On Independence Day, Liberty's crown reopens to public after almost 8 years

On Independence Day, Liberty's crown reopens to public after almost 8 years

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The first visitors to Statue of Liberty's crown in nearly eight years have made the arduous climb - and one couple marked the occasion by getting engaged.

Afghanistan: Where tourists go to relax?

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There's a new building in town, and it isn't a military barracks or a hospital. It's a Tourist Information Center.

Sarasota's rich circus history always on display at Ringling museum

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Sarasota and the circus became forever linked more than 70 years ago when John Ringling decided to move the headquarters of his "Greatest Show on Earth" to the lovely Gulf Coast city where he spent his winters.

Traverse City, Mich., developing a new reputation as foodie haven

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Attention, travelling foodies: Something yummy is happening in the Traverse City area, and it's even grabbed the attention of luminaries such as celebrity chef Mario Batali, who has a summer home on the scenic Leelanau Peninsula just northwest of town.

Fashionable bags: New materials taking the 'lug' out of luggage

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Travellers have no interest in lugging their luggage anymore.
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Step away from the heavy shoes: Tips for packing light

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What's worse than lugging a heavy bag to your summer vacation spot, only to pop it open and find it filled with too many of all the wrong things?

United Airlines computers back up at Chicago's O'Hare airport, easing long lines of passengers

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A computer problem has temporarily disrupted United Airlines flights at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago today.

Restoration of frescoes may have revealed Michelangelo self-portrait

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The restoration of Michelangelo's frescoes in the Vatican's Pauline Chapel may have produced a special prize - a previously unknown self-portrait of the artist.

Florida offers mix of fun, oddities and pop culture among its thousands of bars

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Where else but Florida could a place like Jimbo's exist?

Midwest Living: Towns for antiquing

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Turn a hunt for antiques into a getaway on the almost 100-kilometre stretch known as Indiana's Antique Alley.

NY audio tours feature celebs

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Comics Whoopi Goldberg and Jerry Seinfeld are among the celebrities featured in new free audio tours of Central Park.

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Sarasota's rich circus history always on display at Ringling museum Traverse City, Mich., developing a new reputation as foodie haven Fashionable bags: New materials taking the 'lug' out of luggage Step away from the heavy shoes: Tips for packing light Restoration of frescoes may have revealed Michelangelo self-portrait Florida offers mix of fun, oddities and pop culture among its thousands of bars Discounts abound as tourism to Thailand drops Art gallery launches outdoor exhibition space in downtown Vancouver Historic Charleston on a budget: Waterfront, history and City Market Hong Kong and Disney Co. reach deal on US$465 million expansion of park

Woodstock anniversary exhibit at rock museum

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Peace and love will last a lot longer than three days at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, which is celebrating Woodstock's 40th anniversary with a new exhibit.

MGM Mirage, Egyptian partner to build Cairo resort

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Casino operator MGM Mirage said that it is teaming with an Egyptian developer to build a resort outside Cairo.

8 Wonders of Kansas Cuisine announced

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Hamburgers, fried chicken and artisan breads are among the menu choices at eight restaurants determined to be the "most iconic" in Kansas.

Greenbrier seeking that elusive 5th star

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The new owner of The Greenbrier resort is going straight to the source to find ways to restore a coveted five-star rating from the Mobil Travel Guide.

New programs at Plimoth Plantation in Mass.

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Visitors to Plimoth Plantation will find two new programs: a weekly story hour for children and a re-enactment of what a religious service would have been like in the 17th-century colony.

Museum to open display of 500 cowboy hats from closed store

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The Cow Lot Western Wear store was a place you could hang your hat, literally.

Wet spring to boost wildflowers at Tahoe

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An explosion of colour will soon burst onto the Lake Tahoe landscape.

Circus Parade returns to Milwaukee after six years

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The Great Circus Parade is returning to the streets of Milwaukee July 12 after a six-year hiatus.

Chinook salmon's best friend in Whitehorse marks 50th anniversary

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The Whitehorse Fishway has been helping chinook salmon get up the Yukon River for 50 years.

Construction starts on new Jewish history museum in Warsaw

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For the second time in two years, Polish officials began building a new museum of Jewish history in Warsaw on Tuesday that they hope will become a major cultural landmark.

United Airlines passing credit card fees to some travel agents, citing high costs

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United Airlines has caused an uproar among travel agents with plans to force them to the pay credit-card fees when their customers buy tickets with plastic.

Discounts abound as tourism to Thailand drops

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Thai Airways is trying to lure passengers from outside Asia with free domestic flights. Hotels on the resort island of Phuket are offering a fourth night free. And mountain lodges up north are offering free golf and spa pampering.

Art gallery launches outdoor exhibition space in downtown Vancouver

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The Vancouver Art Gallery is launching an outdoor exhibition space on downtown Georgia Street, with prominent Chinese photographer O Zhang as the first featured artist.

Atwood, Callaghan, Toews to appear at International Festival of Authors

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Canadian authors Margaret Atwood, Barry Callaghan, Anne Michaels and Miriam Toews are set to appear at the 30th annual International Festival of Authors.
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