An 'Orlando Eye' as high as London Eye in the making
A 425-foot high Orlando Eye observation wheel, almost as high as the landmark London Eye wheel, will become the new landmark of the central city of Orlando in Florida.
Miami airport gets its first joint premium lounge
Some of the amenities offered at the premium lounge include complimentary food and beverages, two TV lounges, a business center, a children's room, and spa-like showers.
Texas issues Mexican spring break travel warning
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has warned students to avoid visiting Mexico for the Spring Break in the wake of fresh killings and drug-related violence in the country.
The 4 Most Mesmerizing Attractions in Ireland [PHOTOS]
Ireland was named top travel destination for 2011 by Frommer’s Guide poll in November last year. In the words of Patricia Tunison Preston, who has authored 15 travel books on the country, Ireland is one of the most romantic destinations on earth.”
Mexico vies to become top tourist destination
Within weeks from declaring 2011 to be Mexico's “year of tourism,” the country's president Felipe Calderon said that the government aims to make Mexico the world's top fifth tourism destination by 2018.
World Race 2011 from NY to Paris to commemorate the 1908 Auto Race
World Race 2011 will have about 25 cars from different countries racing to circle the globe on the same path on which the 1908-winner drove.
Watch Sun flare up: NASA Video
Here's a gorgeous 16- second view of the waving flames off the Sun's surface, with exquisite details.
U.S. travel to Switzerland is up
Even though only about 30 percent of Americans may be holding a valid passport, the number of U.S. travelers visiting Switzerland is on the rise.
As tourist sites reopen in Egypt, UN praises efforts of revival (PHOTOS)
As tourists begin to return to Egypt and Tunisia following the receding anti-government protests, UNWTO has praised efforts made by respective governments to restore tourism.
400 human bodies make up coral under Cancun sea - VIDEO
Here's a video showing the underwater world of human statues producing artificial coral reef.
Egypt tourism shows signs of recovery
FCO's decision may herald a rebound in Egyptian tourism; however, the U.S. Department of State continues to advise U.S. citizens to defer non-essential travel to the country.
Facebook travel photos inspire holiday bookings
Flight comparison site Skyscanner has revealed how Facebook influences people's travel plans, with 52 percent of respondents in a poll stating that seeing friends’ photos on Facebook makes them want to book a holiday.
Wine and wealth on a Barcelona-to-Rome voyage
Aboard Wind Surf, David Gianulias and Todd Rustman will lecture on the winemaking process and conduct a wine tasting session.
Drug war mars spring break tourism in Mexican city
The 2011 spring break arrivals in Mexico's coastal city of Acapulco, a famous summer holiday destination, may fall as cancelation of trips have been recorded in the wake of fresh drug war violence in the country.
Canadians look for high-end travel experience
There has been a significant increase of 500 percent in demand for affordable luxury brands, mainly including El Dorado and Azul Hotels, in the Caribbean and Mexico over the last two years.
4 Exclusive luxury vacations for 2011
Guests enjoy privacy and services catered to their needs - it's like a home away from home and when blended with luxurious retreats, these vacation rentals become any traveler's paradise.
Terror in tourism: Russia stops receiving tourists at ski resort after attack
Russia has stopped receiving tourists in the Russian republic of Kabardino-Balkaria region, a popular ski resort, after a supposed terrorist attack on a tourist mini bus claimed lives of atleast three people on Saturday.
Travel VIDEO of the day: Beautiful Alaska
From adventurous trails on mountans and lakes to the wild life, rail roads and the magnificent glaciers, here's a video tour of the beautiful Alaska.
Libya protest: Countries issue travel warnings
Governments including those of the U.S., Sweden, UK, Taiwan and India have issued travel advisories against all non-essential travel to conflict-ridden Libya, where a large number of casualties have already been reported.
Vancouver: World's most liveable city
In an unabated stint for five consecutive years, Vancouver in Canada has been ranked first in the top ten list of world's most liveable cities.
Cricket World Cup 2011: U.S. issues travel warnings
The U.S. government has issued a travel advisory for its citizens visiting the ICC World Cup 2011 host nations, including India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Travel back in time with Egyptian boy King Tut in Minnesota (VIDEO)
Visitors to the Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul can now get to see the treasures of King Tut as the exhibit, Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs is now open, and continues to attract tourists through September 5.
Top 10 Movie Tour destinations (PHOTOS)
From ‘Vertigo’ to ‘Pretty Woman’, these new Hollywood destination tours offer movie buffs a great chance to get behind-the-scenes glimpse of places where the films were actually made.
Themed cruise depicting modern history to sail from Egypt
A themed 'Freedom Evolution' cruise ship will sail from Egypt through Jordan and Israel, with guest speakers on board to provide insights about the historical and modern events in the region.
U.S. yet to decide if Google should rule online travel
The approval for Google’s acquisition of ITA Software for $700 million is still pending from the U.S. Justice Department, as it is considering if the deal will give Google influence over the entire online flight industry.
Iceland Express offers $299 long-haul flight to Europe in the summer of 2011
The offer price for tickets are valid for various European destinations, including London, Edinburgh, Belfast, Copenhagen, Billund, Aalborg, Gothenburg, Stockholm, Oslo, Paris, Berlin, Frankfurt and Warsaw.
India gets Eurocopter's choppers for Heli Tourism
Eurocopter India, the Indian subsidiary of the world’s leading helicopter manufacturer, Eurocopter, has introduced the AS350 B3 Ecureuil and EC130 B4 helicopters in India to promote Heli tourism in the southern state of Kerala.
Slideshow: 12 most authentic U.S. destinations
They are the atypical destinations of America that offer distinct recreational experiences, embrace stunning architecture, boast cultural diversity and lively entertainment. These dynamic downtowns have been chosen as America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations of 2011 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Misusers of TSA body-scan images to be punished
Any person or authority found misusing scanned body images, produced during Transportation Safety Administration’s routine security checks on all US major airports, will be punished with up to a year in prison and a fine up to $100,000.
5 exclusive luxury excursions in Alaska
Right from a water safari on state’s waterways to flight-seeing by a seaplane or helicopter over glaciers, here’s a list of five offerings to explore Alaska in the United States.