TRAVELS NEAR AND FAR

It doesn’t take long to realize that there’s something special about Fredericksburg. For a small Texas Hill Country town, its attractions are numerous and noteworthy.
BY DEBORAH STONE | May 19, 2014 at 6:00 a.m.

Truth or Consequences: a tale of Geronimo, hot springs and Hollywood

Native American history, healing waters and show biz are ingredients for an intriguing story about a unique town along the banks of the Rio Grande in the high desert of southern New Mexico.

Come Face-to-Face with the Future at Spaceport America

The mere notion of personal and commercial spaceflight is enough to send anyone’s imagination into orbit. But, when you stand on the site of New Mexico’s publicly owned Spaceport America, the world’s first purpose-built commercial spaceport, the visions quickly become an exciting reality.

Do You Know about Blood Clots and Travel?

Blood clots can be a serious risk for anyone traveling more than four hours. Learn how to prevent dangerous blood clots.

Travel Tips: Cholera in Mexico

According to the Pan American Health OrganizationExternal Web Site Icon (PAHO), there have been 184 confirmed cholera cases, including one death, reported in Mexico since August 2013. Two of the cases occurred in the Federal District (Mexico City), 160 cases occurred in the state of Hidalgo, 9 cases occurred in …

Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics and Paralympics

Traveling to the 2014 Winter Olympic or Paralympic Games in Sochi, Russia? Plan ahead for safe and healthy travel.

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Find Exciting New Places to Celebrate Winter Around The World

Break out of the beach box this winter with winter travel destinations that embrace the season.

Budget Friendly Ski Trip Ideas

Planning your inexpensive next ski trip to a winter wonderland.

Beat winter blahs with warm weather getaways

Travelers growing tired of winter's chill can find a lot to do in warmer communities like Florida, Hawaii or Belize including indoor and outdoor activities.

Special considerations for traveling overseas with the grandkids

Traveling with kids often presents certain challenges, but with a few travel tips, your overseas trip with the grandkids can be stressfree.

International horror: 5 cautionary tales about traveling abroad

Enjoy international travel, but beware that you may have problems like these international travel horror stories demonstrate.

5 essential items to take with you on your Alaskan cruise

The unforgettable experience of cruising Alaska is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Each cruise offers exotic wildlife, great outdoor adventures and unforgettable scenery.

Renewing your vows abroad: A checklist of things to do

Here are some tips for destination wedding travel for vow renewal ceremonies abroad so couples can have a unique celebration with friends and famiily.

Steps to take when travel plans go wrong or you lose your passport

Need to complain after a holiday from hell? Know the right steps to take that could result in a few perks on your next trip or even a refund on the bad one.

Road trip and air travel tips to avoid deep vein thrombosis

Long hours in a stationary position can lead to a serious blood clotting problem called deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and even death. Learn safe travel trips to avoid DVT.