Local
March 25, 2019
Rodney Horgen and Judy Lemieux, at their hotel in Molde, Norway. The troubled ship they were on is in the background.

Norwegian cruise dream trip turns into nightmare for Minn. couple

All the tumult left at least 20 people injured, according to Viking Ocean Cruises, the company that owns and operates the ship.
Variety
March 25, 2019
A winter tradition at Camp du Nord in Ely, Minn., involves avantouinti -- the Finnish word for "ice hole swimming." After sitting in a 200-degree log

From saunas to snowshoeing, northern Minnesota's Camp du Nord hosts a peaceful winter escape

Camp du Nord is known for its summer family camps. But winter is increasingly a draw for adults, couples and women's groups.
Variety
March 23, 2019
The Seedhead Arts Street Art Walking Tour group approaches a wall to get a closer look in the Cathedral Quarter of Belfast November 11, 2018. “

The street art of Belfast tells a new story

Tour of street-art highlights new look — and a new hope — in the Northern Ireland capital.
Variety
March 23, 2019
Ann Schinas

Quick Trips: Madison, Wis., and Iowa film festivals; maple syrup fests in Minn. and Wis.

Variety
March 23, 2019
Traveling to discover heritage or ancestry is definitely not a new thing, but companies such as 23andMe and Ancestry.com, which provide DNA testing an

Ancestry travel is on the rise; Zika virus warnings eased

Variety
March 22, 2019
Marie Rivard, a banquet server at the downtown Minneapolis Hilton and a trainer for Airline Ambassadors, listened during a training Jan. 23 for flight

Delta, other airlines fight human trafficking in the air

Variety
March 22, 2019
Visitors gather on the observation deck at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park in southeastern Kentucky. (parks.ky.gov/TNS)

Beyond Yosemite: Five U.S. state parks worth a visit

Across the country, state parks can compete with national parks for beauty and recreation.
Variety
March 21, 2019
White Sands National Park My husband hiking in the dunes. I gave up and was headed back to the car. I turned around and without being able to see what

Minnesota man amid sand dunes in New Mexico

Variety
March 21, 2019
Romantic Wedding setting on the beach and blue sky. istock

Destination weddings: where we're getting hitched

One-fourth of weddings last year were away from home. Here's where couples are choosing to tie the knot.
Variety
March 18, 2019
Shoppers and diners pack the Denver Central Market on a winter weekend day. It's one of an increasing number of food halls opening in the Denver area,

Why Denver's growing food hall scene is becoming a destination for all things local

After exploring Denver's outdoors, head indoors to the increasingly popular food halls.
Variety
March 18, 2019
Schmidt’s Meat Market in Nicollet has won awards for its dill pickle brats and raspberry chipotle bacon.

Minnesota's Meat Trail: 5 small-town markets worth the drive

A road trip to the state's best family-run, tradition-loving meat markets.
Variety
March 16, 2019
A European Union (EU) flag flutters in front of the temple of the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015. Finance ministers of the 19-na

Will you need a visa for Europe? Nope

Variety
March 15, 2019

Quick Trips: Duluth female playwrights fest; Railroad Days, Fargo rodeo

Variety
March 15, 2019
A Boeing 737 MAX 8 operated by Southwest Airlines arrives for a landing at Hobby Airport, Wednesday, March 13, 2019, in Houston. President Donald Trum

All 737 Max 8 planes have been grounded; Orlando park celebrates Mardi Gras

Variety
March 15, 2019
Thanks so much for considering my photograph for the Travel section. To answer your questions: My name is Bill Cutler, and I live in Oak Park Heights

A stunning view of a moonrise in Utah

Variety
March 14, 2019
Tourists visit the Santa Croce Basilica in Lecce, in southern Italy's Puglia region, Friday April 20, 2007. Puglia has the brightest sea, the most div

Why tourism to Puglia, Italy, is on the rise

In the heel of the boot, Italy's latest "it" spot radiates authenticity.
Variety
March 14, 2019
The Governor's Palace in Merida, Mexico, Feb. 3, 2019. The capital of the Yucatán attracts creative types from around Mexico and across many bord

The outlanders of Mérida

The capital of Yucatán draws creative types from around Mexico and across many borders.
Variety
March 9, 2019
The Pink Jeep "Broken Arrow" tour begins its descent down the red rocks in Coconino National Forest.

A magical trip to Sedona re-energizes a Minnesota family

This Arizona city makes for a great outdoor playground.
Local
March 8, 2019
Between Feb. 28 and March 29, TSA expects to screen about 40,652 passengers daily — an increase of 13 percent.

Not all at once: Spring break creates traffic bulge at MSP

"What we're seeing this year, which is the same as the last couple of years, is that the spring break travel period gets longer and longer," said Cliff Van Leuven of the TSA. "It hit this week."
Variety
March 8, 2019
File-This photo taken Jan. 20, 2011, shows a Delta Airlines Boeing 757 taking off in Tampa, Fla. Delta Air Lines is making fundamental changes to its

Airlines want you to burn your miles

Carriers have lowered redemption rates for some domestic flights.

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