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The Google Translate app is handy on your phone, but you should still do some homework before use at a travel destination.

Travelers’ translation apps have their ups and downs

The Google Translate app is handy on your phone, but you should still do some homework before use at a travel destination.

August 17, 2024, 6:04am Life

Traveling to destinations where you don’t speak the local language can leave you lost in translation. Communicating in the local language helps advance cultural exchange and improves engagement with locals. Overcoming language barriers increases travelers’ ability to immerse themselves in the local culture. Read story

United Airlines and American Airlines jets on Sept. 9, 2021, at O&rsquo;Hare International Airport.

When do airlines give vouchers for delays?

United Airlines and American Airlines jets on Sept. 9, 2021, at O&rsquo;Hare International Airport.

August 17, 2024, 6:04am Life

If you travel by air enough, delays are inevitable. However, how airlines handle delays can vary depending on the circumstances of the delay, including the reason, city and even the passenger’s frequent flier status. Read story

Taylor Swift performs her first London concert June 21 at Wembley Stadium, during the Eras Tour.

Sports and music tourism are growing in value

Taylor Swift performs her first London concert June 21 at Wembley Stadium, during the Eras Tour.

August 17, 2024, 6:04am Life

If you’ve lost track of how many people in your orbit have recently posted pictures of themselves at a Formula One race or Taylor Swift concert, chances are you’re not alone. According to new research from Collinson International Ltd., which owns Priority Pass and LoungeKey airport lounges around the world,… Read story

The Lime Kiln Lighthouse is located on San Juan Island over looking the Haro Strait near Friday Harbor.

Friday Harbor a seaside charmer worth exploring

The Lime Kiln Lighthouse is located on San Juan Island over looking the Haro Strait near Friday Harbor.

August 17, 2024, 5:57am Life

Summer has reached Whatcom County, and we’re exploring local cities, islands and other destinations within a day’s travel from Bellingham. Now, we’re taking you to Friday Harbor, a beautiful seaside town that can be reached only through an island-lined ferry route. Read story

Rest, relax with family in wide-open spaces

August 17, 2024, 5:55am Life

Take time to unplug with your family. Here are five places that will make it easy. Read story

FILE - The world heritage site of Stonehenge is seen in Wiltshire, England on Dec. 17, 2013.

Stonehenge’s ‘altar stone’ originally came from Scotland and not Wales, new research shows

FILE - The world heritage site of Stonehenge is seen in Wiltshire, England on Dec. 17, 2013.

August 14, 2024, 9:10am Life

The ancient ritual meaning of Stonehenge is still a mystery, but researchers are one step closer to understanding how the famous stone circle was created. Read story

Pillow Lava fields along trail in Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve Idaho

The PNW’s weirdest landscape celebrates 100th birthday

Pillow Lava fields along trail in Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve Idaho

August 11, 2024, 6:02am Latest News

Craters of the Moon National Monument is a weird place. President Calvin Coolidge even said so in his May 2, 1924, proclamation, which described the otherworldly landscape: “this area contains many curious and unusual phenomena of great educational value and has a weird and scenic landscape peculiar to itself.” Read story

Visitors enjoy a hazy view of Half Dome from Glacier Point at Yosemite National Park Yosemite in California.

California ranked 2nd best state for hiking; Washington lands in 4th on rankings

Visitors enjoy a hazy view of Half Dome from Glacier Point at Yosemite National Park Yosemite in California.

August 10, 2024, 6:05am Life

California is one of the best states for hiking in the nation, according to a new study ranking the top U.S. spots for exploring the great outdoors. Read story

An incredible display of lupine over looking the Tatoosh Range in the Paradise meadows of Mount Rainier National Park.

4 Mount Rainier hikes recommended by a wildflower enthusiast

An incredible display of lupine over looking the Tatoosh Range in the Paradise meadows of Mount Rainier National Park.

August 10, 2024, 6:05am Life

Mount Rainier National Park has long been hailed for the abundant, colorful wildflower species surrounding the peak, and photographer Donovan Tracy has documented around 250 of them — all displayed on his new website, flowersofrainier.com. Read story

For those who suffer with chronic pain, the proposition of travel presents myriad extra concerns and challenges.

Tips for traveling with chronic pain

For those who suffer with chronic pain, the proposition of travel presents myriad extra concerns and challenges.

August 10, 2024, 6:04am Life

Traveling can be a painful experience even if you’re someone who generally enjoys good health. In those ultra-cramped economy seats aboard airplanes, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who’d call themselves comfortable. But, for those who suffer with chronic pain, the proposition of travel presents myriad extra concerns and challenges. Read story