After a tough week for the defending national champions, No. 1 Alabama enjoyed its dress rehearsal before 100,000-plus fans.

The North Platte Telegraph Hotel occupation tax revenues reached an all-time high during the month of July, bringing in $54,918 from visitors staying at local motels and hotels.

Transform your bathroom into a luxurious spa

There's nothing like some me-time in a luxurious spa after a long day. And it takes just a little effort to transform your own bathroom into just such a place, an oasis in which to relax and rejuvenate. Some simple fixes and inexpensive accessories can do the trick, designers say.

Some Boracay hotels, resorts offering up to 50% discounts

Budget-conscious tourists can avail of lower accommodation rates on Boracay Island as the country’s resorts adjust to the backlash arising from the August 23 hostage-taking fiasco in Manila.

Back to the beach

MARK HIBBS ATLANTIC BEACH — The sign out front at the small but colorfully painted Caribbe Inn on Fort Macon Road reads, “Goodbye Earl, hello Labor Day,” a sentiment likely shared by many here.

Saved by the sun

It was a glorious Monday afternoon, with so few clouds in the sky that you could count them on one hand, when Jon and Kim Giovinco hopped in their car in Nazareth, Pa., and made the two-hour drive to Avon.

Changes Could Close Pools

LAKELAND | More pools in Polk County probably will be closed during the next year as a 2009 change to the Florida Administrative Code goes into effect.

Federer cruises, just not with Nadal

Rafael Nadal apparently is sick of seeing Roger Federer's image. According to a U.S. Open source, Nadal refused to get into one of the Mercedes transportation vans that carried a big promotional picture of Federer raising his arms in triumph. Nadal requested he get a van that did...

Travel news in brief

A round-up of the week's travel news, including the launch of Cunard's newest ship.

Travel news in brief

A round-up of the week's travel news, including the launch of Cunard's newest ship.

Tours & cruises: Hiking in Oregon's Rogue River Canyon

Also, Mayan adventure package, Borneo wildlife expedition, pyramids and Nile cruise. OREGON

Perkins: Fall is a great time to catch a deal

With summer almost over and school back in session, crowds will depart, making family tourist hot spots such as Disneyland and Disney World and beaches prime spots for your next vacation.

Travel calendar: Gold Rush Days head to Sacramento

Events and happenings in the world of travel from the Bay Area and other destinations in California.

Travel Q&A: Keep an eye on changing international flight baggage allowance

Air New Zealand has changed its baggage allowance for coach class passengers. Will other international airlines follow suit?

Building permits

Following are Allen County building permits for commercial and residential buildings and additions of $30,000 or more issued recently. The residential building cost is the builder's estimate and does not include land.

Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine: sister states

Mention New England to someone living outside the area, and the very name will evoke images of quaint villages, farms and, usually, snow. Like siblings, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine share similarities but each is uniquely different. ... - By Linda Freeman Correspondent

Travel ban isn't stopping Chicago trip

Despite strict restrictions on the travel of city workers due to budget cuts, O'Fallon will send at least eight people to the Illinois Municipal League conference later this month in Chicago.

Collecting vacation days: Why some people just won't go away

He didn't go anywhere or do anything special, but for Rob Gagliano, a weeklong vacation from work this summer was just what the doctor ordered - literally.

Air-India Express suspends scheduled flights from Muscat

Vacation bible school

It was a Praise Party’ at the Vacation Bible School held recently at Frankford Plains United Methodist in Augusta. Students were asked to write letters to distribute to American troops. The school was attended by 100 children, all of whom were entertained by musical director Linda Tartar and many volunteers.

The best vacation ever

How should you spend your time off? Believe it or not, science has some answers. Time - Educational Resources - Time Tracking - Accounting - United States

Air fares taking flight as recession's bargains end

Air fares have marched steadily upward in recent months and are now close to pre-recession levels -- and that's not even counting all the fees that airlines have introduced lately.

Florida fests offer vacation fun close by

Summer is over but there's nothing to keep you home this month. Check out some of the events around the state and plan a mini-vacation.

Stories from Serial Entrepreneurs: SMU grad bubbles over with ideas wild and wacky enough to work

Johnny de la Valdene is an entrepreneur in the truest sense: He has never worked for anyone else.

Air fares, passenger fees soaring

Special air fare deals at the 21st Philippine Travel Mart

Philippine Airlines is the official carrier of the 21st Philippine Travel Mart (PTM), the country’s premiere travel and tourism trade show, which takes place from September 3 to 5at the Megatrade Hall of the SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila.

Air travel: Are "adults-only" sections next?

