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Delta cancels 120 Florida flights due to Hurricane Matthew

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Greek air traffic controllers: 4 days of strikes next week

Four days of strikes called by Greek air traffic controllers next week are expected to disrupt flights across and into the country.

Ethiopia's new coastal rail link runs through restive region

by Elias Meseret, The Associated Press

The timing is uncomfortable. One of Africa's best-performing economies on Wednesday launched its latest massive infrastructure project, a railway linking the landlocked country with a major port on the Gulf of Aden.

Travel insurance saved my trip: True tales of vacations gone wrong

by Lisa Iannucci, TravelPulse (TNS)

When you’re traveling, the last thing you want is something to go wrong, but unfortunately, it does.

Piemonte, Tuscany's lovely stepsister, is the perfect wine trip

by Elin McCoy, Bloomberg

At harvest time in northern Italy, layers of fog drift romantically over hillside vineyards of ripened nebbiolo grapes.

Sky-high over Telluride: A slow exploration of Colorado?셲 golden town

by Rachel Walker, Special to The Washington Post

Telluride’s town park transformed into a mosaic of orange and pink, turquoise and yellow as the enormous canvases were unfurled onto the dewy grass.

Japan's walking tours of manhole covers offer history at one's feet

by Miki Yabuki , The Japan News/Yomiuri

Manhole covers normally are used to stop the unwary from falling into a sewer, but some Japanese municipalities are utilizing them for other purposes, such as to publicize local specialties and characters.

Eating your way through Alabama

by Patti Nickell, Lexington Herald-Leader

Living (and eating) it up in the Heart of Dixie

A family returns to Montana ?쁱uts??and a million-dollar view

by Freda Moon, The New York Times

We drove out a zigzagging peninsula to Finley Point Unit, a state park with a boat launch, a small public marina and a row of campsites along the lakeshore.

Tipping in hotels: What to give and who to give it to

by Scott Laird, TravelPulse (TNS)

Before you check in to a hotel, check out this guide to tipping from the experts. Tipping is a hot topic throughout the hospitality industry, particularly in the United States, where virtually everybody has either received or given a cash gratuity in their lifetime.

A Prince tribute in Minneapolis

by Elaine Glusac, Chicago Tribune

Purple reign: A Prince tribute tour in Minneapolis

Embarcadero, Milwaukee domes on list of endangered sites

by Beth J. Harpaz, The Associated Press

San Francisco's Embarcadero District, Milwaukee's Mitchell Park domes and Utah's Bears Ears area were cited Wednesday as being among America's "most endangered" historic places by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in Washington.

American Express upping rewards program for Platinum Card

by Ken Sweet, The Associated Press

American Express will announce a major enhancement to its widely-used Platinum Card this week, allowing card members to earn five Membership Reward points per dollar spent on airlines.

Paisley Park given 3-day temporary permit amid zoning snag

by Jeff Baenen, The Associated Press

Prince's suburban Minneapolis estate and studio complex, Paisley Park, will open to the public after all this week, but only under a temporary permit while officials work out concerns about public safety and traffic.

Frida Kahlo exhibit from NYC headed for Tucson

by Astrid Galvan, The Associated Press

The blockbuster Frida Kahlo exhibit in New York City that attracted the likes of even Beyoncé is finding a temporary home in Tucson.

Southwest Airlines offers $100 round-trip fares

by Brianna Chambers, Cox Media Group National Content Desk

A Southwest Airlines promotion is offering round-trip flights for as little as $100 between some of the carrier's shortest routes.

Feds will shoot deer at 2 Maryland Civil War battlefields

by David Dishneau, The Associated Press

Federal government sharpshooters will target hundreds of white-tailed deer at two Civil War battlefields in Maryland this December, launching a multi-year program aimed at curbing damage to forests and plants, the National Park Service said Tuesday.

Sustainable living in the New Mexico desert

by Andrea Sachs, The Washington Post

In the New Mexico desert, a discovery about sustainability

From shackles to gold medals and a presidency

by Emily Brennan, The New York Times

The idea of a national African-American museum was conceived by black Civil War veterans more than a century ago.

Punishing travelers for complaining

by Christopher Elliott, USA Today

It happened to Traci Fox. When she complained loudly that her airline switched her non-stop flight from Philadelphia to Frankfurt to a one-stop, she was assigned seat 26B — a middle seat in the back of the plane — despite her elite status.

Ask the Captain: Aviation jargon and abbreviations explained

by John Cox, USA Today

Question: What does the cockpit voice saying “approaching minimums” and "at minimums" mean?

