Africa
Egyptian officials dispute U.S. safety message about the pyramids Jun/07/2013
Egypt continues to dispute a recent safety message from the U.S. Embassy in Cairo that contends that aggressive vendors are frightening American tourists at the pyramids in Giza... LA Times

10 things to know before visiting Democratic Republic of Congo Jun/07/2013
If the Congo conjures images of dripping jungles inhabited by gorillas, warlords and the ebola virus, you're getting only a tiny part of the picture... CNN

Europe
What Not to Do in Paris Jun/10/2013
Everyone asks what there is to do in Paris, but no one seems to ask what not to do. Here's some solid advice for all visitors to Paris, whether it's your first or your 51st time in the City of Light... The Huffington Post

Finca Cortesín hotel, Malaga, Spain: review Jun/10/2013
Finca Cortesín, in Spain, is a luxury Malaga hotel offering sweeping views, spacious rooms and exceptional dining, within driving distance of Ronda, Jérez and Marbella... Telegraph (London)

36 Hours In...Faro Jun/10/2013
With its cobbled streets and quiet beaches, this cultured city is a cut above Portugal’s other coastal resorts... Telegraph (London)

Britain's 10 best fish and chip shops Jun/10/2013
Finding superlative examples of Britain's national dish isn't as easy as tracking down great cheese in Paris or sublime sushi in Japan... CNN

36 Hours in Verona, Italy Jun/10/2013
Culturally vibrant Verona, just a short trip from both Milan and Venice, remains one of Italy’s most underrated cities... New York Times

Global
Baffled by rental cars? So are frequent travelers Jun/11/2013
Controls and functions vary among rental car models and are often unlike renters' own cars. Reaching for the glove box can also be futile, because operating manuals are often missing... USA Today

Finding Solitude at Monet's Gardens Jun/11/2013
A new hotel has made it easier to avoid crowds at the artist's home and gardens in Giverny, a short trip from Paris... New York Times

Top Travel Apps Jun/10/2013
Whether you embark on a business trip, a weekend getaway or an exotic overseas vacation, phone apps exist to help make virtually every element of the experience far easier and more enjoyable... The Huffington Post

Airports where the architecture soars Jun/10/2013
Dramatic entries are a given with air travel, and airports should convey a sense of welcome and arrival to travelers landing in a new city, like the great train stations of yesteryear... CNN

8 hotel fees that may surprise you Jun/10/2013
We've come to expect fees for hotel WiFi and parking, but as lodging fees pile up, there are some that may come as a surprise to even the seasoned business traveler... CNN

American and US Airways name merged airline leadership Jun/10/2013
American Airlines and US Airways this morning announced the leadership that will run the combined company once the merger closes... USA Today

Watchdogs urge better reporting of cruise ship crime Jun/10/2013
Does what happens on a cruise ship stay on the cruise ship? That's the question some people -- including a U.S. senator -- are asking cruise lines... USA Today

Alaska Air faces backlash on switch to turboprops in Alaska Jun/10/2013
A decision by Alaska Airlines to serve Fairbanks with turboprop airplanes instead of jets for service to Anchorage has launched a barrage of complaints from residents of Alaska's second-largest city... USA Today

Royal Caribbean ship emerges from major makeover Jun/10/2013
Another Royal Caribbean ship has emerged from a major makeover... USA Today

PEOPLExpress adjusts start-up plan, buys existing airline Jun/07/2013
The team trying to resurrect the PEOPLExpress brand appears to be inching closer to making that happen. That's after the would-be start-up acquired XTRA Airways, a charter-focused company based in Boise... USA Today

British Airways may face compensation payout for delays Jun/07/2013
British Airways may be forced to pay compensation to passengers for flight delays at Heathrow after the first findings of an accident report were published... Telegraph (London)

North America
Tornado tourism thrives even during deadly season Jun/10/2013
"Tornado tourism" may sound strange or even distasteful in light of deadly twisters in the past few weeks, but it's a thriving travel niche, and business is booming... NBCNews.com

Regional barbecue: What to try where Jun/10/2013
America's love of slow-cooking meat until it's fork-tender started not long after the first settlers arrived... USA Today

In Cape Breton, a Rugged Golf Getaway Jun/10/2013
This island on the edge of Nova Scotia isn’t known as a golf haven, but for adventurous players, perhaps it should be... New York Times