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CNN.com - Travel Updated : Air traffic jams in NY likely to jump Flying in and out of New York -- which is usually no picnic -- is likely to get worse this spring. A new rule on tarmac delays, possible exemptions to that rule and a runway closure may create a perfect storm for travelers. Publ.Date : Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:37:46 EST 'Tuscan Sun' author on Italy's pleasures Many authors can move readers with their words, but Frances Mayes has the power to actually make readers move. Her new book might tempt some more would-be Tuscans. | Excerpt | Recipe | Publ.Date : Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:49:33 EST Unruly passenger admits disrupting flight A Texas man who became enraged when a flight attendant refused to serve him alcohol and spent part of a flight locked in the lavatory has pleaded guilty to interfering with an airline flight crew. Publ.Date : Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:04:19 EST Man whose kiss caused airport security scare pleads guilty A New Jersey man who breached security to give his girlfriend a kiss, causing scores of flight delays, pleaded guilty Tuesday to defiant trespass, his lawyer said. Publ.Date : Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:42:49 EST Delta, JetBlue request exemption to tarmac delay rule A runway closure at John F. Kennedy International Airport has prompted JetBlue Airways and Delta Air Lines to ask for a temporary exemption at JFK to a rule designed to keep planeloads of passengers from getting stranded on the tarmac. Publ.Date : Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:50:12 EST Payment stopped on my compensation Alaska Airlines pays Ashley Cates $239 when she's bumped from her flight. Then it stops payment on the check. Why? And is there anything she can do to get the money back? Publ.Date : Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:05:25 EST What to do if disaster hits your trip If disaster strikes when you are traveling, preparation before departure could be what keeps you safe and gets you home, experts say. Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:26:42 EST US Airways fined for price advertising violation The Department of Transportation slapped US Airways with a $40,000 civil penalty Monday for violating price advertising rules. Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:36:12 EST Obama nominates ex-Army general to head TSA President Obama tapped a former Army general Monday to lead the Transportation Security Administration. Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:37:16 EST What's new in Venice and Rome Rome and Venice are two of my favorite cities. But to enjoy these classic destinations fully, you need to be prepared for changes in 2010. Knowing about a few recent developments will make your visit smoother this year. Publ.Date : Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:02:18 EST Rss Feed Reader Increase Online Traffic

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USATODAY.com Travel - Top Stories 03/10/2010 03:00 AM Traveler's Aide: Canceled cruise ship bookings leave Olympic visitors high and dry Little more than a week before the Games' opening, all accommodation bookings aboard the Norwegian Star were unceremoniously ... 03/10/2010 02:48 PM Follow in the footsteps of Moses on Mount Sinai Sinai is an important site for Jews, Christians and Muslims alike, and every night, hundreds of pilgrims make the climb. 03/10/2010 12:24 PM American, British Airways, Iberia to cede airport slots in London and N.Y. British Airways, American Airlines and Iberia have offered to give away takeoff and landing slots at London and New York airports ... 03/10/2010 10:35 AM One million volunteers register for free Disney tickets Disney reached its goal Tuesday of getting 1 million people to sign up for a day of volunteer work in exchange for a free one-day ... 03/10/2010 07:11 AM After Christmas incident, no-fly list nearly doubled An intelligence official says the government has nearly doubled the number of people on the no-fly list since the attempted Christmas ... 03/10/2010 03:00 AM Hanford nuclear site tours fill up fast Hundreds waited until midnight to sign up on line for a limited number of tours of the nuclear reservation. 03/09/2010 10:38 PM Branson Airport's airline, Branson AirExpress, takes off Last year, Branson opened the nation's first privately built commercial airport. This year, the airport is trying to start its ... 03/10/2010 10:00 AM Airlines launch 2-day summer airfare sale Steep discounts are available to fliers in the next two days in what one industry analyst calls "the first big summer fare sale" ... 03/10/2010 08:02 AM Michelle Obama donates ball gown to Smithsonian Michelle Obama said Tuesday that she'll always cherish the moment she slipped into her inaugural ball gown, a one-shouldered, ... 03/10/2010 07:58 AM Pancake house has been serving Smoky Mountains visitors for 50 years The experience is pure Americana, embraced by mountain mist, where you feast on wallet-friendly food served with down-home accents. Top Of USA Today Section