What?셲 so special about the Acropolis?

by John Roberts, TravelPulse (TNS)

Shuffling along, we had to carefully watch every step. The stone surface underfoot, so polished and shiny from centuries of visitors and inhabitants treading on the peak of this hill, makes it precarious.

Bargains on Caribbean resort, rail travel in Canada and tours of Israel

by Andrea Sachs, Carol Sottili, The Washington Post

This week's best travel bargains around the globe. Land - The Wyndham Reef Resort, on the east end of Grand Cayman, is offering two specials with savings of up to 40 percent.

Central Florida cruises rerouted because of Hurricane Matthew

by WFTV ??Orlando, Fla.

Several cruise lines at Port Canaveral, Florida, are making changes this week in response to Hurricane Matthew churning in the Atlantic.

Devils Tower: Legends surround giant rock butte's formation

An effort is underway to change the name of Devils Tower National Monument, a giant rock butte in northeast Wyoming.

Debate simmers over name of Devils Tower monument in Wyoming

by Bob Moen, The Associated Press

When President Theodore Roosevelt designated the country's first national monument 110 years ago, the proclamation inadvertently left out a punctuation mark, and what was supposed to be Devil's Tower became Devils Tower instead.

Scientists: Endangered frog rebounding in Yosemite park

by Scott Smith, The Associated Press

A native California frog once on the brink of extinction is making an encouraging comeback in Yosemite National Park, raising hopes for amphibians like it worldwide that are dying off at an alarming rate, researchers said Monday.

Rockwell museum gets $1.5M grant from 'Star Wars' creator

George Lucas, the creator of the "Star Wars" movie empire, has donated $1.5 million to the Norman Rockwell Museum.

Yellowstone National Park: Our best-and-worst list

by Brian J. Cantwell, The Seattle Times

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyoming — OK, I’ve been in the park longer than many visitors, so I’ll take the liberty of making a best-and-worst list: ——— WORST REASON TO STOP ON A BUSY YELLOWSTONE HIGHWAY AND BLOCK TRAFFIC: A mule-deer sighting.

Roula Allouch, civil rights advocate, on Muslims and travel

by Diane Daniel, The New York Times

Roula Allouch, 36, is a Cincinnati lawyer and the chairwoman of the national board of directors of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, one of the nation’s largest civil rights and advocacy groups for the American Muslim community.

Theme parks crank up fright levels for Halloween fans

by Hugo Martin, Los Angeles Times

LOS ANGELES — Halloween is growing so big, it’s scary. To crank up the fright levels, Universal Studios Hollywood is employing directors and producers of creepy movies and television series to help create new attractions for this year’s Halloween celebration.

Travel Tips: How to save money on car rentals

by Shivani Vora, The New York Times

Why is it that a car rental might cost you as much as $300 one weekend and just $50 the following one with the same company?

Family Travel: 5 great college football towns to visit this fall

by Lynn O'Rourke Hayes, Tribune News Service

You don’t have to be present for game day to appreciate the ebullient ambience of a great football town.

In London, a recipe alchemist

by Melissa Clark, The New York Times

LONDON — If you want to peer into writers’ souls, the saying goes, you peruse their library.

On St. Croix, a restaurant twists Caribbean classics

by Ann Mah, The New York Times

Kallaloo, a mass of greens and okra, pork and crab, slow-simmered into a deep, darkly flavorful stew, is a dish usually best found at granny’s house — if you’re lucky enough to have a West Indian granny.

Sea World will debut virtual reality roller coaster

by Sandra Pedicini, Orlando Sentinel

Sea World Orlando will introduce Central Florida’s first virtual-reality roller coaster next summer, retrofitting Kraken with headsets to give riders the sensation of traveling through the sea amid mythical and prehistoric creatures.

Motorcycle companies cash in on the adventure riding boom

by Charles Fleming, Los Angeles Times

Blame it on Ewan McGregor. Interest in “adventure” motorcyling, riding that involves touring hidden backroads with the prospect of exploring unpaved trails, has been warming up since the Scottish actor starred with his childhood pal Charley Boorman in the 2004 documentary “The Long Way Round.

National Gallery of Art's renovated East Building

by Maura Judkis, The Washington Post

A floor-to-roof-terrace guide to National Gallery's renovated building

Bell quickly returns to form as Steelers thrash Chiefs

by Will Graves, The Associated Press

His first real game in 11 months finally at hand, Le'Veon Bell expected a few jitters. Or maybe a least a small sliver of rust.

Ogier secures maiden win at Tour of Corsica

World rally championship leader Sebastien Ogier won the Tour of Corsica for the first time on Sunday but will need to wait a bit longer before securing a fourth world title.

