Berlin inaugurates repainted stretch of Wall, bringing new life to remnant

Berlin inaugurates repainted stretch of Wall, bringing new life to remnant

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The Berlin Wall's longest remaining stretch has been restored to its state of nearly two decades ago after artists repainted the colourful murals they created in the aftermath of the notorious barrier's opening.

US Homeland Security Sec. defends move to impose $10 travel fee for visitors to US

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European Parliament lawmakers on Friday demanded that U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano ease restrictions for Europeans travelling to the United States, saying plans to impose a new $10 (C6.73) entry fee are unfair.

Happy birthday, world traveller: At 1, this baby's practically a frequent flyer

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Happy first birthday, world traveller.

New Zealand: From Maori heritage to rolling down a mountain in a Zorb

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As I tumbled down the mountainside in a gigantic beach ball filled with water, feeling somewhat like I was in a washing machine, it occurred to me that there had to be a better way to experience New Zealand.

Hot chocolate and hot tubs: Tips for winter vacation rentals

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Winter is a traditionally slow season for vacation home rentals. But if you're a would-be renter, you can score terrific bargains on off-season rentals and enjoy a different type of getaway, sipping hot chocolate in front of a cosy fireplace instead of running around to see the sights.
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New small cruise ship plans trips between Juneau, Ketchikan, starting in 2011

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A new small-ship cruise line will start weeklong voyages between Ketchikan and Juneau in 2011.

US Park Service details vision for future of St. Louis' Gateway Arch grounds

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The shimmering Gateway Arch on the banks of the Mississippi River is St. Louis's calling card. But the iconic monument set off from the rest of the city is, well, set off from the rest of the city.

Ancient world springs alive at expanded UM museum

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hidden art and artifacts from the ancient Mediterranean are on display for the first time in years at the University of Michigan's newly expanded Kelsey Museum of Archaeology.

With car rental rates up, here's how to get the best deal

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Travellers have been able to score decent deals on hotel rooms and airfares over the last year. But car rental prices have increased dramatically despite the weak economy.

Travellers 'make a difference' in volunteer projects around the world

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Caring for orphans in India, restoring a medieval village in France or helping autistic children on Vancouver Island. These are just a few of the ways in which travellers seeking to improve the lives of others or the state of the planet can donate their time, talents and energy.

Work begins on Donald Trump's controversial Scottish golf resort

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Workers are clearing rocks and other debris from the site where a controversial golf resort is to be built by Donald Trump.

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Happy birthday, world traveller: At 1, this baby's practically a frequent flyer New Zealand: From Maori heritage to rolling down a mountain in a Zorb Hot chocolate and hot tubs: Tips for winter vacation rentals US Park Service details vision for future of St. Louis' Gateway Arch grounds With car rental rates up, here's how to get the best deal Newseum in Washington is a news junkie's dream tour of news, past and present Obama lifting ban barring people with HIV from entry into US, effective after the New Year Louisville hotel wins top U.S. ranking in Conde Nast Traveler awards Explore one of America's first planned cities: Savannah, with historic squares Old school meets high tech: Travel book links to online content through QR codes

Winter Trails day will offer free snowshoeing and cross-country Jan. 9

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Winter Trails will celebrate its 15th year Jan. 9 at locations throughout the U.S. with free snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

Da Vinci mode: Shows about art, invention around the country

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Cities around the U.S. are in da Vinci mode with shows about Leonardo da Vinci's work.

Avant-garde art from Berlin showcased in Montreal, Quebec City

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Berlin Wall to Wall, an event being staged next month in Montreal and Quebec City, is described by organizers as "an excursion into the heart of Berlin's avant-garde art and culture."

Most roads closing for winter in Yellowstone

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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. - Roads into the interior of Yellowstone National Park have closed for the winter, limiting access to Old Faithful, Canyon, and Fishing Bridge until the snowpack is cleared from the roads in the spring.

Chestnut tree sapling from Anne Frank house Idaho-bound

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A human rights memorial in Idaho's capital city will receive a sapling grafted from the chestnut tree that grew outside the secret annex in Amsterdam where Holocaust victim Anne Frank hid from the Nazis.

Vancouver's Cibo Trattoria named best new restaurant in Canada

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Reviewers have praised its emphasis on fresh local ingredients and the simplicity of its cuisine.

Newseum in Washington is a news junkie's dream tour of news, past and present

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The facade of Washington's newest museum, the Newseum, has the 45 words of the United States First Amendment engraved on a massive 23-metre-high slab of Tennessee marble facing Pennsylvania Ave.

'Most affordable' resorts from Ski.com

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Ski.com has come up with a list of what it calls the '10 most affordable ski resorts', including Whistler-Blackcomb, B.C., site of the Winter Olympics. They are:

Charleston launching 'South of Broad' tour after Conroy book

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A new walking tour is being offered in Charleston based on places featured in the new Pat Conroy bestseller "South of Broad."

Film contest on why Orlando makes you smile

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Why does Orlando make you smile?

Hot chocolate and hot tubs: Tips for winter vacation rentals

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Winter is a traditionally slow season for vacation home rentals. But if you're a would-be renter, you can score terrific bargains on off-season rentals and enjoy a different type of getaway, sipping hot chocolate in front of a cosy fireplace instead of running around to see the sights.

Obama lifting ban barring people with HIV from entry into US, effective after the New Year

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President Barack Obama said Friday the U.S. will overturn a 22-year-old travel and immigration ban against people with HIV early next year.

Louisville hotel wins top U.S. ranking in Conde Nast Traveler awards

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Wade Johnson has plopped down in plenty of hotels, but the business consultant ranks his stays at 21c Museum Hotel in downtown Louisville as a one-of-a-kind experience.

What's new at ski destinations, from Oregon to Maine

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The November issue of National Geographic Adventure magazine is recommending 11 ski destinations from Oregon to Maine. They are:
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