Active Expert: Jim Kaese
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D.C.'s National Gallery pairs portraits with armor
An exhibition of Spain's royal armor matches some of the one-of-a-kind suits for the first time with portraits of monarchs wearing ... ... More
Traveling with the Stars: Bryan Cranston
Emmy winner Bryan Cranston just wrapped his second season on AMC's drama Breaking Bad. ... More
Cheap flights to Latin America on low-cost carriers
On-the-ground savings, especially compared to pricier destinations such as Western Europe, make these destinations an even better ... ... More
United systems back online, O'Hare lines 'easing'
A computer problem temporarily disrupted United Airlines flights at O'Hare International Airport on Thursday, causing long delays ... ... More
Plimoth Plantation adds two new programs
The living history attraction has added a story hour for children and a re-enactment of what a religious service would have been ... ... More
Sizzling summer deals at Las Vegas hotels
If you want to stay where high-rollers do, now's the time. ... More
Plane diverted to Albuquerque after passenger disrobes mid-flight
A US Airways flight to Los Angeles was diverted to Albuquerque after a passenger removed all of his clothing mid-flight, forcing ... ... More
Sears Tower unveils 103rd floor glass balconies
Visitors to the Sears Tower's new glass balconies all seem to agree: The first step is the hardest. ... More
Visit charming Charleston, S.C., on the cheap
You don't need deep pockets to enjoy this town of pastel buildings, narrow alleys and quaint, secluded gardens. ... More
Traveler's Aide: Book with care on foreign travel websites
Michelle Woody found Hainan Airlines' website bewildering, and mistakenly booked multiple tickets for her trip. ... More
Fans pay tribute to Michael Jackson at sites around the world
Less than a week after Jackson's sudden death in Los Angeles, his fans are bringing new notoriety to sites associated with the ... ... More
Slot machines to help fix Miami airport's financial woes?
Slot machines may be headed to Miami International Airport. ... More
Delta Air Lines to stop flying to Dubuque, Iowa
Delta Airlines has told Dubuque Regional Airport officials that it will stop serving the tiny two-carrier airport in August. ... More
New MGM Mirage resort to be built near Cairo
The MGM Grand New Giza will house 550 rooms and an electric train will provide access to the Egyptian antiquities museum. ... More
Alabama hopes 'ghost trail' will scare up more tourism dollars
City officials here and across the USA are increasingly turning to ghost tales and trails to boost tourism. ... More
The Land and Words of Mary Oliver, the Bard of Provincetown
For venturing into a hidden but intensely alive corner of Cape Cod, there’s an insightful guidebook in the lyrical words of this poet. ... More
36 Hours in Madison, Wis.
Long pigeonholed as a hotbed for frat parties and activism, the town also has a vibrant side brimming with arts, culture and food. ... More
Choice Tables: Alive and Evolving: the Paris Bistro
Offering reliable and affordable food, the bistro choices are better than they have been in years. ... More
Journeys: Japanese Baseball: Root, Root, Root and Buy Me Some Eel
Attending a baseball game provides an illuminating peek into Japanese culture and an opportunity to taste some culinary curiosities. ... More
Explorer: Tasting Slovenian Cuisine Right at the Source
The Karst, in the country’s southwest region, is known for its gastronomic heritage and family farms that welcome travelers. ... More
Surfacing: Skid Row to Hip in Toronto
The young and artsy are taking advantage of empty storefronts and low-slung houses in the Junction section of the city. ... More
Practical Travel: Twitter Comes to the Rescue
From bad airplane seats to poor room service, customers are getting surprisingly fast responses to their tweets. ... More
Q&A: Day Trips From Limerick
"I'll be staying in Limerick and I would like to make short one- or half-day trips when I have free time." ... More
Frugal Traveler: Hunting for Treasure in Paris's Marchés aux Puces
In the city's legendary flea markets, the Frugal Traveler hopes to find some prized items and bargains among the bric-a-brac. ... More
Heads Up: In Spain, Paper Too Beautiful to Use
Quality handmade papers like fine stationary and marbled binding papers have a lengthy and revered tradition in this country. ... More
Globespotters: Rome, Mumbai and Prague
Gay hot spots in Rome, Hindu temples in Mumbai and the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in Prague. ... More
Bites: Restaurant Review: BioMio, Copenhagen
The dishes at this entirely organic restaurant are vegetable-loaded, simple and tasty. ... More
Check In, Check Out: Hotel Review: The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Coast, Calif.
The hotel is not directly on the beach, but the glass-enclosed terraces provide perfect views of the sea. ... More
Celebrating the Sounds of Appalachian Strings
For 85 years, strummers, pickers and fiddlers have met in the North Carolina hills on a spring weekend to play homage to old-time music. ... More
On the Road: Cutting Those Carry-Ons Down to Size
A bill recently introduced in Congress would standardize the size of carry-on bags and require the Transportation Security Administration to enforce the limits. ... More
Airline Has Nothing to Hide. Really.
The in-flight safety instructional video and a companion ad series show employees of Air New Zealand unclothed, concealed only by body-painted uniforms and strategically placed props.... More
The Haggler: Who Exactly Is Protected by ‘Travel Protection’?
Think you’re getting a refund? Check the fine print. ... More
Comings and Goings: Travel Deals: A 400th Birthday for Bermuda
Bermuda is offering several money-saving packages at some of its most luxurious hotels. ... More
Comings and Goings: The Fabric of Italian Art
The Italian fashion house Missoni, known for its kaleidoscopic fabrics, is the subject of the exhibition "Workshop Missoni: Daring to be Different.". ... More
Comings and Goings: Places You've Seen at the Movies
The creators of "Museyon Guides' Film + Travel," a new travel guide trilogy, locate some of the most memorable scenes from the movies and organize them into books. ... More
Letters: Letter: In Avignon
To the Editor: The “arts festival” Joe Nocera mentions in his article “Seeing Provence from the Slow Lane” (June 14) is one of the oldest and most prestigious theater festivals in the world. If you’re... More
Letters: Letter: Near Urbino
To the Editor: I greatly enjoyed “Lessons in Renaissance Cool” (June 21) on Urbino, Italy. However, I wish mention had been made of the proximity of tiny San Marino to Urbino. Surely visitors should i... More
Letters: Letter: Cape Breton Music
To the Editor: Regarding your Q&A column on what to do on Cape Breton Island (June 21): Music is the heart of Cape Breton and is found everywhere. No visitor should miss out on a ceilidh, or a barn da... More
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