Today in the Sky - USATODAY.com 03/10/2010 12:32 PM AA, BA, Iberia to cede airport slots in New York and London To ease European Union antitrust concerns, three airlines are offering to give away takeoff and landing slots in New York and London. 03/10/2010 12:10 PM Airlines improved on-time performance in January U.S. airlines' on-time arrival performance improved in January, according to monthly federal data released Tuesday. 03/10/2010 12:09 PM Airlines launch 2-day summer airfare sale In case you missed this story in today's USA TODAY: 03/10/2010 12:08 PM Branson Airport's airline, Branson AirExpress, takes off In case you missed this story in today's USA TODAY: 03/10/2010 12:06 PM U.S. airlines look to Asia for growth In case you missed this story in yesterday's USA TODAY: 03/10/2010 11:42 AM NTSB: Pilots need air-hazard skills In case you missed this story in yesterday's USA TODAY: 03/10/2010 08:46 AM JetBlue throttles back growth plans JetBlue is slowing deliveries of new jets as it looks to keep its growth stable and keep a lid on costs. That's according to JetBlue CEO Dave ... 03/10/2010 08:42 AM Today in the Sky schedule update I'm in Houston on assignment today, so the Today in the Sky blog will run in abbreviated format today. The blog will return to its normal schedule ... 03/09/2010 10:44 AM American Airlines, pilots 'far apart' in contract talks In another story just in off the news wires this morning, The Associated Press reports: 03/09/2010 08:19 AM Continental CEO: We'll cancel flights instead of risking long-delay fines In a story just in off the news wires this morning, The Associated Press writes that "Continental Airlines plans to cancel flights rather than ... Top Of USA Today Section

USATODAY.com Travel (Hotels) - Top Stories 03/01/2010 05:54 AM Haunted hotels' ghost stories can be good for business Hotels have long served as settings for ghost stories, and many are reputed to be haunted. 03/10/2010 04:52 AM L.A. police search for man who scams, steals from hotel guests A well-dressed man who talked his way into a Florida sugar baron's hotel room and stole tens of thousands of dollars worth of ... 03/09/2010 03:00 AM Hotel deals bring travelers back to Phoenix After nearly a year and half of double-digit declines in occupancy rates, freebies and good deals appear to be drawing more visitors. 03/08/2010 06:55 AM Minn. lawmaker: No more violent hotel porn One Minnesota lawmaker wants state employees to stay out of hotels with violent porn while traveling for work. 03/07/2010 09:27 PM Ground zero hotel wants to attract 9/11 tourists Looking down into the construction site covering the 16 acres (6.5 hectares) where the World Trade Center once stood, some might ... 03/04/2010 08:14 PM Spa treatments on sale for $50 A massage at a big-name spa for $50 is virtually unheard of. 03/03/2010 03:50 PM Spring break travelers face higher airfares, lower hotel rates Average airfares for spring break are up from last year but hotel rates are down, according to data from Bing Travel and Travelocity. 02/25/2010 06:18 PM The eco-friendly win at Kimpton Hotels To lure travelers who care about carbon footprints, Kimpton Hotels is getting onboard with train riders and toasting eco-conscious ... 02/25/2010 10:53 AM Talking hotel bar trends with Rande Gerber Rande Gerber raised the bar for hotel lounges when he opened The Whiskey in Manhattan 18 years ago. 02/24/2010 03:00 PM South Africa investigates high World Cup hotel prices South Africa's tourism ministry has ordered an investigation into allegations that World Cup hotel prices are unreasonably high. Top Of USA Today Section

