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The top 5 airport hotels in the U.S.

Few people would choose to vacation at an airport hotel, but when it comes to convenience, these strategically placed properties are among the best options for anyone looking to catch a flight or make a quick business trip. But not all

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New hotels, bigger planes: the late...

From new hotel options to an airport expansion that will accommodate gigantic 21st-century aircraft, here is the latest travel news from Los Angeles.

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At more hotels, original artwork is...

More hotels than ever feature original artwork by well-known and emerging artists. Here are a few great places to stay

Independent airport lounges provide...

Looking for a less-expensive alternative to pricey airline VIP clubs? Check out these independently operated airport lounges.

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The Real Orange County: Fun, cheap ...

Thanks to TV shows like "The O.C.," "Laguna Beach," and "The Real Housewives of Orange County," many people have a distorted -- or should I say surgically enhanced? -- idea of the California county. Parts of it can be as depicted, but most of it

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Free hotel breakfasts: Comparing wh...

Not all free hotel breakfasts are created equal. Here's what to expect at several of the biggest hotel chains.

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5 ideas for the Royal Couple's Los ...

Will and Kate – because we like to keep it casual in California – are coming to the Golden State. While their July 8-10 itinerary is no doubt squeezed by royal engagements, we took it upon ourselves to offer up the top 5 things to do during a

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5 great "stay and play" business de...

There's no reason not to bring the family along to these five great destinations, where work and play are easily combined.

San Francisco hotels continue to up...

Whether you’re looking for San Francisco hotels for your next business trip or perhaps as inspiration for your next California vacation, the city by the bay never fails to impress.

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Shoulder season: 4 spring break des...

Spring and fall are two of my favorite seasons to travel. Not only are there fewer crowds and mild weather in many fantastic destinations, these shoulder seasons are two of the best times of the year to travel if you’re on a budget. While beach

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SoCal style: Summer vacations in Or...

As an Orange County resident, I can be assured of two things: 1. I will always have visitors and 2. Every day feels like a California vacation. With summer around the corner -- and constant temperatures around the high 70s to low 80s -- I'm

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Cool ocean adventures at California...

For a recent family vacation to Northern California's Monterey Bay, I had my heart set on the Monterey Bay Aquarium, a whale watching excursion and a jaunt to Carmel-By-The-Sea. We figured we'd beat the crowds, catch the whales, and not even

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California Vacations: Springtime at...

As the weather turns gorgeous, vacationers begin to flock to California for spring break vacations and great deals at all-inclusive beach resorts. California vacations aren’t complete without a trip to iconic Disneyland. This spring, visit the

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Video: Penguins on a Plane

By Michael Peck Who says the penguin is a flightless bird? Recently spotted at about 30,000 feet: a troop of […]

Tags: San Diego, San Francisco

California vacations: 4 jogging tou...

Last summer, I started running for the first time. I’m still in the training process, so I’m always looking for inventive ways to push myself. That’s why I was thrilled to see that the recent jogging tour trend has hit one of my favorite cities:

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Los Angeles hotels: Fandamonium in ...

For those of us stuck in a deep freeze, it's hard not to long for palm trees, neon lights and driving with the top down. Love it or hate it, Los Angeles has all that and more, plus the very high probability of running into a celebrity – or five

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Top 5 San Francisco luxury hotels

If someone asked me tomorrow to pick my go-to destination for California vacations -- sorry San Diego and Los Angeles -- but San Francisco would win hands down. What can I say? I'm a sucker for sourdough, Anchor Steam brew and one more local

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Traditional or trendy: What's your ...

With New Year’s Eve only days away, time has almost run out for travelers to finalize their celebration plans. Almost. For the first time ever, Orbitz is recommending the most unique traditional and modern hotel pairings for New Year’s Eve,

Big changes for travelers using Los...

If you fly to, through or from Los Angeles International (LAX) Airport, get ready for a raft of changes from several quarters.

Harvest season brings the crush to ...

A fall California vacation in Wine Country is a sensory feast. Lush vineyards stretch in every direction, beckoning to passerby with their vividly colored leaves and rich, ripened grapes. Aromatic wines delight the palette, and wineries come to

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