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Anchored in Alaska: Nome to host cruise ships, military at deep-water Arctic port
Climate change is opening up the Arctic, and a $600 million-plus expansion will make Nome on Alaska’s western coast the nation’s first deep-water Arctic port.
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It will cost more to park at NYC-area airports — here's how much prices are going up
Flying out of a New York City-area airport for a summer getaway? Using public transit or getting a ride may be the way to go if you want to save some money.
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21-year-old flies 600 miles a week to avoid paying $3,500-a-month New York rent—here's how much she saves
For Sophia Celentano, a weekly airplane “super-commute” is better than paying three months of New York rent on an intern’s salary. Here’s how she makes it work.
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Three NYC hotels named among best luxury stays in the U.S., according to Tripadvisor
Three New York City hotels made the list of best luxury hotels in the U.S., according to TripAdvisor. See which ones made the list.
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The ‘breakout travel trend' of the decade: What to know about expedition cruising
Expedition cruises are often smaller, focus on less-visited or harder to reach destinations, and have onboard specialists to educate passengers.
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Lawmakers propose rolling back Obama-era rule requiring airlines to advertise full airfare prices
The House bill would let airlines advertise the “base airfare” — excluding taxes and fees — as long as they include a link to the all-in price or disclose it some other way.
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Delta showcases new seat design for passengers with reduced mobility
Delta unveiled a new seat prototype aimed at helping wheelchair users on flights.
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Black bear captured in DC after climbing trees, prancing through yards
A large black bear climbed up a tree in Northwest Washington, D.C., and early Friday found itself in some trouble.
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Traveling internationally this summer? Here's how to get your passport as quickly as possible
Passport applications now take 10 to 13 weeks to process, but there are some tricks to speed it up.
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Relief from wildfire smoke days away for NYC area
An air quality alert will remain in place for a third day as wildfire smoke chokes the tri-state area.
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FAA grounds flights to LaGuardia and Newark airports due to wildfire smoke
Federal Aviation Administration grounded flights arriving to LaGuardia and Newark airports on Wednesday due to low visibility concerns.
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Air quality alert: Check flight delays and cancellations in tri-state area airports
On Thursday morning, the FAA announced in a tweet it had issued a ground stop for flights from the Northeast, Ohio and Mid-Atlantic bound for LaGuardia Airport.
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Smoke from Canadian wildfires triggers air quality alerts for NYC area
It’s not just your neighborhood — all over the tri-state, a thick layer of smoke is causing an orange glow and triggered an air quality alert. NBC New York has team coverage of what you need to know.
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This NY Getaway Spot Earned a Place on List for Top US Small Towns
Conde Nast Traveler released a list of 11 small towns near big cities that could give city dwellers an option to spend some time away from their fast-paced home — and for those in NYC looking to explore, head out onto Long Island for a change of pace
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Spirit Airlines Experiences Widespread Delays Amid Technical Issue
More than 90% of Spirit Airlines’ flights were delayed on Thursday due to a technical issue that affected its website, app and airport kiosks.
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I Left the U.S. for Paris 12 Years Ago—6 Things French People Do Differently Than Americans to Live Long, Happy Lives
After moving from New York to Paris in 2011, Ajiri Aki discovered a new, more joyful perspective on life. Here’s what the mother and lifestyle guru learned from French people about how to live a long, happy life.
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These Are the Best Hidden Beaches in NY and NJ, Travel Site Says
While many know of the most popular spots to cool off and have some summer fun, there are a few lesser known spots that may have a different kind of appeal: hidden beaches to escape crowds and noise, and enjoy a more serene seaside experience.
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The No. 1 ‘Underrated' City in the World, According to 175 Travel Experts: It's the ‘New Hot City'
New York, Paris and Tokyo may be on your travel bucket list, but there are plenty of cities that don’t get enough credit and are well worth a visit. This year’s pick, according to travel experts, is Bologna, Italy.
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CT Woman, 22, Loses Leg in Turks and Caicos Shark Attack
A 22-year-old Connecticut woman is hospitalized in serious condition after losing her leg in a shark attack while snorkeling in the Caribbean, authorities say. The woman, who has not been identified, and a friend were in the water outside Blue Haven Resort in Turks and Caicos Wednesday afternoon when she was attacked, police say. Blue Haven says the women...
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Expect Big Crowds for the Summer Travel Season — and Big Prices, Too
The unofficial start of the summer travel season is here, with airlines hoping to avoid the chaos of last year and travelers scrounging for ways to save a few bucks on pricey airfares and hotel rooms.