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READER POLL: Will flight delays during government shutdown affect your vote in next election?
Travel chaos is mounting as the federal government shutdown forces the Federal Aviation Administration to...
US airlines’ daily cancellations exceed 2,700 as shutdown impact extends
WASHINGTON (AP) — Air traffic in the U.S. could “slow to a trickle” if the...
Women-focused resorts are the next big thing in wellness
The very symptoms that women’s wellness retreats address have long felt too taboo.
Here’s what happened when my son and I turned off our screens for a day
We time traveled the only way modern families can — by going analog.
US airlines cancel more than 2,500 weekend flights largely due to government shutdown
By JOHN SEEWER U.S. airlines again canceled more than 1,000 flights on Saturday, the second...
The shutdown has disrupted air travel. Will that drive a surge in car rentals and train bookings?
Hertz is already reporting a sharp increase in one-way car rentals.
Frontier CEO urges passengers to buy backup plane tickets amid FAA cuts
Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle wrote in a LinkedIn post Thursday that passengers should buy...
Delays, cancellations begin at BWI and region’s airports after FAA cuts flights
The country’s air traffic controllers have been working without pay since Oct. 3.
Nearly 22 million Americans forecast to cruise in 2026, AAA says
A record number of Americans are predicted to get on board in 2026 for a...
The FAA is slashing flights because of the shutdown. Here’s what travelers can expect
Here is what to know about the cutbacks and what to do if your trip...
Travelers brace for chaos as US government shutdown threatens holiday flights
Travelers braced for canceled flights, scrambled plans and holidays stranded in airports.
Holiday travel hit: BWI Marshall among airports facing flight cuts
BWI Marshall Airport is among 40 major U.S. hubs that will see flight capacity reduced...
Buckingham Palace will stage the largest-ever display of Queen Elizabeth II’s fashion next year
The exhibition will feature around 200 items, with about half never publicly displayed before.
Set out for the ‘Lost Sierras,’ one of California’s most untamed terrains
A writer in the 1930s coined the term 'Lost Sierras' for this rugged part of...
UPS plane’s last successful flight was out of BWI, hours before fatal KY crash
The UPS plane whose engine exploded in Kentucky had flown out of Baltimore Marshall Airport...
FAA reducing flights at 40 airports: 5 things Marylanders need to know
After the Federal Aviation Administration said it was reducing air traffic by 10% across 40...
Spend time in the presence of California’s awe-inspiring giant sequoias
California is home to the largest trees on Earth, the giant sequoia. Here's how best...
10 tips from actual kids on reconnecting with your childlike sense of wonder
I saw the trail through the eyes of tweens who love nature so much, they...
Reported threat halts flights at Washington’s Reagan airport for a time
By SAFIYAH RIDDLE All flights into and out of Ronald Reagan National Airport, one of...
With pharaoh-like fanfare, Egypt unveils a huge new museum dedicated to its ancient civilization
The museum has faced delays since construction began in 2005.
Charming picturesque train stops in the US
Though taking the train in Europe has long been a favorite way to travel, it...
Appalachian Trail redefines what it means to ‘take a hike’
In American slang, “take a hike” is often used to tell someone to go away....
Travel: 7 tips that will have you zigging while others zag
Go beyond the tried-and-true vacation destinations to find some charming and less crowded alternatives.
The travel industry’s big shift: Why responsible tourism is the new normal
A significant 96% of global travelers now say responsible tourism is important to them.
Ice Castles to open two Colorado locations this winter — with booze
In addition to the ice caves, tunnels, and slides for people to climb on, the...
Vermont town draws ‘Beetlejuice’ fans to iconic horror movie site
Looking for a spooky-themed road trip? Head to East Corinth.
Travel: Oregon’s Willamette Valley is a feast for the senses
The valley brings to mind how Napa and Sonoma used to be.
Don’t let weather stop you: Four things to do in Annapolis, Oct. 31-Nov. 2
It may be cold. It may be gross outside. But here are four good reasons...
Travel: ‘The Gathering,’ an elephant meet-up in Sri Lanka, is a wild experience
A trip to the island nation in the Indian Ocean also included monkey encounters.
For $220 a night you can stay at these new Pennsylvania glamping sites
Pennsylvania is introducing glamorous camping — better known as glamping — to eight state parks, including French...