Fontainebleau, the forgotten jewel

by Thad Carhart, The New York Times

Fontainebleau, the forgotten jewel

Best of the Southeast: Places to explore by boat

You don?셳 want to travel like a tourist. You want to be in the know. In the AJC?셲 annual Best of the Southeast travel special section, we give you the lowdown on where locals eat, drink, play, relax, shop and discover.

Best of the Southeast: Explore Tennessee like a local

Best of the Southeast: Explore South Carolina like a local

Best of the Southeast: Explore Georgia like a local

Best of the Southeast: Explore Florida like a local

You don?셳 want to travel like a tourist. You?셱e looking for hidden gems. In the AJC?셲 annual Best of the Southeast travel special section, we give you the lowdown on where locals eat, drink, play, relax, shop and discover.

Park service making author David McCullough honorary ranger

Acclaimed author David McCullough can add a quirky new title to his resume: honorary park ranger. The two-time Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award winner will become an honorary ranger in a ceremony Tuesday afternoon in Boston.

Best of the Southeast: Explore beaches like a local

Learning how to break the mold in a chocolate capital

by Diane Daniel, Special to The Washington Post

Students learn how to break the mold in a chocolate capital

Consumer demand for Alaska cruises growing again

by Rachel D'Oro, The Associated Press

A growing consumer demand for Alaska cruises has put the state back in the million-passenger club as it rebounds after a leaner stretch.

Multiday music and camping festival planned for east Texas

by The Associated Press, The Associated Press

The brains behind such multi-day music festivals as Electric Daisy Carnival and Lollapalooza are combining to create a new one in Texas called Middlelands.

American hopes IT switch doesn't snag flights this weekend

by David Koenig, The Associated Press

American Airlines will make a big technology change this weekend involving planes and pilots, but passengers won't notice a thing if all goes well.

Correction: Yellowstone-Ringing Phones story

In a story Sept. 29 about cell phones in national parks, The Associated Press reported erroneously how a bill in the U.

World's deepest underwater cave found in the Czech Republic

by Monika Scislowska, The Associated Press

A team of explorers say they've discovered that a cave in the eastern Czech Republic is the world's deepest flooded fissure, going at least 404 meters (1,325 feet) deep.

Prague's toilet museum moves to the capital's Old Town

A rare museum in the Czech capital is moving to Prague's Old Town in a move to become better accessible to tourists.

Dostoyevsky vs. Tolstoy: one family?셲 competitive vacation in Russia

by Jacqueline Carey, The New York Times

Some readers gravitate toward Tolstoy, others toward Dostoyevsky. It is fun to assign camps to your friends and even more fun to argue in favor of your own inclination.

Q&A: Passports, Bermuda, carry-ons, agents

The Washington Post's travel writers and editors discuss your travel stories, questions, gripes and more.

Finding a true blue hot spring at Yellowstone

by Brian J. Cantwell, The Seattle Times

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK — If Morning Glory Pool just isn’t blue enough for you anymore, I found a good stand-in.

In L.A., a grown-up show and tell of unhappy endings

by Andrea Sachs, The Washington Post

Her story started with, “I fell in love with a junkie.” He must have felt the same heart-thumping emotion, because he ripped the handset off a pay phone for her.

10 colorful fall hikes in Washington State

by Craig Hill, The News Tribune (Tacoma, Wash.)

TACOMA, Wash. — Washington is called the Evergreen State for good reason. Walk into the woods any time of year and you’ll be enveloped by green.

Cellphones spill into Yellowstone?셲 wilds despite park plan

by Matthew Brown, The Associated Press

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Adventure seekers encounter untamed wilderness when they enter the backcountry of Yellowstone National Park.

Scenic sips: California wineries with a view

by Michelle Locke, The Associated Press

Scenic sips: Enjoy vino with a view at these California wineries

National Gallery of Art's East Building set to reopen

The East Building of the National Gallery of Art in Washington is reopening after a 3-year, $69 million renovation.

Parks close Halloween ride amid charges of stereotyping

More than 3,000 people have signed a petition asking Knott's Berry Farm to reopen a Halloween horror attraction that was closed after mental health advocates said it was insensitive to the mentally ill.

New Hampshire hotel is home to supersized cat

by Michael Casey, The Associated Press

Guests at a hotel in New Hampshire can be forgiven for thinking a raccoon is lounging out front. The huge ball of fur on the sidewalk of the Best Western Silver Fox Inn at the Waterville Valley Resort is actually a fat cat.

Yosemite chief, facing staff claims of harassment, to retire

by Scott Smith And Matthew Brown, The Associated Press

The head of Yosemite National Park will retire after employees complained that he created a hostile workplace by allowing bullying, harassment and other misconduct — allegations that have been made in other national parks, officials said Thursday.