Air travel: Are adults-only sections coming next? If so, prepare to pay yet another fee.

Air travel: Are "adults-only" sections next?

Air travel: Are adults-only sections coming next? If so, prepare to pay yet another fee.

Candus Thomson: A wet Mass. vacation finished off by hurricane

Vacation began in a washing machine and stayed there for three days.

Candus Thomson: A wet Mass. vacation finished off by hurricane

Vacation began in a washing machine and stayed there for three days.

Man, son hospitalized after falling into swimming pool

Haranadh Gurajada’s wife and two young sons had just arrived from their native India Thursday, and yesterday morning ventured to the pool outside of their new apartment, according to police. Swimming - Swimming pool - Home and Garden - Swimming Pools and Spas - Shopping

Michigan cruises by UConn in opener

Denard Robinson accounted for 383 yards and two touchdowns in his first game as Michigan's starting quarterback, leading the Wolverines to a 30-10 win over Connecticut on Saturday at the bigger than ever Big House. University of Connecticut - Michigan - Quarterback - College football - United States

Penn St cruises again, extends record win streak

The Penn State women's volleyball team extended its record winning streak to 108 with a three-set victory over Virginia Commonwealth on Saturday ...

OSU cruises to 65-17 win over Washington State

Kendall Hunter rushes for 257 yards and four TDs.

Quality Road cruises to victory in Woodward

Quality Road cruises to 4 3/4-length victory in $750,000 Woodward Stakes at Saratoga

Locals don't let Hurricane Earl stop them from their vacation

COSHOCTON -- Hurricane or no hurricane, some locals still are heading south for vacation.

Air India Express to cancel nearly 200 flights over 50 days

Air India Express, the low cost subsidiary of Air India will cancel nearly 200 flights over 50 days from three airports in Kerala to various destinations in West Asia from next week. The flight cancelleations will come into effect on September 8 till October 8.

Vietnam’s four hotels and resorts listed as most ideal destinations

Four of hotels and resorts in Vietnam have been chosen as the most ideal destinations in 2010 in the sixth annual poll of the online travel magazine Smart Travel Asia.

Vietnam’s four hotels and resorts listed as most ideal destinations

Four of hotels and resorts in Vietnam have been chosen as the most ideal destinations in 2010 in the sixth annual poll of the online travel magazine Smart Travel Asia.

China travel without a tour

China travel: Tips on independent travel and where to study Mandarin.

Schedule a vacation stay at The Inn, enjoy well-prepared meals from the Flying Dutchman, and more

The Inn at Otter Crest is a delightful vacation destination that is nearby the Flying Dutchman, a restaurant that offers more than 100 well-prepared choices. Also, be sure to visit Dudley's Bookshop Cafe.

Revived Indiana resorts mirror their gilded pasts

BETSA MARSH/Special Contributor The 200-foot dome is prominent from a back view of West Baden Springs Hotel.Bitter rivals for so long, French Lick and West Baden Springs in the Hoosier countryside now thrive as sister resorts, yoked in a mammoth historic-preservation project. It took $500 million to restore French Lick to grandeur and bring West Baden back from ruin.

Revived Indiana resorts mirror their gilded pasts

BETSA MARSH/Special Contributor The 200-foot dome is prominent from a back view of West Baden Springs Hotel.Bitter rivals for so long, French Lick and West Baden Springs in the Hoosier countryside now thrive as sister resorts, yoked in a mammoth historic-preservation project. It took $500 million to restore French Lick to grandeur and bring West Baden back from ruin.

Air show cancelled because of weather

The Toronto Air Show was cancelled Saturday due to the weather, a spokesman for the organization said.

Vacation songs! (no Barry Manilow in this one Turd)

So tonight at midnight I'll be heading out to the West coast of washington for a couple days of adventure camping, followed by a couple days of more cosmopolitin activities in seattle. So in honor of my first paid vacation in two years I'm listening to vacation music today. I'll add songs in the comment thread as I think of them. I think I'll Kick things off with Camper Van Beethoven! I'm not ...

Fall a great time for retired to travel

If you can travel when you want, fall is great. The weather is good in most tourist areas, summer crowds are gone and the snowbirds haven't started their migrations yet.

Travel Matters: Mohonk and Buenos Aires deals, plus more

Hotels full as crowd seen to reach 3M at Peñafrancia

Hotels in this city are now fully booked as millions of devotees from all over the world are expected to join in the 300th celebration of the devotion to the Our Lady of Peñafrancia, a local tourism officer said Saturday.

Travel remains a topic of concern

Travel for members of the Laurel City Council may be deleted from the City of Laurel’s budget for the upcoming year.