USATODAY.com Travel (Destinations) - Top Stories 03/08/2010 11:52 AM State parks get hit in budgets Lawmakers in at least a dozen states have contemplated the closure of up to 400 state parks this year, according to a National ... 03/10/2010 02:48 PM Follow in the footsteps of Moses on Mount Sinai Sinai is an important site for Jews, Christians and Muslims alike, and every night, hundreds of pilgrims make the climb. 03/10/2010 10:35 AM One million volunteers register for free Disney tickets Disney reached its goal Tuesday of getting 1 million people to sign up for a day of volunteer work in exchange for a free one-day ... 03/10/2010 03:00 AM Hanford nuclear site tours fill up fast Hundreds waited until midnight to sign up on line for a limited number of tours of the nuclear reservation. 03/10/2010 08:02 AM Michelle Obama donates ball gown to Smithsonian Michelle Obama said Tuesday that she'll always cherish the moment she slipped into her inaugural ball gown, a one-shouldered, ... 03/10/2010 07:58 AM Pancake house has been serving Smoky Mountains visitors for 50 years The experience is pure Americana, embraced by mountain mist, where you feast on wallet-friendly food served with down-home accents. 03/09/2010 12:14 PM Animal rights group urges tourists to boycott Alaska An animal rights group is calling for the boycott over a recent decision to remove buffer zones for wolf trapping near Denali ... 03/09/2010 02:45 PM Dublin's Docklands showcase a new, hip quarter Those who follow the River Liffey to Dublin Port will find dining and entertainment options in a sleek, trendy setting. 03/09/2010 10:37 AM Las Vegas balloon ride needs fix after wind scare County officials in Las Vegas say a tethered balloon attraction on the Las Vegas Strip needs to be fixed after a weekend scare ... 03/09/2010 03:00 AM Hotel deals bring travelers back to Phoenix After nearly a year and half of double-digit declines in occupancy rates, freebies and good deals appear to be drawing more visitors. Top Of USA Today Section

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NYT > Travel 03/09/2010 01:25 PM Student Rates Available to Nonstudents Even if your college days are a distant memory, it?s possible to travel on a student discount over spring break this year. 03/10/2010 08:36 AM Frugal Traveler: Q&A: Shirley Tafoya, President of Travelzoo North America Ms. Tafoya talks about what makes Travelzoo tick, how it refreshes its inventory of deals and why subscribers trust it. 03/09/2010 11:15 PM United Tastes: Tacos in the Morning? That?s the Routine in Austin, Tex. When it comes to breakfast tacos, which are stuffed with fillings like eggs and bacon, Austin, Tex., trumps all other American cities. 03/10/2010 08:09 AM New York Is Finally Taking Its Coffee Seriously Dozens of new cafes and coffee bars treat coffee making like an art, or at least a high form of craft. 03/06/2010 10:25 PM Surfacing: In Mexico City, New Life on an Old Street In Mexico City?s historic district, Calle Regina?s mezcalerías and bars are luring visitors after dark. 03/08/2010 09:00 PM On the Road: Airplane Exit-Row Seats, Once a Perk, Now for Sale Selling exit-row seats to all comers raise questions about whether all buyers are suitable to perform emergency evacuation procedures. 03/06/2010 10:31 PM Personal Journeys: Visiting the Remote Tribal Lands of the Dogon in Central Mali A growing number of Western tourists are traveling to West Africa to experience the rituals of daily life in the Dogon cliffside villages. 03/06/2010 10:01 PM Visiting Tuscany Without the Crowds With few tourists, the dead of winter is the time to visit Tuscany, when the landscape is bright green, locals fill the cafes, and the cuisine is at its best. 03/06/2010 10:34 PM Weekend in Palm Beach, Fla. This tiny island, north of Fort Lauderdale, boasts dreamy estates and wide, uncrowded beaches. 03/09/2010 08:40 AM Choice Tables: Vegetarian Restaurants in Buenos Aires, for Those Who Shun Steaks A cluster of recently opened restaurants in the Palermo Hollywood neighborhood are serving tasty and fresh vegetarian fare. 03/06/2010 10:29 PM Bites: Restaurant Review: Whiskey Soda Lounge in Portland, Ore. This stand-alone bar-restaurant does double duty as a boozy waiting room for Pok Pok?s patrons. 03/06/2010 10:26 PM Check In, Check Out: Hotel Review: Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas This 61-story hotel is huge, but thanks to thoughtful design, it also feels luxurious and, at times, even cozy. 03/05/2010 01:42 PM Paddleboarding in Hawaii: Who Cares About Surf Paddleboarding while upright means venturing far and wide without having to hunt for waves. 03/05/2010 12:27 AM The Falcon: A Jazz Haven in a Hudson Valley Hamlet Away from Manhattan?s urban frenzy, one man?s hospitality has created an intimate stage for top-tier musicians. 03/03/2010 09:19 AM Frugal Traveler: Snow Boots to Sockless, Briefly The Frugal Traveler finds a cheap flight to Miami and spends one day escaping New York City?s frigid slush. Top Of New York Times Section

