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Built in 1864, The Hotel De Paris Is The Epitome Of Luxury And Elegance Set Directly On The Place Du Casino, Right Across The Famous Casino De Monte Carlo, It Is The Ideal Place To Stay And Enjoy Monte Carlo At Its Best. With Its Two Michelin Starred Restaurants, The World Famous Louis Xv Alain Ducasse And The Grill Set On The Eighth Floor Of
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Arizona tourism fears long-term effects
Leisure travel seems unaffected by the immigration controversy so far, but Arizona tourism officials say they are worried about the long-term impact on lucrative business travel.

Publ.Date : Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:57:43 EDT

Navigating Europe in the digital age
From downloadable audio tours to ebooks, technology is changing how we travel. Still, a good map and some common sense will make trips smoother, says travel expert Rick Steves.

Publ.Date : Thu, 29 Jul 2010 08:58:29 EDT

Popular tourist destination adds Klingon tours
A popular sightseeing destination in Australia is boldly going where no tourist attraction has gone before -- by offering audio tours in the Klingon language.

Publ.Date : Thu, 29 Jul 2010 04:53:56 EDT

Spain's Catalonia bans bullfighting
Catalonia became the first Spanish mainland region to ban bullfighting after its parliament voted Wednesday to outlaw the tradition on animal cruelty grounds.

Publ.Date : Thu, 29 Jul 2010 07:22:44 EDT

Which hotels do travelers like?
A new survey of thousands of travelers reveals which hotels they're most satisfied with.

Publ.Date : Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:45:54 EDT

Bedbugs gaining ground
"There are bites all over my legs! Room 603, king nonsmoking room. Cheap but costly in the end!"

Publ.Date : Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:51:42 EDT

An Amazonian walk on the wild side
I wake up with the light, just before 6 a.m., and reach for my vitamin pills hanging above my hammock. I get out of bed and peer through the gloom to see if Cho is up yet and has started the fire. If so, I will probably go to the river and check the fishing net to see if we have a catch.

Publ.Date : Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:29:45 EDT

Continental faces fine for FAA violations
Continental Airlines faces a fine of $230,000 for violations of Federal Aviation Administration regulations, the agency said Tuesday.

Publ.Date : Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:51:23 EDT

Help, my honeymoon flight's been canceled!
Doug Miller's honeymoon flight to Costa Rica is canceled by US Airways, and he's left with only one option: a full refund. The airline later agrees to reschedule him on a flight the following day, but it won't cover his hotel bill. Is it allowed to do that? And is there anything he can do to make US Airways sweeten the offer?

Publ.Date : Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:52:12 EDT

London marks two years until 2012 Olympics
Tuesday marks two years to go until the London 2012 Olympics, the start of what organizing committee chief Sebastian Coe calls "the killing zone" -- the final stretch of an 800-meter race where you can see the finish line but still have to work to get there.

Publ.Date : Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:41:08 EDT

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07/29/2010 04:00 AM

Breathing new life into old train depots

Preservationists weave a bit of time travel and local pride to restore historical stops as seats of interest

07/29/2010 04:41 AM

Coming this fall: Alaska Air customers can earn miles on Icelandair

Alaska Airlines and subsidiary Horizon have signed a codeshare agreement with Icelandair. In a press release, Alaska Air says the "agreement ...

07/29/2010 08:57 AM

Allegiant Air adds new routes to Long Beach, Phoenix Mesa

Allegiant Air is adding two new routes from Colorado Springs. Service to both Long Beach, Calif., and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway will begin Sept. 15. ...

07/29/2010 08:50 AM

FAA closes airspace near Chelsea Clinton wedding

Even if you're flying over the Hudson River Valley in New York state on Saturday, don't expect to catch a close-to-the-ground glimpse of Chelsea ...

07/29/2010 07:42 AM

Alaska Air test 'greener' landing; AA to pay $5M in freight case; Singapore Airlines posts profit

Here is a round-up of recent aviation stories posted on USATODAY.com. The stories listed below are not covered elsewhere in the Today in the ...

07/29/2010 05:26 AM

Southwest beats forecast with $112 million profit

In a story just crossing the news wire, The Associated Press reports:

07/29/2010 04:00 AM

Today discussion: Bed bugs on cruise ships

A Cruise Log reader says he recently found bed bugs on a major, mass-market cruise ship.

07/29/2010 09:04 AM

Humpback whale found pinned to front of Princess Cruises ship in Alaska

The incident marks the second time in two years that the 2,670-passenger Sapphire Princess has struck a whale at sea.

07/29/2010 06:00 AM

Azamara Club Cruises launches 'two-for-one' sale on winter voyages

The upscale line says passengers who book a winter cruise by Aug. 31 also can get a free upgrade and onboard credit.

07/28/2010 07:20 AM

Report: Passenger hauled off cruise ship in Bermuda for possessing marijuana

The arrest of a Norwegian Dawn passenger in Bermuda is just the latest for the island destination.

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07/29/2010 08:57 AM

Allegiant Air adds new routes to Long Beach, Phoenix Mesa

Allegiant Air is adding two new routes from Colorado Springs. Service to both Long Beach, Calif., and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway will begin Sept. 15. ...

