For years now, profitable foreign-based airlines have offered newer, more luxurious aircraft than their poorer U.S.-based competitors. British Airways has…
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Taking the Kids — to a very special resort for special kids
Who wants ice cream for breakfast? At Give Kids the World Village near the Orlando theme parks, visiting kids can…
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Theme park security comes under scrutiny following gun discovery
When a senior citizen and her grandson visiting Orlando climbed aboard the Dinosaur dark ride at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom…
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Is it cool to ask out a flight attendant?
The wild “Coffee, Tea or Me” era of flying is long gone, but frequent fliers still want to know: is…
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Members of 1st US expedition to top Everest gather for 50th anniversary honors
BERKELEY, Calif. – It might be hard to conceive now, in an era of extreme sports and ultra-light equipment, but…
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Walk in the literal and literary footsteps of famous writers in London
LONDON – Walking toward the George Inn on a drizzly evening, yellow light from its bustling Parliament Bar spilling out…
Read MoreVintage footage shows Disneyland’s first days
Ever thought about the history behind “The Happiest Place on Earth?” Disneyland, Walt Disney’s magical metropolis, opened on July 17,…
Read MoreDizzying 360-degree view from the top of Dubai’s Burj Khalifa
Ever want to know what it looks like at the top of the world? Now you can catch a stomach-lurching…
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Taking the Kids — when travel plans are sidelined by government shutdown
I’m sorry. I’m sorry for any of you who are visiting a National Park, Washington, D.C., or had tickets to…
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How travelers can stay safe during a worldwide travel alert
The State Department, citing an Al Qaeda threat, warned tourists Friday to stay clear of Western-affiliated buildings, public transportation systems…
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