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Actor Josh Duhamel is filmed by a crew Aug. 13 in Theodore Roosevelt National Park at the Little Missouri Grasslands near Medora, N.D., for a series of TV commercials and ads promoting tourism in the state.

Actor Duhamel urges folks to visit North Dakota

January 31, 2016, 6:08am Entertainment

When actor Josh Duhamel and his wife, Fergie, lead singer of the Black Eyed Peas, need a break from life in Los Angeles, they head to a place not known for attracting a lot of celebrity jet-setters: North Dakota. Read story

A skier makes their way down a hill at the resort near Flagstaff, Ariz. It's one of a few downhill ski areas in Arizona, which is better known for deserts, golf and the Grand Canyon than for snowy winter activities.

It’s a good time to ski Arizona

January 31, 2016, 5:45am Life

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. -- Arizona is known for being hot in the summer, mild in the winter, for cactus and the desert, and outdoor activities like hiking and golf. Read story

New Hilton chain eyes young hotel guests

January 26, 2016, 5:59am Business

Hilton is launching a new hotel brand, focusing on budget travelers looking to spend $75 to $90 a night. Read story

The Krewe of Rex parade rolls through downtown New Orleans last year on Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Mardi Gras this year falls on Feb. 9.

Revelers, don’t be late for this year’s early Mardi Gras

January 24, 2016, 5:40am Life

NEW ORLEANS -- Seems like we've barely recovered from Christmas and New Year's, but it's already Carnival time, with Mardi Gras falling early this year, on Feb. 9. Read story

A group of people explore waters off the Seychelles islands in a submersible sightseeing capsule in December, an excursion offered to passengers aboard the Crystal Cruises yacht Crystal Esprit. The glass pod carries two people plus a captain, and the 30-minute ride is $599 a person.

Set sail with these new cruise line trends

January 24, 2016, 5:35am Life

Underwater sightseeing in a glass submarine, shopping with a chef for dinner ingredients and volunteering with locals: These are some of the new options this season for cruise passengers. Read story

The Love for the Lotus Pavilion and Pond of Reflected Greenery at the Chinese Garden at the Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, Calif. It is one of the largest traditional Chinese gardens outside China.

Find serenity at California Chinese garden

January 24, 2016, 5:31am Life

SAN MARINO, Calif. -- On a typical day at the Chinese Garden at the Huntington Library in San Marino, the smell of flowers -- jasmine, camellias -- floats across the garden's man-made lake in the center, flanked by limestone rocks, airy pavilions and hand-carved bridges. Read story

This undated photo provided by Miraval Resort & Spa shows guests on a guided hike organized by the spa, which is located north of Tucson, Ariz. Miraval and many other spas are hosting corporate groups, meetings and organizations for team-building, wellness and other activities and services.

Businesses moving meetings to the spa

January 24, 2016, 5:05am Business

Visiting a spa might sound like an indulgence incompatible with a business meeting. But spas get plenty of bookings these days from corporate clients and organizations, whether for team-building, wellness education or even "manicure meetings." Read story

TSA: You cannot pack your Klingon bat’leth in your carry-on

January 22, 2016, 11:14am Life

Are you a Klingon traveling across the country to settle an honor dispute? The TSA would really like you to keep your traditional weapon out of your carry-on bag. Read story

Europe in winter is a great deal for many reasons

January 17, 2016, 6:02am Life

Why go to Europe in winter? Read story