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Deadwood celebrates 20 years of gambling
Legalized gambling began in Deadwood on Nov. 1, 1989, when an actor portraying Wild Bill Hickok, accompanied by a woman portraying Calamity Jane, shot a revolver into the air.
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How to get the best deal when you rent a car
Travelers have been able to score decent deals on hotel rooms and airfares during the past year. But car rental prices have increased dramatically despite the weak economy.
Nov 06, 2009 | 4:20 pm | Loading…
Soviet traces remain after USSR’s fall
MOSCOW - Tourists at the souvenir stands on the edge of Red Square smirk and chuckle as they buy T-shirts emblazoned with Lenin's glowering visage and Soviet propaganda posters. But 20 years ago, the Soviet Union was no joke.
Oct 17, 2009 | 9:00 pm | Loading…
Survey: Fliers can be really annoying
The next time you're flying and find yourself sitting next to a loud, foul-mouthed neighbor, go ahead and tell them to put a cork in it. Your fellow passengers are likely to thank you.
Oct 17, 2009 | 8:45 pm | Loading…
Obscure airline fees can empty your wallet
ATLANTA - You can make waves after your next flight on Allegiant Air, but it's going to cost you extra to check your boogie board.
Oct 11, 2009 | 4:00 pm | Loading…
Wisconsin promotes its craft brewers
MILWAUKEE - Wisconsin lost its unofficial beer capital designation when large brewers moved away decades ago, but the state's reputation remains strong among beer-lovers as brewpubs and microbreweries have taken the reins - with nearly 70 around the state.
Sep 18, 2009 | 2:00 pm | Loading…
Procrastination may no longer be best way to get cheap flights
The kids are back in school, and travel is likely the last thing on your mind. But it's never too early to start scouting the best of those holiday airfare deals - which are now becoming more widespread and plentiful.
Sep 12, 2009 | 12:30 am | Loading…
Enjoy Barcelona by cable car, bike or on a stroll
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) - By metro, tram, bus, bike, car or on foot, taking in the streetscapes, panoramas and often-startling architecture of Barcelona can make for a full itinerary. But while you're here, you'll also want to check out what's inside - art, history, and of course, tapas and…
Sep 06, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
Senior bus trip to Wisconsin Dells planned
The Holmen Park and Recreation Department is sponsoring a senior bus trip to see the Grand Illusion Show at the Rick Wilcox Theatre in the Wisconsin Dells on Wednesday, Oct. 14, for anyone 55 or older. The bus leaves at 7 a.m. and returns at 4:30 p.m. The fee is $40. Pickups will be at On…
Sep 06, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
Women travelers: Don't forget dental floss
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) - What do dental floss, shower caps and dryer sheets have in common?
Sep 06, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
What's your favorite national park?
Longtime travel writer tell us about his favorite — and not-so-favorite — national parks
Aug 23, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
Tour offers chance to see LA on horseback
LOS ANGELES - For most tourists, visiting Los Angeles includes stopping in Hollywood and making a side trip to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. Getting around means dealing with traffic and freeways.
Aug 09, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
5 things to know if you get bumped
You're waiting at the airport when an airline agent announces that the flight is oversold and they're looking for volunteers to give up their seats. What should you do, and what are your rights if the airline involuntarily bumps you off the flight?
Aug 02, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Bumped from your flight? You’ve got rights
DALLAS - Airlines are operating fewer flights this summer, meaning that planes are packed even with the slump in travel.
Aug 02, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Former Allman Brothers Band home to open as museum
MACON, Ga. - The Big House is about to become a big museum.
Jul 26, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Milwaukee to host Circus Parade again
MILWAUKEE (AP) - The Great Circus Parade is returning to the streets of Milwaukee on July 12 after a six-year hiatus.
Jul 05, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Afghanistan training to host tourists
BAMIYAN, Afghanistan - There's a new building in town, and it isn't a military barracks or a hospital. It's a Tourist Information Center.
Jul 05, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Tips for sending kids on planes as unaccompanied minors
NEW YORK - The incidents involving two girls traveling as unaccompanied minors who ended up on the wrong planes may have parents worried about safe trips for kids traveling alone.
Jun 28, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Seven years after 9/11, statue’s crown to reopen
The crown of liberty has been closed for almost eight long years.
Jun 28, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Titanic exhibit at museum in St. Paul
ST. PAUL (AP) - A collection of items from the Titanic is on display through Jan. 3 at the Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul.
Jun 28, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
