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Growing demand, limited inventory and a strong stock market have helped vacation rental sales surge across the United States.

Nearly 2 million people have signed a boycott petition after a 15-year-old rape victim was sentenced to 100 lashes for premarital sex.

Samoa Airlines is the first airline worldwide to begin charging their customers ticket prices based on their weight.

The body of Kaitlin Anne Kenney, a 21-year-old woman who disappeared in the Grand Canyon in January, was recovered.

The Supreme Court rejected Spirit Airlines' claims that a rule forcing the carrier to show the total price of airfare was a violation of free speech.

My 420 Tours promises "420-friendly hotels" and daily "420 happy hours" for its inaugural Denver trip this April.

Will Brazil be safe when visitors arrive for the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics? The rape of a tourist in Rio de Janeiro is raising fresh concerns.

Netizens are divided over a collection of images captured by a group of Russians who illegally scaled Egypt's Great Pyramid of Giza.

Some 35 percent fewer female tourists have visited India since the Delhi gang rape, says a new report that contradicts government statistics.

Roman Catholics and Christians from around the world have joined together to celebrate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ with prayers and processions on Good Friday ahead of Easter Sunday.

Economist Bharat Bhatta believes airlines should adopt a new policy: "overweight" passengers pay more, "underweight" pay less.

To go or not to go? These controversial tourist attractions put many ethical travelers in a quandary.

If you’re looking for paid time off, one thing is certain: You don’t want to live in Asia or North America.

Thick clouds of neon color arrived at villages across India this week -- a telltale sign that the 2013 Holi Festival had begun.

Scientists warned of "unusual" activity at Hekla Tuesday. If it erupts, could its ash cloud do as much damage as Eyjafjallajokull in 2010?

Why can't you use tablets on a plane during takeoff/landing? According to an FAA source, the reason is unclear and the rule is changing.

The S.S. United States was the fastest ship of its time and the crown of 20th Century American maritime, but it could be scrapped.

Winter Storm Virgil was not as powerful as expected, but still managed to snarl travel across the Midwest and mid-Atlantic Monday.

Lawmakers in Colorado met Friday to review 58 recommendations on marijuana regulations, including limits to "pot tourism."

The Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates a gift of trees from Japan 101 years ago. But few know the initial trees were actually destroyed.

Easter Sunday 2013, which falls on an early date in March, marks a special time this year for Roman Catholics with the newly elected Pope Francis.

In 2013, Earth Hour events will take place in more than 7,000 cities/towns across 152 countries and territories on all continents.

With dazzling untouched sands, awe-inspiring ancient cities and nature preserves to rival any in Africa, Sri Lanka isn't short on appeal.

Google has reportedly ceased all print publications of Frommer's guidebooks, and some say the move could kill the brand.

Popular travel booking site Kayak thinks it has the answers to some of travelers' biggest questions (like when to book a cheap flight).

Superstorm Sandy may have made a disaster zone out of the Jersey Shore, but that didn’t stop the Garden State from setting a new tourism record in 2012.

Carnival has had a rough go of it in 2013 with the drifting Triumph, tugged Elation and marooned Dream. Now, it's canceling 12 voyages amid a "comprehensive review."

The first day of Spring arrived on Wednesday with the 2013 vernal equinox heralding the end of winter.

When BBC Worldwide announced it was selling Lonely Planet to NC2 Media Tuesday, the first question was: Wait. Who?