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Toasts of the town | A spirited tour of the United States When you think about traveling somewhere in the United States, you go prepared knowing the sports team, the signature dishes, and the cultural and historical landmarks. by The Washington Post Published Jan. 13 2021 @ 6:33pm

Cross-country skiing can smooth winter's ups and downs In Bend, Ore., winter arrived early this year, bringing a three-foot base to the Cascades by late November — as well as antsy Nordic skiers who pounced on the snow when the first flakes fell. by The Washington Post Published Jan. 13 2021 @ 6:31pm

GEOQUIZ GEOQUIZ for Jan. 14, 2021 Published Jan. 13 2021 @ 6:29pm

FAMILY TRAVEL 5: Feed your hunger for adventure Adding a culinary twist, virtually or in person, to your cultural exploration, can provide the whole family with a fulfilling experience. Here is a sampling of mouth-watering ideas to consider: by FamilyTravel.com Published Jan. 13 2021 @ 6:27pm

Underrated U.S. cities to visit in 2021 Whether you want to discover something new or spread the love (overtourism is real, folks), check out our list of the most underrated U.S. destinations to visit in 2021. by Katherine Alex Beaven | Oyster.com Published Jan. 13 2021 @ 6:24pm

More refunds coming as cruise lines cancel trips Holland America, Carnival and Princess cruise lines announced Wednesday they are canceling more sailings through spring, meaning more passengers will be eligible for refunds or future credits. The move comes as cruise lines grapple with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's tough framework for reopening that was issued last year. Published Jan. 13 2021 @ 6:18pm

Lotusland's Japanese Garden an outdoor getaway The botanical gardens at Lotusland, near Santa Barbara, California, offer a meditative retreat outdoors during the coronavirus outbreak. by Associated Press Published Jan. 13 2021 @ 6:04pm

The Long Road Back | 11 travel resolutions for when we can go on adventures again We've finally reached the end of a year of canceled plans. With the coronavirus vaccine starting to roll out, travelers are getting excited about making plans again, so much so that travel companies and organizations are seeing an uptick in late 2021 bookings. by The Washington Post Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:50pm

Craziest cruise ship coming has roller coaster In cold, dark Finland, in the middle of the pandemic, shipyard workers at Meyer Turku were hard at work setting a roller coaster on top of a cruise ship-a world first. Others were installing a brewery that could produce craft beers with filtered sea water, intended for a staggering on-board audience of up to 6,500 passengers. Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:48pm

TSA reports highest number of screenings since pandemic's start More than 1.3 million people moved through U.S. airport security checkpoints Sunday - the most since the beginning of the pandemic, officials with the Transportation Security Administration, announced Monday. by The Washington Post Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:46pm

Churches Turned Museums Visitors admire the marble sculpture "The Piety," made in 1499 by Italian sculptor Michelangelo Buonarroti, on Dec. 14, 2020, inside St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:45pm

GEOQUIZ GEOQUIZ for Jan. 7, 2020 Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:44pm

Amusement parks in 2021: Coasters and crossed fingers What's ahead in theme-park world for 2021? We have hopes and dreams but not a ton of answers as the coronavirus pandemic continues to mess with the calendar. by Orlando Sentinel Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:42pm

Texas museum shifts to hybrid programs The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History has restructured its offerings to support local health officials continued caution regarding the high rates of COVID-19 infection in North Texas and is temporarily suspending its public hours. The Museum will move to hybrid programming through this winter with continued in-person learning opportunities and special events as well as digital experiences. by Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:40pm

New Grand Teton official took international path to Wyoming A Finnish mission trip early on in life didn't do much to tamp down Jeremy Barnum's hunger to branch out and experience the varied cultures, cities and wild places of Planet Earth. by Mike Koshmrl | Jackson Hole News and Guide Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:33pm

Nine things you never should pack in a checked bag While we're big fans of packing light and sticking to a carry-on bag, for longer vacations or trips with lots of souvenirs (hello, wine from France), checking a bag can be the best option. by Lara Grant | Oyster.com Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:22pm

The 'why' behind those airline safety videos It appears that we are flying again, with over 1.2 million passing through TSA checkpoints the Sunday after Christmas. Sure, it's far less than in previous years because many people don't think it's safe. Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 3:21pm