07/29/2010 08:50 AM

FAA closes airspace near Chelsea Clinton wedding

Even if you're flying over the Hudson River Valley in New York state on Saturday, don't expect to catch a close-to-the-ground glimpse of Chelsea ...

07/29/2010 07:42 AM

Alaska Air test 'greener' landing; AA to pay $5M in freight case; Singapore Airlines posts profit

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07/29/2010 07:33 AM

Wednesday's chat: What frequent-flier promotion would you like best?

The chat will return to its usual Wednesday time this week, but we're still giving you a full day to submit your questions.

07/29/2010 05:26 AM

Southwest beats forecast with $112 million profit

In a story just crossing the news wire, The Associated Press reports:

07/29/2010 04:41 AM

Coming this fall: Alaska Air customers can earn miles on Icelandair

Alaska Airlines and subsidiary Horizon have signed a codeshare agreement with Icelandair. In a press release, Alaska Air says the "agreement ...

07/29/2010 04:37 AM

Airport Check-in: Southwest shifts to B Concourse at Las Vegas

From USA TODAY's Airport Check-in column: Southwest Airlines will move many of its flights at Las Vegas McCarran to B Concourse from C Concourse. ...

07/28/2010 06:51 AM

Hawaiian Airlines reports profit, says Asia opportunities trump those in Europe

Hawaiian Airlines reported a $9 million profit for the quarter that ended in June.

07/28/2010 05:31 AM

Airport Check-in: Atlanta airport puts Aerobahn plane locator to use

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07/27/2010 10:25 AM

Name that airport ... (San Jose, Calif.)

Here is this week's "name that airport photo. (And my apologies for posting it late today).

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07/29/2010 06:18 AM

Aloft, Indigo hotel brands rank up with established chains

Some of the newest hotel chains debuted on J.D. Power's customer service satisfaction survey this year.

07/27/2010 10:36 AM

Hyatt breaks hotel traditions from front desk to freebies

Hyatt Hotels group is transforming itself into a larger, cutting-edge company that serves a broader array of travelers.

07/26/2010 11:45 AM

Disney not nervous about launching new Hawaiian resort

"Aulani" is Disney's first major standalone resort away from a theme park and could serve as a model for future projects.

07/13/2010 07:07 AM

Gulf Coast hotels roll out oil-free beach guarantees

In addition to advertising white-sand beaches, hotels on the Gulf Coast are easing cancellation policies and offering guarantees to lure guests. ...

07/06/2010 05:58 AM

Great service by concierges can set hotels apart from rest

As the hotel industry struggles to recover, the concierge is more critical than ever, providing the service that can make visitors come back ...

07/01/2010 01:48 PM

Disney to start accepting reservations for Hawaii hotel

Disney plans to begin accepting reservations for its new Hawaii resort hotel in a few weeks.

06/28/2010 09:47 AM

English World Cup team has gear stolen from South African hotel

Cleaning staff at the luxury hotel where England stayed during the World Cup stole football shirts, a medal and even underwear from players, ...

06/23/2010 05:54 AM

Budget-conscious hotels turn to optional housekeeping

With business sharply reduced, hotels are looking to save money by urging customers to forgo daily changing of linens, towels and toiletries ...

06/21/2010 03:09 PM

Best Western, Radisson to tier hotels based on service

Best Western and Radisson have plans to upgrade and relabel properties to help guests find the ones that best suit their tastes and budgets.

06/11/2010 12:41 PM

Disney hotel workers walk off jobs in protest

Dozens of Disneyland hotel workers have walked off their jobs as the resort premieres its multimillion dollar World of Color attraction.

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07/29/2010 06:05 AM

Jack Hanna wards off grizzly with pepper spray

TV host and zookeeper Jack Hanna says he took his own advice and used pepper spray on a grizzly bear headed toward him.

07/29/2010 02:00 AM

Amelia Earhart exhibit opens at Royal Hawaiian Hotel

The historic Waikiki hotel is hosting an exhibition of rarely seen photographs taken of the pioneering aviator.

07/28/2010 02:00 PM

Underground restaurants are on the rise in London

Supper clubs are becoming a favored way for London hipsters to satisfy their exacting palates.

07/28/2010 06:53 PM

New Mexico Fiber Arts Trail interactive map

Zoom in on these spots on the New Mexico Fiber Arts Trail.

07/28/2010 04:26 AM

Gulf spill has not fouled most beaches but hurts tourism

The massive Gulf of Mexico oil spill has not fouled the vast majority of the area's beaches but is still scaring tourists away, according to ...

07/28/2010 02:00 AM

Iowa distilleries chase tourism dollars

A new state law is encouraging distilleries to attract people as interested in a tour as in a bottle of whiskey.

07/27/2010 02:00 PM

Inside the fight to protect the Blue Ridge Parkway's famous views

Though the parkway passes through four national forests, two-thirds of the land adjacent to the road is privately held.

07/27/2010 02:00 AM

Barn-quilt trail patched together in Pennsylvania

An idea promoted last year by a Bullskin Township resident has grown into one of the first Barn Quilt Trails in the state.

