Antarctica adventure

Utah dad, daughter explore bottom of the world together

Why do hotels place ‘holds’ on customers’ credit cards?

It’s like an episode of “Unsolved Mysteries” that plays itself endlessly for travelers. It happened to Judith Searcy when she stayed at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront i...

Baggage delays for United Express at DIA

Airline says ‘we are not meeting our customer’s expectations’

In winter’s icy grip

Travelers urged to be cautious; plows patrol Durango streets

Red Mountain Pass reopens

U.S. Highway 550 has reopened on Red Mountain Pass as of 3:30 p.m. Tuesday. The highway was closed for nearly five hours for avalanche-mitigation work. Crews intentionally trigger...

The calm of the wild

Amid Patagonia’s storms, a prized view is elusive, but something better is found

Eager to hop a plane to Havana? Hold on

NEW YORK – Don’t rush to book that flight to Cuba just yet. While the U.S. plans to restore diplomatic ties with the Caribbean island nation, globe-trotting tourists won’t be able...

The subtle influence of others on your flight

So you’re sitting on a plane, somewhere in the back. And you hate everything right now. The airline, for its stinginess. The flight attendant, for pouring you half a can of Coke, then taking...

How was man billed $3,374 for 1-day car rental?

Budget Rent a Car recently quoted Roy Bonney a $96 rate for a one-day rental from Norfolk to Washington. But it sent him a bill for $3,374. The reason? A tire on Bonney’s car went...

In Nepal, we gave them the boot – in a good way

Third World life offers sharp contrasts

Travel books: Take a trip in your armchair

NEW YORK – Shopping, romance, bucket lists, inspiration and information: All of these things and more can be found in books for travelers that are out this season in time for the holidays. I...

Gifts, gadgets for travelers – or you

Functional gear makes a difference