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Artist Frida Kahlo's drawings, paintings, postcards, letters and books about her husband Diego Rivera will soon be on display in Mexico City at the museum dedicated to her life and work.
They also say they have found evidence what the site was used for from that 25,000 years ago.
The tourists are from Germany, Italy and Romania.
Chili roasters are fired up as Pueblo's annual festival kicks off.
United Airlines says it expects to bring in an additional $700 million in revenue from charging for items like a second checked bag, and from a program which allows frequent fliers to earn miles faster by paying a fee.
Depending on your destination, shipping your bag may cost a lot more than simply taking it with you.
New and unique ways to enjoy the seasonal display. In Durango, take the narrow gauge railroad to a zip line tour of the treetops.
Denver International Airport hasn't decided whether to go ahead with a $280 million expansion because of uncertainty in the airline industry.
The fee goes into effect Nov. 1. Frontier has been charging travelers $25 for a second checked bag since June.
First they battled hurricanes. Now, they're battling the perception that all islands were leveled.
Undersea traffic suspended and firefighters examining site, officials say.
"You have families traveling. Some people probably don't want to see that type of material, so I think it's a good idea to regulate it."
Mirage hotel-casino plans $25 million facelift on Strip's icon.
Demand at local homeless aid centers, is on the rise. Center leaders believe the current economic climate is a big part of the issue.
The days of cheap air fares appear to be over. Just as gas and food prices have gone up, air fares are soaring higher than the clouds.
Altered itineraries will minimize distance, speed between ports.
$1 million a year not enough to preserve archaeological sites in the West.
The move is effective immediately, the airline said. Continental said the fee wouldn't apply to elite members of its frequent-flier program, those in first- or business-class seats, customers traveling on full-fare economy tickets, or military personnel and their families traveling on official orders.
Take in museums, other London attractions without feeling like a pauper.
Frontier Airlines has outsourced maintenance work on one of its planes to a company in El Salvador as the Denver-based company works to emerge from bankruptcy protection.
Spas offer budget-friendly deals and discounts in a slumping economy.
The Buckingham Fountain has been a fixture in Chicago since 1927. In its 81-year history, the fountain has never had its plumbing replaced.
More than 34 million Americans are expected to travel this Labor Day weekend.
Aviation officials say most flights around country are back to normal.
Southwest is locked in a tight battle with Frontier Airlines and United Airlines for business at Denver International Airport.
Northcom is not on heightened alert. Colorado Springs, Pueblo and Denver International Airports have reported no delays.
Writer of the travel guide and ode to odd adventures fell and hit his head in his own home.
Only three other countries have a Manta Ray in an aquarium: Japan, Spain and the Bahamas.
Passengers expected to 'meet their maker' as a Boeing 737 depressurizes over France. Oxygen masks deployed and more than two dozen people were hospitalized.
It pays for vacationers to look into condos, timeshares and vacation rentals.
If you are looking for an easy and quick way to secure a passport, the Colorado Springs post office can help.
Frontier Airlines is the latest airline to announce it will start charging fees when certain customers redeem frequent-flier miles.
American Airlines is expanding its internet offerings to the rest of its fleet of boeing 767-200 aircraft.
25-foot-tall, 2,000-square-foot LED screen draws steady stream of visitors.
The next time you head to Mesa Verde National Park, you'll have more to explore.
Colorado Springs Airport will have almost 16 percent fewer seats on arriving and departing flights this November compared with a year earlier, as airlines trim flight schedules.
AirTran Airways, Delta and Northwest will now waive all or most of their baggage fees for active members of the U.S. military on official travel. Earlier this week, American, Southwest and Horizon Air began waiving their fees to check a third bag for active duty members.
Latest incident had ‘no flight safety implications,’ spokeswoman says.
TSA changes the rules for airport checkpoints.
The planes are worth $1.9 million at list prices, although airlines typically negotiate substantial discounts on large orders.
Take precautions before your trip to ensure good health.
Effective immediately, American Airlines is eliminating almost all excess baggage fees for soldiers.
The summer travel season was supposed to be in full swing in June, but Americas cut back drastically on driving.
Recent rash of soft shoe escalator accidents prompt safety campaign.
Whether there are enough lifestyle-focused travelers to support projects is an open question.
Alaska Airlines canceled dozens of flights because of a volcanic eruption in the Aleutian Islands.
And all you need is your cell phone, to make the world a smaller place.
Terminal aims to address security, planning concerns, maximize efficiency.
Need help booking that family vacation? Here’s a list you’ll all enjoy.
If you're planning a Disney vacation, pack a few extra dollars. One-day ticket prices are going up.
Nearly half oppose, but nearly half of younger generation support it.
Special bags will be sold so travelers don't have to take their laptops out of carry-on bags at airport security.
Carriers' customers filed fewer baggage complaints vs. one year ago, too.
American Airlines made an emergency landing in Los Angeles after smoke was reported in the cabin.
Bucking the trend to offer less during these difficult times for airlines, Delta will offer wireless connectivity--allowing you to use your laptop, smartphone or PDA while in flight.
Do you have a child heading off to college? How about this for a Back-to-School sale--airline tickets.
Recent ‘gas rage’ stories underscore importance of keeping your cool.
