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Beijing's microbrewery boom

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:09:56 EDT

Beijing duck, steamed dumplings or a glass of green tea: these are the culinary offerings most associated with China. But beer?

What makes an airline the world's best?

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:08:02 EDT

Richard Quest reveals what airlines can do to become a frequent flyer favorite.

Film: TWA crash 'no accident'

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:07:51 EDT

Skeptics who have long theorized that TWA Flight 800 was brought down by sinister forces will get a fresh surge of energy when a new documentary attempts to disprove that the 1996 crash was accidental.

No view: Underground stays

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:46:29 EDT

A room with a view is a perk usually coveted by travelers. So much so that one of the most famous travel romance movies of all time takes that title. But travel is also about shutting the rest of the world out, and nothing does that quite like a room without even a single window to the outside world.

Battle over Angry Birds theme park

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:16:57 EDT

Those countries in the Middle East that have been spared political upheaval find themselves enmeshed in a different sort of battle of late. As Qatar, the UAE and Jordan split what's left of the region's tourists, each is fighting to pull in the lion's share. Their weapon of choice? Theme parks.

The world's best airline is...

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:52:14 EDT

Emirates has been voted the world's best airline by passengers at the annual Skytrax World Airline Awards.

8 of Brazil's best beaches

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 06:24:56 EDT

Brazil's beach-goers here have been known to break into applause as the sun sets. Here's where to find that perfect beach experience

Why Airbus will dominate air show

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 06:51:25 EDT

On its home turf, Airbus has the most pressure to make a good showing. This year, it appears ready to answer that challenge

Ship wreck's ghostly underwater gallery

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 06:50:51 EDT

Sunken World War II ship is now underwater gallery, featuring 12 sumptuous photographs of retro sailors and their sweethearts.

America's most luxurious hotel suites

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:06:07 EDT

Indoor basketball courts, island-sized balconies and bathrooms that belong in museums -- America's got some crazy indulgent hotel suites with price tags to match.

Boeing challenge: Airbus A350 debuts

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:28:15 EDT

Aviation enthusiasts around the world had their eyes on France Friday morning, eager to catch the long-awaited inaugural flight of the Airbus A350 XWB.

London Tube maps get Lego treatment

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:40:26 EDT

Every day seems to bring a new use for Lego, from getting stuck in your boot heel, to providing a new chew toy for your dog to actually teaching kids how to make things.

America's most expensive cocktails

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 13:33:38 EDT

Endangered ingredients and edible metals make for a round of drinks that could send your kids to college

Surf's up: The world's biggest waves

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 06:44:40 EDT

Find out more about the world's wildest big-wave surf spots with our interactive map.

What's on at the 2013 Paris Airshow

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 07:34:00 EDT

Hollywood's stars may have left Cannes, but the real "jet set" will be heading to Paris for the 50th airshow.

5-minute guide to Brazilian barbecue

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 07:38:39 EDT

Churrascaria barbecue rules the Brazilian table. Here's how to order the best cuts of meat

U.S. Open courses you can play

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 04:49:18 EDT

Anyone can book a tee time at these six public courses that have or will host the U.S. Open.

Is Istanbul safe for tourists?

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 06:41:05 EDT

Weather, airfare and upcoming local events are criteria that typically factor into travel decisions.

Touring America's best beach towns

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 03:57:51 EDT

Nightlife-driven souls looking for Floridian action point their convertibles toward the likes of Fort Lauderdale and Key West. But a certain quieter, off-the-radar destination on the state's Gulf Coast holds a different kind of allure.

Amazing pics of old Hong Kong airport

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:33:18 EDT

Pilot and photographer remember Kai Tak airport -- from the fondest to the scariest moments

8 hotel fees that may surprise you

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 08:12:38 EDT

We've come to expect fees for hotel WiFi and parking, but as lodging fees pile up, there are some that may come as a surprise to even the seasoned business traveler.

Britain's 10 best fish and chip shops

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:07:13 EDT

Upper-class versions of the British national dish

8 of the most beautiful airports

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:06:51 EDT

It's about making an entrance. Dramatic entries are a given with air travel, and airports should convey a sense of welcome and arrival to travelers landing in a new city, says architecture critic Paul Goldberger.

Underwater hotel: At a beach near you?

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 00:05:06 EDT

Need an underwater seascape? Plans are underway to build one of the world's largest underwater hotels in The Maldives and possibly Dubai.

5 reasons to barge cruise in France

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 05:39:18 EDT

Even the most jaded and cosmopolitan travel writers tend to rave unreservedly when it comes to these small, leisurely barge trips.

World's 50 best beach bars

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 23:00:30 EDT

Drink in hand, toes in sand. You want luxurious cocktails? An ice-cold beer paired with killer views? These beach bars do it better than anyone.

World's priciest city to be an expat is...?

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:08:41 EDT

Oslo, Norway ranks as the world's most expensive city for expatriates, according to a new survey by ECA International, a global human resources consultancy firm. In the top 10, seven of the planet's priciest cities lie in Europe, two are found in Africa, while just one rests in Asia.

10 things to know about DR Congo

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 08:57:24 EDT

If the Congo conjures images of dripping jungles inhabited by gorillas, warlords and the ebola virus, you're getting only a tiny part of the picture.

The town where Superman lives

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 06:58:48 EDT

Superman celebrates his 75th birthday this year, with a new movie and the Superman Celebration

Urban surfing: Riding waves on city rivers

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:51:14 EDT

Welcome to the world of urban surfing, where thrill-seekers ride the waves of inner-city rivers.

Food flies as plane hits turbulence

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 03:53:06 EDT

Breakfast on the ceiling as a Singapore Airlines flight has a bumpy time.