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Border protection wants travelers to be prepared

Labor Day weekend is a major travel day and U.S. Customs and Border Protection wants area residents and those visiting to stay safe going to an from other countries.

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AAA projects increase in Labor Day travel in Va

More Virginians are expected to travel this Labor Day weekend.

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Travel prices drop after Labor Day

If London has long been on your list of travel destinations, September may be the month to do it. Not only do travel prices drop after Labor Day, but following the Olympics, Europe will need people to fill hotel rooms.

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Olympic athletes could face illness upon returning home

The London Summer Olympics come to an end Sunday but the athletes may have a harder return home than they anticipate.

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Hotels offer deals in August

With kids going back to school at the end of August, many hotels have excess inventory and are willing to offer deep discounts, says Orbitz Senior Editor Jeanenne Tornatore.

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Fall will bring a drop in airfares

The end of summer's peak airline prices is at hand. By next month, the celebrated back-to- school season will bring a drop in airfares.

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New site puts the fun back in long-distance travel

Roadtrippers lets you choose funky places to stop along the way by checking off dozens of categories, from offbeat hotels to farmers markets and roadside art to film locations.

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How to prepare for medical emergencies while traveling

Becoming sick or injured while on vacation can become expensive for those who need medical attention, but there are ways travelers can prepare.

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What are the best ways to dodge annoying airline baggage fees?

While vacations are great, they can be expensive. The last thing you want is to face even more fees for your luggage. Here are some ways around those fees.

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AAA projects increased travel in Md. for July 4th

AAA says more Marylanders are expected to travel away from home next week for the July 4th holiday.

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