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Tourism in Egypt: Hope amid recovery

The millions of people working in tourism in Egypt have been hit hard by the unrest. Here's what they're thinking.

Posted on 23 May 2013 | 12:41 am

Travelers' choice: 10 best destinations

It's no surprise that travelers flock to Paris, New York and London.

Posted on 21 May 2013 | 11:26 pm

Chelsea Flower Show blooms 100 years

The woman behind the Chelsea Flower Show talks with CNN about the event preparations and the 100th anniversary.

Posted on 21 May 2013 | 9:49 am

'Living history' at N. Korean border town

A popular day trip destination for Chinese tourists, Sinuiju is opening up to Western visitors. Sorry, no U.S., South Korean or Japanese passport holders allowed.

Posted on 21 May 2013 | 6:19 am

Dreamliner return: 5 things to know

After battery woes troubled Dreamliner's debut, Boeing's 787 is ready for a comeback in the U.S. Aviation fans already call it Dreamliner 2.0.

Posted on 20 May 2013 | 2:45 am

Live large, pay small in Panama City

Panama City is the America's most affordable capital city, but luxury standards often prevail in Latin Am's fastest growing economy.

Posted on 17 May 2013 | 1:45 am

Beijing to Chinese tourists: Be polite!

Improve your behavior, China's Vice Premier Wang Yang has urged tourists, stressing it was important to project a "good image of Chinese tourists."…

Posted on 17 May 2013 | 1:41 am

A traveler's guide to eating insects

Chowing down on some of these not only makes you look like an intrepid tourist, it may just help save the planet.

Posted on 17 May 2013 | 12:13 am

World's 10 weirdest medical museums

Tapeworms, tumors and birthing chairs -- skip lunch before touring these grotesque displays.

Posted on 16 May 2013 | 1:35 am

Are U.S. airlines actually improving?

What makes airline passengers happy?

Posted on 16 May 2013 | 12:21 am

Barbie house meets feminist protests

Group calls Barbie an "expression of a conventional role model that isn't OK."…

Posted on 16 May 2013 | 12:20 am

Pilot training blamed for Bali crash

A preliminary investigation report into last month's Lion Air crash into the sea off Bali has called on the budget carrier to implement several safety and pilot training recommendations.

Posted on 16 May 2013 | 12:20 am

Fowl play? Giant HK duck drowns

Giant duck that's captivated Hong Kong capsizes under mysterious circumstances.

Posted on 15 May 2013 | 6:18 am

10 classic American experiences

Volume II of our argument-proof list of the most uniquely American anythings.

Posted on 15 May 2013 | 5:03 am

8 things to know before visiting Libya

Post-Gaddafi, the northern African desert state is less restricted and an altogether more welcoming destination.

Posted on 15 May 2013 | 12:34 am

'I will always love you' diverts flight

I will always love you.

Posted on 14 May 2013 | 10:23 am

6 hot resorts for adults only

It's not enough to eat good food, sit by the beach and sleep in for a week. Sometimes you need to make the most of downtime by stripping away anything that could potentially cause stress, including children.

Posted on 14 May 2013 | 9:01 am

Airbus rolls out first wide-body plane

Airbus has showed off its new A350 XWB, rolling out its first flyable plane on Monday fresh from the paintshop in company livery.

Posted on 14 May 2013 | 1:02 am

Richard Branson looks great in drag

Virgin Group chairman a lost wager by serving as flight attendant on AirAsia X flight.

Posted on 13 May 2013 | 8:54 am

The birthplace of soy sauce

Finding an authentic Edo-era experience in modern Japan is no easy feat. This Wakayama town delivers…

Posted on 13 May 2013 | 8:50 am