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The hippest hotel in New York may be a parked van

A New York hotel starting at $22 per night? In a city where a chain hotel room can cost hundreds of dollars per night, that sounds like an old-fashioned New York scam. That’s because the $22 buys you a night in a van, parked in strategic spots across the city.

Labor Day expected to carry summer travel to all-time high

U.S. airlines are expected to carry 14.2 million passengers worldwide from Wednesday, Sept. 2, through Tuesday, Sept. 8, up 3 percent from a year earlier, Washington-based trade group Airlines for America said on Tuesday.

Utah state park preserves Anasazi ruins, artifacts

Anasazi State Park Museum near the farming community of Boulder in southern Utah preserves an important archaeological site where excavation has revealed nearly 100 structures and thousands of artifacts from prehistoric Native Americans.

9 rides every cyclist wants to take

The magic of the open road, trail or mountain has long captured the imaginations of cyclists, whether they are professional riders or weekend warriors. Here are nine rides that will leave you itching to grab your bike and take to the road.

6 secrets to getting free flights

Think you can’t afford a spin in a private jet — jacuzzi included — or a night at a lavish, five-star hotel? Think again. A dedicated group of frequent fliers (or “aero-sexuals”) have mastered the fine art of scoring travel freebies. They share their top tips on getting that free ride.

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Spirit Airlines to launch Las Vegas-New Orleans service

Deep-discount air carrier Spirit Airlines will launch its 20th destination from Las Vegas in November, offering nonstop round trips to and from New Orleans, the company announced Wednesday.

Airline to begin weighing passengers

In a recent statement, the Uzbekistan’s flag carrier announced it will weigh passengers and their carry-on luggage prior to flights to determine how much weight they’ll be adding to the plane.

7 ways to travel like a millionaire — on a budget

Champagne wishes and caviar dreams might seem out of reach for travelers on a beer-and-burger budget. But with a little research and planning, a vacation filled with private jets and luxury accommodations doesn’t have to be a far-fetched fantasy.

Oregon’s Crater Lake a unique natural wonder

A sparkling sapphire among the scenic jewels of the National Park Service, Crater Lake is unlike any other natural wonder in the country.

Plan well for Grand Canyon rim-to-rim hike

One of the epic adventures of the Southwest is hiking the Grand Canyon from rim to rim. This is a tough hike physically, and you’ll also need to get camping permits and arrange transportation, but the reward is one of the peak experiences of a lifetime.

8 tips for surviving long flights

I was fresh out of college when I got my plane routine down to a science, but these tips can apply to any business traveler today. After years of 10+ hour flights, I’ve learned it’s all about the preparation.

These are the world’s coolest bookstores

Old or new, all with fascinating stories, the bookstores below serve as historic sites, sanctuaries, salons of culture and must-visit entries in any travel itinerary.

Website, mobile app malfunctions plague Allegiant Air

Officials at Allegiant Air were appealing for customer patience Wednesday as the Las Vegas-based airline’s website and mobile booking app malfunctioned, frustrating passengers trying to check in for flights.

Will Disneyland expand after new land purchase?

The Walt Disney Co. purchased three parcels of land near the Anaheim resort and fans are hopeful for a Disneyland expansion.

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