HomeAway had OK earnings and will market itself as a lifestyle brand

Vacation rental giant HomeAway’s second quarter 2014 results matched expectations. It reported adjusted earnings per share of 15 cents — as opposed ...



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Heads Up: Bright Passages Along the Northeast Corridor

A five-mile stretch of railroad track is home to seven enormous works of art by the Berlin-based visual artist Katharina Grosse.

















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36 Hours in Provincetown, Mass.

From seaside strolls to dance parties, street performances to gallery exhibits, you can find it all during a weekend on the tip of Cape Cod.

















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Marriott Rewards Visa Ups Sign-up Bonus to 70,000 Points

The sign-up bonus for the Marriott Rewards Visa has officially increased to 70,000 points after$2,000 spent within 3 months. In addition to the 70,000 points, cardholders get a free night at a Category 1-4 hotel upon account opening. The $85 annual fee, which is waived the first year, is off-set with a free night stay […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/07/marriott-rewards-visa-ups-sign-up-bonus-to-70000-points.html

Afghanistan: Searching for peace

I can't ignore that those things exist, but I can be open to exploring a culture that is entirely different from my own.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/afghanistan-searching-peace-chaotic-world/

In Transit Blog: In Argentina, Cycles and Cameras

The 25-year-old bike touring company Ciclismo Classico has created a series of photography tours in northwest Argentina.

















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The yoga lesson in Alleppey, India

“Do we get mats?” I asked. “This is real yoga. No mats.”



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The Cure for Writer’s Block: Start With the Last Thing You Learned

Wondering what to write about? Someone once told me, “Start with the last thing you learned—then share that.” They actually gave me this advice in reference to a talk I was terrified to give. I’d love to tell you I took that lesson to heart, thought of something great, and went on to give a…



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/the-cure-for-writers-block/

In Transit Blog: One Room for Many Guests

Each of the 36 rooms in NYAH (Not Your Average Hotel) in Key West, Fla., can be customized according to the number of guests, thanks to modular furniture that can be rearranged.

















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20 facts you didn't know about Tokyo

Have you ever heard of the “Curse of Roppongi Hills”?



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Google Maps to offer Explore functionality in direct competition for local discovery

The travel space has long been in search of a winner in the local discovery space, especially as the smartphone fuels more ...



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I Heart My City: Igor’s Venice

Venice native Igor Scomparin led tours all over Europe with Globus for a decade before returning home to be a "local host" for Monograms. Now, this tourism industry veteran's mission is to show the real, authentic Venice to travelers who come to visit his homeland. Here's a look at the City of Canals, through the ultimate local's eyes.



from Intelligent Travel http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2014/07/24/i-heart-my-city-igors-venice/

Germany's super auto museums

With factory tours and collections of stunning vintage prototypes, southern Germany is petrolhead paradise.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/07/24/travel/germany-motoring-museums/index.html

Airline route safety at top of travelers' minds

IATA's director general tells Richard Quest that governments are responsible for monitoring the safety of their airspace

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/business/2014/07/23/tony-tyler-airline-routes.cnn.html

Paris hotels experiment with 'honesty rates'

When your city has an unenviable reputation for insulting tourists and fleecing them for every cent, inviting hotel guests to pay what they want could be a risky move.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/07/24/travel/paris-hotels-pay-what-you-want/index.html