Zika travel advisory issued for 11 Southeast Asia countries

by Mike Stobbe, The Associated Press

U.S. health officials are advising pregnant women to postpone travel to 11 countries in Southeast Asia because of Zika outbreaks in the region.

Universal Orlando unveils virtual reality Halloween show

by Terrance Harris, The Associated Press

As you enter the dark set — an old library from the 1700s filled with ancient artifacts — at Universal Orlando Resort's new Halloween experience, it's obvious you're in for a creepy time.

Ukraine marks Babi Yar massacre's 75th anniversary

Ukraine on Thursday marked the 75th anniversary of the Babi Yar massacre, one of the most infamous mass slaughters of World War II.

NYC children's museum features election-themed documents

The Children's Museum of Manhattan is teaching kids with hands-on political history. Its new exhibition features documents with authentic autographs from U.

Brew-ha-ha: Biking to breweries in Boise

by Brian J. Cantwell, The Seattle Times

BOISE, Idaho — You’ve got to love a little Kickstarter-funded brewery such as Boise Brewing, with a mezzanine where you can sip an IPA and play foosball while beer is brewing in stainless-steel tanks below you.

Why a Swiss town pays $24,000 a year for a hermit

by Helena Bachmann, USA Today

GENEVA — Wanted: Hermit to live in secluded cave-like cabin to take care of nearby chapel and gorge, dispense wisdom and talk to tourists.

Ask the Captain: Are larger planes safer?

by John Cox, USA Today

Question: My friend, an airline captain, tells me that the bigger the plane, the more backup systems on the aircraft.

On the Virginia Capital Trail, bike through 400 years of history

by David Brown, Special to The Washington Post

One thing is certain about the Virginia Capital Trail: It’s a tough ride for someone with Historical Marker Compulsive Disorder.

The Season of the Skulls

by Kirstin Valdez Quade, The New York Times

The Season of the Skulls

With a pending act, online reviewers have the full attention of Congress

by Christopher Elliott, Special to The Washington Post

The recent passage of the Consumer Review Fairness Act of 2016 in the Senate raises a new question about the reliability of online reviews for travelers.

Beliefs aside, Noah?셲 Ark in Kentucky is something to see

by Josh Noel, Chicago Tribune

WILLIAMSTOWN, Ky. — I’d been on Noah’s Ark all of 20 minutes when the question that hung over every step was finally put to me: “Do you believe?

Napa winemakers harvesting red grapes expect better flavor

by Eric Risberg, The Associated Press

Driving north through the Napa Valley before sunrise, portable lights like spaceships illuminate workers in the vineyards.

Driver defaces Death Valley landmark with tire tracks

Federal investigators have identified a person of interest as they hunt a driver who took an illegal joyride on a fragile, dry lake bed in Death Valley National Park, leaving 10 miles of swerving tire tracks.

Union launches boycott of Trump companies amid Vegas dispute

by Michelle Rindels, The Associated Press

Union members are calling on the public to boycott Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump's businesses nationwide because he isn't negotiating a contract with the more than 500 eligible workers at his high-rise Las Vegas hotel.

George Takei gives personal collection to Los Angeles museum

Actor and activist George Takei is donating a trove of art and artifacts from his life and career to the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles.

Feds change signage on trailhead named after black cowboy

Though local officials decided not to change the name of eastern Utah's Negro Bill Canyon, federal land managers have decided to mark the trail by less controversial name.

Pet driver safety goes to the dogs

by Ellen Creager, Detriot Free Press

Is your pet safe in your vehicle? Probably not. Is having a pet in a vehicle a driver distraction? You bet.

Tequila tasting in namesake Mexican town

by Dave G. Houser, Tribune News Service

Long before Spanish conquistadors marched into northwest Mexico to establish the settlement of Guadalajara in 1532, indigenous Nahuatl Indians had discovered the bacchanal benefits of fermenting the sugary juice of the sweet heart of a ripe agave cactus.

Memorial to confront South?셲 troubled history of lynchings

by Jay Reeves, The Associated Press

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Southern states have long welcomed tourists retracing the footsteps of the late Martin Luther King Jr.

Washington Monument closed indefinitely over elevator's 'reliability issues'

by Dana Hedgpeth, Michael E. Ruane, The Washington Post

The Washington Monument will be closed indefinitely because of ongoing problems with its elevator. Officials with the National Park Service made the announcement Monday, saying that the elevator has "ongoing reliability issues" and that they are not able to determine the cause of the problems.