Low-cost carrier announces $7 charge for pillows and blankets.
Colorado Springs residents love their dogs. So don't leave Fido behind when you take a beach vacation--plan ahead by choosing a beach that will welcome your pooch.
With a fire burning on its outskirts and gas prices keeping some potential vacationers at home, Yosemite National Park has launched an advertising campaign to lure visitors.
High waves, strong winds cause 'internal damage' to vessel off New Zealand.
Delta Air Lines is going to double its charge for checking a second bag on a domestic flight from $25 to $50. It's part of a set of fee increases to help offset the high cost of fuel.
Airline travelers may want to think twice about swiping their credit cards at airport self-service check-in kiosks following the possible theft of credit card account numbers from the kiosks at Canada's largest airport in Toronto.
The Final Frontier is one step closer to mainstream mankind.
Americans are staying home, but foreign tourists are flocking here for a great currency exchange rate.
Fire officials say 12 homes have been destroyed and nearly 200 others have been evacuated, mostly in the town of Midpines. According to authorities, about 2,000 homes face at least some danger from the fast-spreading flames.
John and Edith London fled the Nazis during World War II and pledged never to return to Europe and never to bring children into a world that had been so cruel.
The El Pueblo History Museum has a special exhibit through the weekend. Admission is free -- and includes free hot dogs, ice cream and lemonade, crafts for families, and savings in the museum bookstore and gift shop.
Denver based Frontier Airlines, which filed for bankruptcy earlier this year, will receive $75 million in financing from Perseus LLC. The deal will allow the airline to emerge from bankruptcy.
All 369 people are on the ground safely following a terrifying flight aboard a Qantas airliner. The 747 was heading to Australia from London when an explosion punched a big hole in its side. The plane was diverted to the Philippines for an emergency landing.
A 25 year old rule banning concealed weapons in national parks is under review, and may be lifted before the end of the year.
The cake like texture and creamy, sweet icing of Italian lady finger cookies are enough to draw thousands of fans each summer to the Saint Joseph Festival in the Pueblo Mesa. The cookies are as much of a tradition at Saint Joseph’s as the festival that they are served at.
Many airlines are charging you to check your bags, and you're charged even more if those bags weigh above 50 pounds.
Some facilities cut prices up to 20 percent as late rush fails to materialize.
A United Airlines flight between Denver and London will be among the casualties as the carrier trims overseas routes by 7 percent in the fourth quarter.
At a time when it seems like airlines are cutting back on almost everything else, pilots for US Airways now say they're being pressured to load less fuel on their aircraft.
Pablo Picasso is often regarded as one of the great artists of the 20th century and this weekend his work will be on display at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. The art center gave our cameras a behind the scenes look Wednesday morning as they were preparing the galleries for display.
This coming Monday, July 21, all Colorado residents get in free. It usually costs $6 - $10.50 per person to get in, so the savings are substantial.
The rule is designed to prevent air disasters like the explosion that brought down TWA Flight 800.
Katrina seen as likely 'tipping point' after it ripped through refuge.
Gay tourism is a $64.5 billion market in the United States. An effort by South Carolina to capture more of that market has caused a lot of heartburn.
Museum's 3-building, 20-acre site celebrates the history of the Hog.
The nation's major airports will be getting "go-don't go" lights that tell pilots when a runway is safe to enter.
After a report saying pollution is turning the Taj Mahal yellow, authorities have taken a number of steps to cut emissions in the area.
The entertainment systems weigh about 500 pounds each. US Airways says the extra fuel to lug them around costs about $10 million a year.
Mexico's Environmental Department is closing down at least five small, upscale hotels that are too close to Myan ruins at Tulum.
ExpressJet currently flies non-stop service from Colorado Springs to San Diego, Ontario, and Sacramento. ExpressJet will continue the flying that it does for Continental Airlines in Colorado Springs as a part of its regional service contract.
The plane was cleaned of ticks, checked and put back into service after a several-hour layover in Denver.
Spirit of Glacier Bay stuck for 9 hours; no injuries reported.
UNESCO has added 27 news places around the globe to its list of World Heritage Sites.
Southwest Airlines Co. says it plans to offer international service — a first for the low-fare carrier — through a deal with Canada's WestJet.
A first-class airline passenger was so angry at seeing economy passengers leave a jetliner before him that he yanked open an emergency hatch and slid down the chute. Surprise! He appeared to be intoxicated.
A Boeing 757 airplane landed at an airport in Central Florida Sunday sporting a dented nose cone.
Video included in story.
The policy, requiring paid tour guides be certified by the city or be fined, goes into effect in October.
American Airlines expects to shed about eight percent of its total workforce of more than 85,000 workers. That means the number of job cuts would be more than 6,800.
The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs made the list of most patriotic travel destination, as determined by TripAdvisor, the world’s largest onlinetravel community.
UNESCO may add ruins to list of endangered World Heritage sites.
In an effort to attract new tourists, India is building a village especially for elephants.
Surfing the Web at 500 miles per hour and 35,000 feet -- now that's high-speed internet.
The nation's busiest airport is facing off with gun rights advocates over whether a new Georgia state law allows visitors to carry firearms at the international airport in Atlanta.