07/26/2010 09:35 AM

Nazi-looted painting returned to Vienna museum

Egon Schiele's "Portrait of Wally" will be displayed with an acknowledgement that it was stolen from a Jewish art dealer by a Nazi agent.

07/26/2010 02:00 AM

Record number of sockeye salmon on view at Washington dam

The sheer numbers of salmon returning to Rocky Reach Dam have excited fish-viewing fans and thrilled anglers.

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07/28/2010 02:03 PM

Heads Up: In Arkansas, a Medieval Castle Is Taking Shape

Ozark Medieval Fortress is a new project in northwest Arkansas to build a 13th-century-style French castle using feudal-era technology and resources.

07/29/2010 10:01 AM

Practical Traveler: Avoiding a Big Phone Bill When Traveling

Take the right phone and use the right network. And keep in mind that your smartphone?s apps may rack up huge charges.

07/27/2010 09:47 AM

Next Stop: Swedish Island of Gotland, a Spot for Respite or Revelry

Gotland, an island about 60 miles off the southeastern coast of Sweden, has become a magnet for partygoers and solace-seekers.

07/27/2010 08:40 PM

Tokaj, Hungary, a Little-Known Wine Trail

The historic wine region of Tokaj is still a place for the curious and enterprising to rub shoulders with winemakers in their homes.

07/23/2010 08:30 PM

36 Hours: Florence

Evidence of a revitalized Florence is everywhere ? from the opening of trendy restaurants to the banishing of cars from landmark piazzas.

07/23/2010 10:01 PM

Heads Up: On the Rivers of Paris, Entertainment

In Paris, travelers can dance to an accordion on the Marne or sleep in a barge on the Seine.

07/23/2010 08:20 PM

Choice Tables: In Madrid, ?Ethnic? Dining: Gumbo, Sushi and Daiquiris

Waves of immigrants have crossed paths with legions of Spaniards who have toured the globe and developed new tastes.

07/23/2010 10:01 PM

Journeys: Houseboating on Northern California?s Delta

You?re never far from a swimming hole in a houseboat on the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in Northern California.

07/23/2010 10:01 PM

Check In,Check Out : Hotel Review: Centurion Palace in Venice

From its attentive service to its sleek, elegant styling, the Centurion Palace is not just another nice hotel, but an experience.

07/29/2010 10:00 AM

Q&A: From London to St.-R�my and Avignon

"From Paris we'd take a TGV to Avignon. How do we get from there to St.-Remy?"

07/29/2010 10:27 AM

Biking the Nostalgic Way in Paris

The French love to cycle, and something in the Parisian psyche in particular is drawn to the elegant design and liberating spirit of the bicycle. Two college friends, Hugo Badia and Eddy Delgado, have turned this love into a thriving business.

07/28/2010 04:06 PM

New York State May Increase Taxes on Hotels

New York State's budget includes a provision that would increase the tax paid by travel companies that book hotels.

07/28/2010 07:38 AM

Old Friends, White Water and Roasted Ants in Colombia

Longing for familiar faces, the Frugal Traveler meets up with two old high school friends. Together, they explore Colombia's Santander province, known for adventure tourism, colonial towns and roasted ants.

07/27/2010 03:16 PM

Dear Ecuador: It's Not You, It's Me

The Frugal Traveler apologizes to a spurned nation.

07/21/2010 06:54 AM

In Colombia, Pillories and the Lonely Planet People

The Frugal Traveler scores a lunch invite from a vice-governor, discovers an irresistible sweets stand in Popayan and visits an odd archaeological site in San Agustin.

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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.

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Vacations are times to create great memories as well as enjoy your family. Today, more than at any other time, we have the ability to capture those special moments and keep them fresh in our mind. Taking great pictures is one of the best ways to do this and it can be fun for all of the family. Tip #...

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Sammy Hely -- 2010-06-22 08:07
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Matthew Kepnes -- 2010-06-19 18:44
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Matthew Kepnes -- 2010-06-19 18:22
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Ken Snowie -- 2010-06-17 15:55
You might think of hostelling as something that college students do while traveling through Europe for the summer. However, hostelling is not just for the college crowd anymore, and now includes people of all ages and backgrounds. If you are a traveler on a budget, staying at a hostel can be an adve...

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Riko Kawasaki -- 2010-06-15 02:51
Traveling can be part of stressful process, although it is supposed to be fun and relaxing. Many things can go wrong during your trip, and if you're a frequent traveler, you'd know what I mean. So here are some quick tips to make your vacation a perfect one. Statistics show that on 99% of flights, b...

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Lisa -- 2010-06-14 23:49
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Five Ways to Find a Unique Travel Destination

Silviu-Florin Salomia -- 2010-06-10 05:28
Any country and area hides unknown tourist attractions and the more difficult it will be to get there, the more interesting and different your experience will be. So here are five ways you can try to find an unusual journey One thing you can always try is to find a world map or globe and choose a ra...

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When it comes to finding out a general travel tip idea, you need to realize that your safety is the most important thing of all. You need to make sure that you and everyone who is traveling with you is going to stay safe and so every travel safety tip that you can find out about, the better off you ...

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