NYT > Escapes 03/05/2010 01:42 PM Paddleboarding in Hawaii: Who Cares About Surf Paddleboarding while upright means venturing far and wide without having to hunt for waves. 03/05/2010 12:27 AM The Falcon: A Jazz Haven in a Hudson Valley Hamlet Away from Manhattan?s urban frenzy, one man?s hospitality has created an intimate stage for top-tier musicians. 03/05/2010 12:28 AM Breaking Ground: Sound-View Homes in North Carolina?s Waterfront A waterfront second-home community in Merry Hill, N.C. 02/27/2010 06:01 PM From Frozen Vines In Ontario, a Sweet Specialty: Ice Wine The Niagara Peninsula in Ontario is ground zero for ice wine, whose grapes are ready for harvesting in the middle of winter. Top Of New York Times Section

Latest Travel Tips from ESL

Travel Documents Danny Ang -- 2010-02-04 05:35 Planning a trip requires a lot of information. You need to know where you are going, how you will get there and how long you will be gone. Tickets need to be purchased and hotel accommodations need to be secured. But is that all that you need to know before your departure? Actually, no. What kind of... Jet Lag Danny Ang -- 2010-02-04 05:34 Whether you travel for fun or for work, the more you go, the more the chance is that you will experience jet lag at some time. Your chances also increase the further you travel out of your own time zone. Jet lag can ruin a fun vacation, or hamper your productivity on a business trip, so it is best t... Handling Emergencies on Your Asian Trip Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:06 You've been pick-pocketed. You lost your passport, or you've had an accident and smashed up that cute little rental car. Maybe you had too much to drink and ran afoul of the local authorities. Emergencies of all sorts do occur while traveling, and some advance preparation and understanding of Asian ... Avoiding Airplane Etiquette Faux Pas Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:04 For every traveler, there is a faux pas waiting to happen that could easily be avoided if you spot it early in your travels. Here are some of the most common. The first is the "heavy carry" mistake, which anybody that has ever been smacked in the head with an oversized backpack will understand. Thos... Book Online and Be Your Own Travel Agent Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:02 The travel agency business has undergone big changes, mostly due to the existence of online travel sites and the ease of online booking. Those travel agents still have a few good tricks up their sleeves, but with a little diligence, you can find the best deal on your own. Don't play favorites Many t... Stretching Your Travel Dollar Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 04:01 Are you thinking about vacation travel in the near future? Think again, but this time, think about how to stretch your travel dollar and get more vacation for your money. See how much you can save by trying some of these tips from travelers who have learned how to save, and save big with simple and ... Ten Tips For First-Time Travelers Dan Blacharski -- 2010-01-18 03:59 If it's your first time on an international flight to Asia, things may be a little confusing. Your trip will require a lot more planning than the short flight you took to visit Uncle Joe in Peoria last year. Here's a few tips for making that long trip go a little more smoothly. 1. Make sure your tic... The Best Airport Games to Pass the Time Louis Jones -- 2010-01-18 03:53 For all those who travel quite often to different parts of the world, airports are busy places, filled with rush, where everyone is in a hurry so that they do not miss their flight. But sometimes, situations arise when the very same airport environment becomes dull and stagnant, as it puts you in a ... Live Abroad Or Stay Here? Jason Shane -- 2010-01-18 03:51 Shall I live abroad or should I stay here? That's the question asked by many people every year. Many people have the dream of moving to an exotic country to either build their careers, settle down, or just live a different lifestyle. Some people end up carrying out this dream, others for whatever re... Travel Light and Enjoy Your Trip More Di McDonald -- 2010-01-18 03:48 When you are travelling a lot, you want to travel as lightly as possible. These days the airlines are getting stricter and stricter about the size and weight of luggage that you are able to take. There a number of things that you can do to make sure that you are travelling as lightly at the as possi...

