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Mardi Gras beyond bare breasts

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:30:48 EST

The madness on Bourbon Street is only a microcosm of the Mardi Gras celebration. Speak with the locals and you'll find most of them never step foot on Bourbon Street on Fat Tuesday.

Beach life gives a taste of real Senegal

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:27:06 EST

Errol Barnett travels to the beaches of Dakar to discover the secrets of Senegal's national dish.

Cruise industry adopts new safety policy

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:29:27 EST

Cruise lines are now required to conduct passenger safety drills before leaving port, under a rule announced Thursday by three cruise industry associations.

More airports to use 'trusted traveler' screening

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:05:32 EST

Tens of thousands of hurried passengers trying to check in at some of the busiest U.S. airports could soon find themselves in the fast lane as the expedited screening initiative known as PreCheck expands to 28 additional airports this year.

Four easy ways to save on ski trips

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:11:27 EST

Skiing has a reputation as a pricey, perhaps even snobby sport. But even if some skiers seem to have their noses raised in the air, there's no reason to pay through the nose to ski.

Caribbean cruise cut short by illness

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:44:26 EST

Passengers on the Crown Princess are coming home early from a Caribbean cruise, thanks to a second nasty outbreak of gastrointestinal illness.

Don't rule out all Middle East trips

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:54:34 EST

Nervous American travelers will likely choose to avoid the entire Middle East right now, but travel experts say that plenty of region's diverse destinations are calm and open for business.

Make the front-desk clerk your ally

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:04:32 EST

When it comes to hotel rooms, the definition of "best" is in the mind of the key holder. Here's how to be sure that you're getting the best possible room to suit your needs.

City of Light -- and love

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:22:30 EST

As Valentine's Day approaches, we explore all of Paris' glittering allure through the beautiful photos submitted by our iReporters.

10 romantic adventures

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:21:34 EST

On that first date, when you bonded over barbecue, the sauce drips on her chin only made her look cuter. These are the romantic moments you'll always remember. Isn't it time to make more?