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We Toured the New Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. Here's Our Review

Variously likened to a Tatooine Sandcrawler, a mausoleum, a Minecraft creation, and a giant thumb drive, the architecture of the long-awaited Obama Presidential Center has inspired no…

Obama Talks Airport Security with Jimmy Kimmel

During President Obama's visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live! this week, the talk briefly turned to airport security.After two terms of flying everywhere on Air Force One, the President…

New National Monument Under the Atlantic, Shark Attacks in Florida, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Good morning! Here are the latest happenings from the world's skies, oceans, and beaches.* OBAMA DESIGNATES UNDERWATER MONUMENT OFF THE COAST OF NEW ENGLAND (Washington Post). Last…

July Fourth Travel and More: Today's Travel Briefing

A July Fourth weekend that's expected to break records for the number of travelers kicks off today. According to estimates, 43 million of you will be hitting the road at some point…

Obamas Pick Architects for Presidential Library

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama have selected the architects who will design the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. Choosing from among 144 architects from…

White House Tours Are On Again....For Now. Why You'll Want to Book Sooner Rather Than Later

Though it hasn't been publicly announced, word has leaked out--as tends to happen in Washington, DC--that the White House is now holding tours again. The website has been updated…

The Best Museums of Bremerhaven, Germany

If you like seaports, you will love Bremerhaven's new Havenwelten, which means Harbor Worlds. In a small area, you'll find Klimahaus, the German Emigration Center, the German Maritime…

The Best Bars and Live Music Venues in Key West

When you think of music in Key West, it isn't just Jimmy Buffett and Margaritaville that should come to mind, though that's a good start. Buffett is said to maintain a home here and…

Fall Farm Stays for the Whole Family

Fall often means the beginning of a season cooped up inside with your, but autumn is a fantastic time to venture outdoors as landscape colors ignite. If foliage isn't enough to keep…

Highway 1: The Route to the Best of Maine

The heart and soul of Maine lies on its coastline and a trip along Route 1 -- especially between Bath and Bucksport -- is an idyllic way to experience the best the state has to offer.…