It can be tough to escape the drudgery of an airport layover, especially for seasoned travelers who've seen and done nearly everything. Sure...

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You’ve packed your new swimsuit and tucked that SPF into your carry-on, but before you hit the road, double-check to be sure you’ve got summ...

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You’ve packed your new swimsuit and tucked that SPF into your carry-on, but before you hit the road, double-check to be sure you’ve got summ...

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Now we’re no famous pilots, but it seems so counterintuitive: Wouldn't a pilot have an easier time if, instead of rushing into the gale, the...

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Did you know that for every 5 mph you drive over 50 mph, you're paying an extra 26 cents per gallon for gas? It's easier than you think to a...

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Did you know that for every 5 mph you drive over 50 mph, you're paying an extra 26 cents per gallon for gas? It's easier than you think to a...

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Have you ever walked through an airport and seen a toddler gripping an iPhone in their stroller? Kids apps, and kids playing on tablets and ...

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We had the best of times … we had the worst of times. Cheers and jeers for the trends we loved (and loathed) in 16 years of reporting the Ho...

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We had the best of times … we had the worst of times. Cheers and jeers for the trends we loved (and loathed) in 16 years of reporting the Ho...

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Perhaps Bob Dylan was right: maybe the answer really is blowing in the wind.At least that’s the hope at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, which is tackling the issue of high-energy costs by installing 40-foot wind turbines on its high-rise roof. Ho

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More than 92 million people flew through Atlanta in 2011, giving it the dubious honor of world’s busiest airport. This year is already looking bigger and better, thanks to a new terminal that can save up to 45 minutes in travel time." value="Mor

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When it comes to staying in shape while traveling, sticking to a workout plan can be a tricky endeavor. Yes, it’s possible to eke out a session in a cramped gym under glaring fluorescent lights (or, even more challenging, in a hotel room when no fitness c

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For travelers, it’s hard to beat the convenience and compact size of a smartphone or tablet — which, unfortunately, may also explain why more of them are going missing at the nation’s airports. From Miami to San Francisco, it seems people are boarding fli

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Sears jumped into the vacation layaway business last week with the launch of SearsVacations.com, offering an introductory sale of “100 vacations for less than $399" to destinations such as Orlando, Las Vegas, New York or the Caribbean.Smart? Maybe. B

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