Photo tour: The Caribbean-based Carnival Valor

May 17th, 2012

The 2,974-passenger Carnival vessel sails year-round out of Miami.


Atlanta airport opens Maynard Jackson international terminal

May 17th, 2012

Atlanta airport opens a new, $1.4 billion international terminal that the city calls its “new front door” for the world.


Flying vs. driving: One traveler’s cross-country story

May 16th, 2012

Probably since the first wagon train rumbled west, the notion of driving from one coast to the other has been part of the American psyche.


The 15 ‘happiest seaside towns’ in the USA

May 16th, 2012

Coastal Living Magazine names the 15 ”Happiest Seaside Towns’ in the USA.


To luau or not to luau? Your tips

May 15th, 2012

The luau is just one topic in the stream of suggestions CNN.com commenters offer for making the most of a trip to the Aloha State.

Family travel: How to entertain kids on the road

May 15th, 2012

When else do you have a stretch of time with your kids uninterrupted by television, homework, phone calls, their friends or other distractio …


Heavenly Hawaii: Dos and don’ts

May 12th, 2012

Looking to get to Hawaii without blowing your son’s college fund? Want to experience the islands but not sure when to go? Read on for a Hawaii primer.

An indulgent guide to Louisville

May 12th, 2012

Horses, hats and barrels of booze star in the Kentucky Derby this weekend, and while that experience is not to be missed, Churchill Downs’ hometown is worth lingering over.

Portugal: Beautiful, soulful, affordable

May 12th, 2012

One of Europe’s most breathtaking capitals is also one of its most affordable.


Photo tour: Amtrak’s most scenic train rides

May 12th, 2012

Saturday is the fifth annual National Train Day, with entertainment and exhibits at stations in New York, Philadelphia, Chicago and Los Ange …