Articles by Karen Fredrickson
China Issues Guidelines for Chinese Tourists Abroad to Be 'Civilized'
Following an incident where a Chinese teenager defaced a 3,500 year-old Egyptian sculpture, China has issued guidelines on traveling.
In-Flight Wi-Fi on Overseas Flights: Air France and KLM Are Testing Onboard Internet for Passengers
Air France and KLM are testing their in-flight Wi-Fi. Air France and KLM are testing their in-flight Wi-Fi, according to USA Today. While it has become commonplace on flights within the U.
Starbucks Tip Jar: New York State High Court to Determine a Dispute Between Baristas and Managers
Baristas and managers at Starbucks were the subject of a case before the New York state Court of Appeals, the state's highest court.
TSA Agents Found a Record Number of Firearms In Airports Last Week
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) found 65 firearms at airports last week, a record The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) found 65 firearms at airports last week, a record, according to their blog.
Waze: A New Travel App That Helps You Avoid Traffic and Save Money on Gas
A new travel app called Waze was the recipient of the Webby Award for "Best Connected" last week.
Hilton Hotels to Open a Rebranded Location in Abu Dhabi This Summer
Hilton Worldwide hotels has announced a new Hilton Hotels & Resorts branded hotel to be opened in Abu Dhabi, in the UAE.
Fan Slaps Beyonce: Overzealous Man Inappropriately Touches the Singer During a Concert (VIDEO)
Beyoncé was performing a show in Copenhagen on Monday night when she was forced to stop her show to scold a fan that slapped her behind
Chinese Tourist Defaces 3,500-Year-Old Egyptian Sculpture in Luxor Temple
A 15-year-old Chinese tourist defaced a stone sculpture in an ancient Egyptian temple by spraying graffiti on it
Ancient Cave Art Unearthed: Archaeologists Find Paintings Dating Back Before Spanish Rule In Mexico
Thousands of ancient paintings on cave walls and in ravines have been discovered by archaeologists in Mexico.
Chris Brown Hit-And-Run?: Singer May Face Prison Time If He is Found to Have Violated His Parole (VIDEO)
Chris Brown may be in trouble with police again. Chris Brown may be in trouble with police again, according to TMZ. The singer was involved in a minor fender bender last week, and now he is being investigated by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and could trigger a probation violation that could send him back to prison.
Best European Drives: Go For a Road Trip Abroad This Summer!
Summer is a great time for a road trip, and Europe is a place that isn't thought of as a great road trip destination the way such familiar drives as Route 66 are so here are some suggestions for European road trips that are also great with wonderful sightseeing along the journey.
Bynes Rihanna Feud: The Actress Takes to Twitter to Verbally Bash Singer for No Apparent Reason
Troubled actress Amanda Bynes is continuing her path of strange behavior, unleashing an angry tirade against singer Rihanna on Twitter on Monday
Best Trips Along the Mediterranean from National Geographic
National Geographic has named some destinations that are the best trips to take along the Mediterranean Sea.
Brooklyn Bridge Shut Down for Almost Two Hours While Police Investigated a Suspicious Vehicle
The Brooklyn Bridge was shut down on Monday after police received a call saying that a car was stopped on the bridge with no one in it
Lord of the Rings Tours: New Zealand Offers Fans An Up Close Experience Visiting Middle Earth
After the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy was filmed in New Zealand, the small island country became a popular tourist destination for fans of the hugely popular films that wanted to see the real places that stood in for Middle Earth.
UFO Over Barn: Photographer Spots Flying Object She Says is Not of This World (VIDEO)
A photographer captured the image of a mysterious object floating in the sky above her barn in Santee, California.
Hertz Rent-a-Car Adds Arabic Language Function to Web Sites In the Middle East
Hertz Rent-a-Car has announced a new Arabic language function on its web sites in the Middle Eastern region.
Medical Tourism In Malaysia: A Growing Industry the Government Encorages and Officially Supports
Medical tourism is going through a booming growth phase. Medical tourism is going through a booming growth phase, according to Research and Markets. Medical tourism in Malaysia is ranked among the top five destinations for health tourism.
Ryanair Exploits Employees?: A Former Flight Attendant Accuses the Airline of Unethical Employment Practices
A former member of the cabin crew for Ryanair has blown the whistle on the working conditions at the budget airline company.
Gwyneth Paltrow Develops Travel App: Actress Releases City Guides Through Her Weekly Newsletter, GOOP
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow has launched a travel app that accompanies her weekly newsletter, GOOP. Actress Gwyneth Paltrow has launched a travel app that accompanies her weekly newsletter, GOOP, according to USA Today.
San Francisco Waterfront Renaissance: New Construction Is Being Developed Using Sustainable Technology
San Francisco Bay Harbor has recently been going through a reincarnation with a new emphasis on sustainability.
Marijuana Blood Sugar: A New Study Shows That Pot Smoking May Reduce Weight and Diabetes Risk
A new study has found that people who had used marijuana in the past month had smaller waists and lower levels of insulin resistance, which is a diabetes precursor, than those who had never tried the drug.
I-5 Bridge Collapses: Two Cars Plunged Into the Water 'Like a Hollywood Movie' After An Accident In Seattle (VIDEO)
Dan Sligh thought he was about to die when the Interstate 5 Bridge collapsed as he was driving across it with his wife.
Marriott Hotel Opens In Little Rock: New Location Near Presidential Library In the Former Peabody Hotel
Marriott Hotels has taken over a prominent hotel in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas. Marriott Hotels has taken over a prominent hotel in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas, according to BreakingTravelNews.
Airstream Trailers: New Web Site Allows Travelers to Rent Them for Their Road Trip
Earlier this month, Airstream2Go.com launched the first rentals of the distinctive airstream trailers.
Airbnb Ruled Illegal In New York City: Short Term Rental Web Site Encourages the City to Amend the Law
A judge has ruled on the case of Airbnb in Manhattan, deciding that the rental service violates an "illegal hotel" law.
Gas Prices Expected to Drop for the Summer Travel Season, According to Analysts
Gasoline prices are falling and are predicted to keep falling. When planning your summer vacation this year, you may not want to discount a road trip. Gasoline prices are falling and are predicted to keep falling, according to the Associated Press.
Americans Will Pay More for Legroom: Passengers Unsatisfied With Personal Space When They Fly
Americans are willing to pay more to have more space when they fly. Summer is approaching, and many Americans are making their vacation plans, which means buying airline tickets.
Tourism Increases Internationally: UNWTO Records Growth In 2012
International tourism grew by four percent in 2012, reaching $1075 billion. International tourism grew by four percent in 2012, reaching $1075 billion, according to Hotel News Resource.
Sisters Ejected From Mall For Wearing 'FU*K CANCER' Hats to Honor Their Mother Who Died From the Disease (VIDEO)
Three sisters were ejected from a mall in Philadelphia after refusing to remove hats containing a profanity protesting cancer.
