makeover

August 31, 2013

The Travel Troubleshooter

Now is the time to get real about real-time airfares

Instead, she found trouble. Every time the American Airlines website asked her to select a return flight, it came back…

August 17, 2013

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Smokejumper base features parachute corps

The smokejumper training base in Missoula gives visitors a look at the preparation and skill required of men and women…

August 17, 2013