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Lonely Planet Travelcasts 03/26/2008 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Sydney's Gay Mardi Gras Tattoos, tulle and eleven-inch heels: Sydney's gay community turn up the heat and take it to the streets. 03/19/2008 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Valley of the Giants Walk through the treetops with Fleur Bainger as she sways on a series of suspended bridges 40m above ground level. 01/22/2008 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Long Street, Cape Town Two miles' worth of clubs, music stores and boutique hotels: saunter down Cape Town's most cosmopolitan street. 12/28/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Australia's Tiwi Islands Meet an elder who paints his tribal songs, find out how to behave on the Islands and track down authentic art. 11/27/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Quickie Cairo Car horns and the call to prayer - take an aural tour of Cairo and get a taste for the latest short-break hotspot. 11/20/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Call to Prayer First sung by a freed black slave, the call to prayer is a vital part of the Islamic tradition. Baxter Jackson visits the Middle East to find out all about it. 10/23/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Scotland's Tiree Island Got a hunger for fresh lobster, surfing and swimming with seals? Poppy Stockell finds all three on a tiny island off Scotland's west coast. 10/16/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Swimming with Whale Sharks Dive in with Fleur Bainger as she heads to Coral Bay and gets up close and personal with whale sharks and their 300-tooth smiles. 09/24/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: The Day Tripper's Guide to Brighton You've heard the podcast, now get the facts on Brighton and get to Britain's famous seaside. 09/10/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Iceland Elves Is hearing believing? Listen in to the wild tales of Iceland's resident gnomes, dwarves, elves and hidden people. 08/21/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Sarawak Malaysia's biggest party delivers the best local sounds - not to mention Polish bagpipes. 08/07/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Chiang Mai How to get there and why you should venture beyond the Old City for legendary temples, the best massage and DIY BBQ 07/31/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Off-Beat Bangkok Want to escape the bustle of Bangkok? Just get off the main roads and into the canals, back- alleys and Skytrains. 07/24/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: Drive-thru Andorra Mountains one minute, Gucci and Prada the next - strap yourself in for a high-speed aural roadtrip through Andorra. 07/10/2007 12:00 AM Lonely Planet: El Salvador - A New Start El Salvador has shaken off the strife of the past and is ready for a new chapter. Listen to the locals and their visions for the future. Top Of Misc Travel Destinations & News Section

ASIA Travel Tips.com 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Grand Park Orchard to Open in July Grand Park Orchard to Open in July. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Jetstar launches Network Wide Promotion Jetstar launches Network Wide Promotion. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Amari's Onyx Plans Additional 40 Hotels by 2018 Amari's Onyx Plans Additional 40 Hotels by 2018. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Marriott to Double Presence in Europe by 2015 Marriott to Double Presence in Europe by 2015. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM New MICE Appointments at CWT in Singapore New MICE Appointments at CWT in Singapore. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM EgyptAir Takes Delivery of First Boeing 777-300 ER EgyptAir Takes Delivery of First Boeing 777-300 ER. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Accor signs Sofitel in Haikou Accor signs Sofitel in Haikou. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Hua Hin Kiteboarding World Cup 2010 to Take Place 13 - 20 March 2010 Hua Hin Kiteboarding World Cup 2010 to Take Place 13 - 20 March 2010. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM The Broome Gorgeous Girls & Pearls Safari The Broome Gorgeous Girls & Pearls Safari. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Banyan Tree Co-Founder Appointed as First Asia Vice-Chair for Caux Round Table Banyan Tree Co-Founder Appointed as First Asia Vice-Chair for Caux Round Table. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Continental Airlines Moves Denver Flights to Concourse B Continental Airlines Moves Denver Flights to Concourse B. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Gatwick Express launches 10% Discount Promotion Gatwick Express launches 10% Discount Promotion. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Travelport Partners Net Trans to Provide Hotel Commission Recovery Services Travelport Partners Net Trans to Provide Hotel Commission Recovery Services. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Emirates to Launch Flights to Dakar, Senegal Emirates to Launch Flights to Dakar, Senegal. 03/10/2010 06:22 PM Lufthansa launches New Mobile App - MemberScout Lufthansa launches New Mobile App - MemberScout. Top Of Misc Travel Destinations & News Section

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