Longevity travel is the next big travel trend: Here’s what it involves
This approach to travel may also include booking a health retreat in one of the...
The Kentucky Bourbon Trail stop where people come for whiskey, stay for burgoo
The Elkhorn’s drink menu is accented by an assortment of food offerings that further delve...
Where Gen Z is traveling this fall
Gen Z traveler searches are up 26% this fall, according to Airbnb’s fall travel trends report and...
Must-visit civil rights destinations in the US
The fight for American civil rights spanned decades, cities and states, from Topeka, Kansas to...
Parts of Coastal Highway to close this winter due to bridge work
Ocean City’s Route 50 Bridge will close for two weeks this winter as part of...
Travel: Missed the boat to Alaska? Time to plan a cruise for 2026
If you're planning a cruise to the Last Frontier next year, understand that the ship...
This Kent Island vineyard just wanted to sell grapes. Now it’s a winery, too.
Chesapeake Manor Vineyard has been growing grapes since 2018, but come Thursday, it'll officially be...
Raves at Rome’s ancient amphitheater? New Colosseum director sets the record straight
The Colosseum's first concerts and performances are expected in no less than two years.
Death Valley is now one of the world’s 71 ‘most beautiful places’
See what destinations on the planet Conde Nast Traveller has ranked as bucket list-worthy.
Alaska Air to launch daily seasonal flights from BWI to Portland in May
The route to the Pacific Northwest is just one of the new offerings coming to...
Cambodia opens a new $2 billion airport to serve Phnom Penh
The prime minister hopes the airport will attract more tourists and investors.
10 tips from actual kids on reconnecting with your childlike sense of wonder
Slow down and appreciate the wonders of the local flora and fauna.
Disneyland to update Soarin’ ride for America’s 250th anniversary
‘Soarin’ Across America’ opens at Disney California Adventure in summer 2026.
Ocean City residents argue over property rights, neighborhood rentals
Ocean City officials and residents remain divided over whether to extend a moratorium on short-term...
Mt. Whitney hikers love this Chinese restaurant pitstop that looks like a merry-go-round
From the patio, diners can gaze at the jagged crown of the tallest mountain in...
Take a ‘stormcation’ in the dramatic Faroe Islands, where James Bond died
A growing number of travelers are arriving to explore the inhospitable landscapes.
The vacation spots you keep returning to, from Zion to the ‘very best beach’ in Hawaii
What is it that brings people back to the same destination again and again?
Sip your way through California’s Midpeninsula Wine Trail
The Midpeninsula Wine Trail may be shorter than it once was. But it's still a...
A Theodore Roosevelt library is opening soon. Visitors must pack a bag for North Dakota
The location is remote for a presidential library.
Greece’s famed Parthenon free of scaffolding for first time in decades
Visitors to Athens can now enjoy an unobstructed view of the Parthenon.
Experts lead tours uncovering Mexico’s hidden ancient sites
Excursions explore places like Cuicuilco in southern Mexico City.
2 Baltimore Center Stage plays transfer to NYC
Two plays that originated at Baltimore Center Stage have transferred to off-Broadway — a sign...
Annapolis Powerboat Show drew over 30,000 people, its best total since 2021
Organizer Annapolis Boat Shows says the Annapolis Powerboat Show drew over 30,000 people in 2025,...
Once-secret Emperor Commodus’ passage to Rome Colosseum opens to public for the first time
Roman emperors once used it to enter the arena unseen.
Four things to do in and around Annapolis this weekend, Oct. 10-12
Another weekend this way comes, and as such, even more things to do are sure...
Traveling to LA28: A guide to flights, hotels and tickets — and scoring the best deals
The race for flights, hotel reservations and event tickets will begin in 2026.
What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the US government shutdown
Each airline's policies can differ on refunds can differ.
The Button King’s legacy lives on in quirky South Carolina museum
Dalton Stevens' fame lasted for decades, including an appearance with Johnny Carson.
Travel: Saddle up! These guest ranches deliver the West without roughing it
If you love the outdoors and have the money, consider ranch vacations in the Montana...
The 'Great Annapolis Pumpkins' return to downtown, carving later this month
This year's selection of great pumpkins, eight gourds ranging from 600 to 1,500 pounds, has...
Tired of America? Here are 10 great countries in which to retire in 2025
A good citizenship process, safety and taxes make these nations great for retirees, according to...
