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10 transportation apps smartphone owners should download now

From bike-share finders to budget GPS services to real-time traffic updates, these ten apps will make navigating your destination much easier.

Cruises

Holland America to offer non-bland meals for no cost once per voyage

Outside of specialty restaurants and small-ship lines, cruise food is notable only for its volume and blandness. HAL's attempt to break out of this with a richer menu for one night is like trying to stuff every holiday into one weekend.

Hotels

Queen Elizabeth 2 will become a floating hotel in Dubai in 18 months

It's difficult to see how tiny hotel rooms in an old ship will be able to compete with the rooms you'll find in Dubai's cutting edge and light-filled luxury hotel properties.

Cruises

Turkey’s growth and popularity expands offshore to the cruise industry, too

Between its position as a financial and political leader in the region and its compelling cultural offerings, Turkey is having a moment right now and the tourism industry wants a piece of it.

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Airbnb for dog sitting site DogVacay goes nationwide

Anyone who underestimates the potential market of pet owners who love to travel with or without their furry friends is missing out on a startup opportunity.

Tourism

Wealthy Chinese tourists continue to flock to Australia

While it still lags behind France and the U.S., Australia is tops with Chinese tourists and has become a preferred destination for vacation homes.

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How Japan Airlines cleaned up and got itself ready for its coming IPO

Only a short while ago JAL was stumbling, to speak kindly. Now its partnerships and balance sheet are enviable enough that rivals like ANA are reminding Japanese taxpayers where the money came from.

Business Travel

Top 10 cities for travel tech startups

Even if you don't want to start your own company, Tnooz's list of cities reads like a top destinations list for wired travelers who want to be inspired.

Airlines

Jetlag and seat selection tips from a road warrior

The WSJ's Road Warrior column is hit or miss, but this edition shares some down to earth advice from someone who's often in the air.

Hotels

The sharing economy likes deals and access most, the environment not so important

Like cycling to work and public transit, the sharing economy works because it makes sense, not because people are altruistic. And that's not a bad thing.