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Games put Utah skiing ‘on the map’
Utah's ski industry is blessed by the lingering buzz of the 2002 Winter Olympics, plus a major nearby airport that makes getting to Salt Lake City easy from other parts of the U.S. Full story
Year-round playground
Without the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics, Lake Placid would “just be a sleepy little Adirondack town.” Full story
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Oasis of the Seas
The world’s largest cruise ship offers adventures galore on the high seas.
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Continental sees delays, cancellations this week
Continental Airlines Inc. says customers whose flights may be delayed or canceled due to expected wintry weather this week can change their plans without the usual penalty.
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Holiday guide to germ-free air travel
As we gear up for the next big wave of holiday travel, here are some tips for germ-free air travel and an update from airlines about change fees should illness strike.
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Tourism chiefs warn against World Cup greed
South African soccer and tourism officials on Thursday warned hotels, airlines and restaurants not to scare off future tourists by hiking prices during next year's World Cup.
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New York City, air/3 nights, from $468
Start spreading the news — this quickie air and 3-night deal to the Big Apple includes a stay at the W Hotel.
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CityCenter mall in Las Vegas opening to public
More than a half-million square feet of shops, restaurant and entertainment are opening to the public at the CityCenter casino complex in Las Vegas.
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On board the world’s biggest cruise ship
The new Oasis of the Seas is truly a leviathan — 225,000 tons, 16 passenger decks and beds for 6,296 guests and 2,165 crewmembers — and she’s ready to set sail in full service.
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Olympics put Utah skiing ‘on the map’
Utah's ski industry is blessed by the lingering buzz of the 2002 Winter Olympics, plus a major nearby airport that makes getting to Salt Lake City easy from other parts of the U.S.
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Strike closes Louvre, other Paris museums
The Louvre Museum and the royal palace at Versailles were closed Thursday because of a French museum workers' strike that appears to be gathering steam.
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Continental shifting toward cashless cabin
Continental Airlines Inc. said Monday that credit and debit cards will be accepted for purchases onboard most its aircraft starting Tuesday.
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Extreme excursions for thrillseekers
Sure, there's always an adventure that's more dangerous or more expensive, but adrenaline junkies without hedge funds still have plenty to chose from.