Oregon Coast: A place for high-key adventures or low-key outdoor fun
In Coos Bay, try sand dune excursions, kayaking or tide pooling.
10 great national parks to explore in Canada
Head north to experience adventure in Canada's vast wilds with this National Geographic starter list'
Expect delays in Baltimore this weekend with multiple lane closures
Drivers in downtown Baltimore should plan for multiple lane closures this weekend when heading out...
Baltimore couple stranded in Dublin after PLAY Airlines shuts down
A Baltimore couple have been left stranded in Ireland, after Iceland’s low-cost carrier PLAY Airlines...
I spent the night in a glass igloo on an Expedition Cruise in Greenland — and the experience totally lived up to the hype
Here’s what it was like to sleep in an igloo on an Arctic expedition cruise.
Go to Minnesota’s North Shore for the fall leaves. Stay for these attractions
Leaves change, but roadside attractions do not.
A prolonged US government shutdown could impact your travel plans
Travelers could see longer TSA lines and flight issues if the shutdown continues.
Travelers bothered by their flight’s pollution can pay to reduce it elsewhere. Do offsets work?
Air travel results in a lot of planet-warming emissions, but it's also sometimes necessary.
5 Outer Banks houses collapse into the ocean in an hour
Five houses collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean on the Outer Banks within an hour on...
So much more than Pappy and Harriet’s, Pioneertown is having a renaissance
Residents of this small unincorporated community say Pioneertown is settling into a new equilibrium.
Celebrity chef’s restaurant-focused luxury hotel, spa opens in California
“The debut of Appellation Healdsburg is more than an opening,” CEO Charlie Palmer said.
Cruising during hurricane season? Here’s what I wish I knew
Here’s what I learned about preparing for storm-season sailings.
$40,000 vacations inspire finance pros to become travel agents
LinkedIn users identifying as travel agents or advisers is up more than 50%.
The Kahlo family opens the doors of their house, inviting visitors to Frida’s beloved basement
This museum offers a new perspective on Frida Kahlo's life and family.
Colorado’s best mountain towns for live music fans
From Aspen to Telluride, these towns bring the beats year-round.
These historic San Francisco Bay area sites offer a reset for mind and body
A must for history buffs: Angel Island and China Camp state parks.
Visit a national park for free on Saturday, Sept. 27
Enjoy a national park for free on September 27, 2025
Annapolis Fall Boat Shows: What’s new and what to expect
This year's Annapolis Powerboat Show and Annapolis Sailboat Show will boast a larger space than...
Rome’s airport opens luxurious dog hotel with pampering services
Dogs can enjoy grooming, aromatherapy, and even video calls with their owners.
Unexpected diversions and soccer in Scandinavia
The feeling of not knowing what we were going to do was actually liberating.
Five perfect weekend trips to take this fall
It’s the best time of year for big cities and big adventures, and it’s coming...
I-795 lane closures in Baltimore County to impact traffic all weekend
Beginning Friday at 9 p.m., the two left lanes of northbound I-795 will be closed...
Finding happiness in amber: On Germany’s Baltic coast, people go hunting for the precious pieces
Amber, nicknamed the “gold of the ocean,” is fossilized resin.
Amid Sagamore Pendry sale by Kevin Plank, can luxury hotels thrive in Baltimore?
After the sale of Baltimore’s Sagamore Pendry from Under Armour founder Kevin Plank, some members...
Celebrity launches first river cruises in 2027 with two new luxury ships
Celebrity Cruises plans to sail two new luxury ships on seven-day European itineraries.
Joshua Tree is otherworldly. At this new hotel, you’ll feel like you’re sleeping on Mars
Reset is a new kind of hotel for the high desert: Modern. Minimal. Modular.
Pilgrims turn Spain’s Santiago de Compostela into the world’s latest overtourism flashpoint
The influx has driven up rent prices and pushed out longtime residents.
Asking Eric: New husband wants to go on vacation without his wife
"It tears me apart to think this man I’ve fallen in love with thinks nothing...
Now summer’s over, here’s what to do with all those photos on your camera roll
It’s easy to take too many photos and hard to sort them later.
Dozens at Baltimore cruise terminal protest deportation of Filipino seafarers
Advocates gathered at the Port of Baltimore's cruise terminal Sunday to protest deportation of Filipino...