Mark Johanson

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Mark Johanson is the travel editor at the International Business Times. He has traveled to and written about more than 30 nations and territories on every continent except Africa, and lived in the UK, U.S., the Caribbean and New Zealand. He is currently based in Sydney, Australia.

Obama Praises Boeing-Indonesia Jet Deal

President Barack Obama welcomed on Friday a $21.7 billion jet deal his administration helped broker between Boeing and an Indonesian airline, calling it a win-win for U.S. workers and Asian consumers

Thanksgiving 2011 Travel Forecast: Busier Roads, Busier Skies

AAA predicts that over Thanksgiving weekend, the roads will be busier than they've been since 2007.

Arizona Sweat Lodge Deaths: Are Sweat Lodges Safe?

The 2009 Arizona sweat lodge deaths forced the nation to re-examine sweat lodge safety. On Friday, the infamous Guru James Arthur Ray will be sentenced for his role in the 2009 spiritual warrior accident.

Natalie Wood Death Mystery: Exploring the ‘Rebel Without a Cause’ Curse

Natalie Wood, James Dean and Sal Mineo Jr. all died of mysterious or tragic circumstances after starring in the seminal 1950s film Rebel Without a Cause.

Lady Gaga's ‘Marry The Night’ Prelude Pathétique Released [VIDEO]

Lady Gaga released the prelude to her upcoming Marry The Night video on Thursday.

Benetton 'Unhate' Campaign Ads: White House Issues Statement on Obama Kiss

The White House issued a statement on Thursday after Benetton's 'Unhate' ad campaign featured a digitally altered picture of Obama kissing two of his perceived enemies.

Occupy Las Vegas is 'Tourist-Friendly'

Occupy Las Vegas takes pride in being the Occupy Movement's most friendly gathering - We don't want to chase tourists away.

Pilot’s Bathroom Break Causes Mid-Air Terror Scare

A Chautauqua Airlines pilot's bathroom break caused a mid-air terror scare over New York City.

$15,000 Comic Book Featuring Spider-Man’s Debut Stolen in Nebraska

A comic book worth $15,000 was stolen from a Nebraska home. The 1962 comic was the first to feature Spider-Man.

TSA Turns 10: What’s Changed and What Needs to Change?

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) turns 10 on Saturday and many will reflect on what has changed in the past 10 years and what needs to change in the administration's pre-teen years.

Jaktogo: A Wearable Solution to Baggage Fees

John Power has created a solution to the problem of excessive baggage fees: wearable luggage.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck & Bill Maher Just ‘Play Hate’ [VIDEO]

Bill Maher went on David Letterman Tuesday night and explained that he and Elisabeth Hasselbeck just play like they hate each other on TV.

‘Eat, Fry, Love’ Video: William Shatner’s Ode to the Turkey Fryer

William Shatner teaches turkey fryer tips in Eat, Fry, Love.

Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek Bachchan's 5 Years of Togetherness

Aishwarya Rai Baby News: Latest on the Bollywood Superstar’s Delivery

Aishwarya Rai checked into a hospital in Mumbai on Monday to deliver her baby.

New Zealand Oil Spill Beaches Reopen

The beaches affected by the New Zealand oil spill reopen on Wednesday.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck vs. Bill Maher on ‘The View’ [VIDEO]

Elisabeth Hasselbeck had a bone to pick with Bill Maher when he stopped by ABC's The View.

The Funniest Tourism Campaign Videos on the Planet

Dance, sing, and laugh your way around the world with these hysterical videos.

Movember: Qantas Celebrates by Growing a ‘Mo’

Qantas is celebrating Movember by flying a mustache-clad Boeing 737.

Another FAA Shutdown? Key Senator Warns of the Possibility

Chairman of the Senate's Science and Transportation Committee, Jay Rockefeller (D-WV), warned that if the government does not pass the FAA bill soon, another shut down is possible.

India’s Rambo Circus: A Look Inside the Big Tent [PHOTOS]

Peek inside the wild world of India’s premier traveling circus.

Bangkok Flooding 2011: What’s Open and What’s Under Water?

The 2011 flooding in Bangkok has forced several popular tourist destinations to close, however the vast majority remain open for business.

Erupting Congo Volcano becomes Tourist Hotspot

Nyamulagira Volcano, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is drawing crowds of tourists as Virunga National Park offers its first ever overnight treks to the eruption.

TSA issues Gift Wrapping Warning for Christmas Travelers

After a man was caught at LAX with 35 pounds of Christmas-wrapped marijuana packages, TSA reiterated its stance on gift wrapping.

DOT Fines American Eagle $900,000 for Tarmac Delays

American Airlines affiliate American Eagle was fined $900,000 for excessive tarmac delays. This is the first time an airline has been charged for delays since a new law passed in April 2010.