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How to get a refund if you won’t rebook the trip

So you want to cancel your vacation? In the wake of the global coronavirus outbreak, you probably can do it – and get all your money back. I have a few coronavirus refund tips that will help...

DATE: Mar 27, 2020 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

Coronavirus delivers ‘body blow’ to Colorado’s ski industry

DENVER – Ski resorts across the West that were shut down amid coronavirus fears are grappling with an economic “body blow” at a time when they normally would be welcoming hordes of spring br...

DATE: Mar 25, 2020 | CATEGORY: Travel

United Airlines warns of massive layoffs without federal aid

Leaders of United Airlines and its labor unions are raising the threat of massive layoffs if Washington doesn’t provide “sufficient” help to the airline industry by the end of this month. ...

DATE: Mar 24, 2020 | CATEGORY: Travel

Stranded on dream vacation: Bayfield residents face travel restrictions in New Zealand

Family members may not return for 30 days

DATE: Mar 24, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Cheap fares luring travelers to fly despite pandemic

With the coronavirus pandemic escalating in the U.S. and overseas, Dylcia McBlackwell couldn’t justify taking a single spring vacation. Airfares were so cheap, she decided to book three. ...

DATE: Mar 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Travel

Tips for cleaning your gear after traveling

Months into the coronavirus crisis, travelers have grown familiar with how to protect themselves on airplanes, in hotel rooms and among crowds. But what about the risk of returning home with...

DATE: Mar 20, 2020 | CATEGORY: Travel

Planning your summer vacation amid coronavirus fears

The coronavirus outbreak isn’t just having an immediate effect on travel, prompting a surge of cancellations not seen since Sept. 11. It also couldn’t have come at a worse time for travelers...

DATE: Mar 20, 2020 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

Snowstorm triggers power outages, closes Red Mountain Pass

LPEA working to restore electricity to hundreds of customers

DATE: Mar 19, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Travel insurance can help, but it has its limits

Basic policies generally don’t cover pandemics

DATE: Mar 18, 2020 | CATEGORY: Travel

Nepal cancels spring mountain climbing season due to virus

KATHMANDU, Nepal – Nepal’s government announced Friday that it was suspending climbing permits for Mount Everest and all of the other peaks in the country due to concern over the spread of t...

DATE: Mar 17, 2020 | CATEGORY: Travel

Why your next vacation should be in Canada

In any season, our neighbor has its draws

DATE: Mar 15, 2020 | CATEGORY: Travel

Should you upload your ID before you travel?

When Mary Kay Schoen reserved an apartment in Seattle through Airbnb, her confirmation came with a peppy prompt: “Let’s add your ID!” “This seems like an outrageous and unwise req...

DATE: Mar 13, 2020 | CATEGORY: The Travel Troubleshooter

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.