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The cuts up for decision -- possibly in sequestration -- include 9,000 TSA screeners and 200 air traffic control towers around the U.S.

The 1960's-era article points out the importance of the motel to the small business owner and the relative lack of interest the media shows to the field in contrast to its sexier urban cousin the hotel.

Foreign Policy's list of cities ranked on their global influence may surprise you. The established heavyweights are present, as well as many underdogs that are still unknown or rarely visited by travelers from the West.

There had better be an extended fire safety session prior this 5-day cruise that plans on letting passenger participate in cook-offs and offers live demonstrations from the reality stars.

Saudi Arabia has opened its markets to foreign airlines and invested $20+ billion in aviation that has grown largely due to international traffic -- perhaps a sign that they will one day issue tourist visas?

Cruise ship passengers on board several European voyages are taking a detour or stopping at unexpected ports as a broken lock chamber causes major delays near Germany's Kiel Canal.

Food Network has figured out how to make its TV content relevant and fun for mobile users. The app encourages users to share their favorite stops on Facebook or custom build road trips based on themed shows.

Instagram isn't a travel app -- yet -- but its new Photo Maps can make the idea and consequent advertising potential more practical. On the other hand, any intrusive advertising play would turn off many users.

Introducing tourism on Saint Helena island could become an interesting experiment on how to implement sustainable tourism when given a clean slate and access to new technologies.

The Syrian airport wouldn't accept Air France's credit card, but being asked for fuel money was just the cherry on top of these passengers' flight which had already be re-routed due to violence in Beirut.

The hotel industry started surcharges trend, airlines took it to its illogical extreme. We're happier customers of the hospitality laggards.

The cruise line's strategic use of social media ensures that the brand will continue to pop up on their new fans' newsfeed, and possibly even tempt them to book the cruise they didn’t win for free.