Articles by Karen Fredrickson
Memorial Day Travel Projected to Be Down From Last Year
Memorial Day travel may be lighter this year, according to AAA projections. Memorial Day travel may be lighter this year, according to AAA projections, reports CNN Money.
Viking River Cruises to Launch An Ocean Cruise Line in 2015
Viking River Cruises has announced plans to launch an ocean cruise. Viking River Cruises has announced plans to launch an ocean cruise, according to USA Today.
United Airlines Partners With SkyWest to Operate Regional Flights
United Airlines has partnered up with SkyWest Airlines to operate 40 Embraer jets from the regional carrier under the United Express name.
Tablet Use Rises Among Travelers: A Study Finds the Use of Electronic Devices on Airplanes is Rising
Airline passengers are using their tablets and other personal electronic devices more and more as their in-flight entertainment.
ESPN Layoffs: Disney Cuts More Employees As Another 150 Workers Lose Their Jobs
ESPN is the latest division of Disney to be cutting staff in a new round of lay-offs for the mouse corporation.
United Airlines Plans to Upgrade Their Facilities at Terminal C at Newark Liberty Airport
United Airlines is planning to upgrade their international hub at Newark Airport with an upgraded terminal facility and new uniforms.
Zeta-Jones Bipolar: Actress Finishes Treatment Program and is 'Raring to Go'
Catherine Zeta-Jones has completed her treatment for Bipolar II disorder and is ready to come home. Catherine Zeta-Jones has completed her treatment for Bipolar II disorder and is ready to come home, according to husband Michael Douglas, who spoke to People at the Cannes Film Festival, where he is promoting his upcoming film "Behind the Candelabra.
Supreme Court to Hear Case on Frequent Flier Complaints
The Supreme Court will hear the case of a frequent flier that has had his membership revoked by one airline company after making too many complaints.
New Jersey Sinkhole: Earth Swallows Up a Man and Forklift (VIDEO)
A forklift operator was swallowed by an eight-foot-deep sinkhole in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Monday afternoon, forklift and all.
Fiz is a New App Designed to Help Users Manage Their Leisure Time By Combining Information Into One Location
A new global social networking platform, Fiz helps users take advantage of their leisure time by combines the best of listings, discovery and location-based social networking services to help users save time.
Vitamin B Alzheimer's: A New Study Shows the Nutrients Intervention May Slow the Disease
A new study was published this week that shows that vitamin B may be useful for Alzheimer's patients, or those at risk.
Princess Cruises is Naming Their Newest Ship In a Ceremony Featuring Singer Natasha Bedingfield
Princess Cruises will be hosting a naming ceremony to launch their newest ship, the Royal Princess, where singer Natasha Bedingfield will perform at the ceremony on June 13.
Moon Explosion: NASA Records the Largest Lunar Event Ever Seen (VIDEO)
NASA has captured the largest explosion ever seen on the moon. NASA has captured the largest explosion ever seen on the moon, the agency announced yesterday.
Stewart Pattinson Split: Sources Report the Couple Is Over For the Second Time
Fan favorite couple Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson have reportedly broken up again. Fan favorite couple Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson have reportedly broken up again, according to a report in People magazine.
Moscow Hotel Offers Language Tutors: During Your Stay, Enjoy Cultural Traditions As You Learn Common Phrases
For travelers heading to Moscow that enjoy an immersion experience, the Renaissance Moscow Olympic Hotel has set up a program to assist you.
Titanic Violin Found: The Instrument Played By Wallace Hartley Will Be on Display in the U.S. (VIDEO)
The famous rosewood violin that belonged to the bandmaster on the RMS Titanic, Wallace Hartley, will be unveiled on Wednesday at the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
Passengers Without Rolling Bags Receive Favorable Treatment on American Airlines
The fewer bags you have, the earlier you will be able to board, according to a new policy from American Airlines that favors passengers that aren't carrying a rolling suitcase as a carry-on item
2 FBI Agents Killed: Hostage Rescue Team Specials Agents Die In Training Accident
Two FBI special agents on the Hostage Rescue Team were killed in a training accident in Virginia. Two FBI special agents on the Hostage Rescue Team were killed in a training accident in Virginia, according to National Public Radio.
Miley Cyrus Swatted: The Pop Star Becomes a Victim of the Prank for a Second Time As Police Respond to Report of Gunshots
Swatting celebrities is becoming a prank epidemic as Miley Cyrus becomes the latest victim - for the second time!
JetBlue and Emirates Expand Partnership: Passengers Can Now Earn Rewards From Both Airlines and Use a Single Combined Ticket During Travel
JetBlue Airways and Emirates have announced plans to expand their current partnership to include bilateral codesharing.
Commuter Train Accident: Metro-North Railroad Derails Injuring 70 People
Two commuter trains collided during rush hour on Friday evening in Connecticut, injuring 70 people. The commuter trains serve the metropolitan New York area.
New York City: Shopping & Dining Guide to Greenwich Village and Union Square
Greenwich Village and Union Square are two adjacent neighborhoods in Manhattan, and both have interesting political pasts and cultural presents, as well as many great shopping options.
Oregon Wine Country: Enjoy Pinot Noir as You Explore the Valley
California is the most famous wine producing area in the U.S., but it is far from the only area to produce good wines as Oregon is the third-largest producer of fine wine in the country.
Travel Safety Tips: Common Sense Ways to Prevent Dangerous Situations on the Road
With tourists being attacked recently in Brazil, India, Turkey and Mexico, including sexual assaults, safety when traveling is as important to keep in mind as ever, especially for women.
SeaWorld Orlando Penguins: Antarctica is a New Exhibit That Replicates An Antarctic Experience for Visitors With an Up-Close Look at the Animals
People love watching penguins swim and waddle through the arctic-chilled water, and now SeaWorld Orlando has made it possible for visitors to watch them in specially designed habitat.
Amtrak Bringing Advanced Technology to Trains Operating In the Northeast to Improve Efficiency and Reliability of Service
Amtrak is planning to bring a more reliable and energy efficient service to the northeast. Amtrak is planning to bring a more reliable and energy efficient service to the northeast, according to BreakingTravelNews.
Toilet Paper Shortage: Venezuela Has Ordered 50 Million Rolls to Assuage Problem
If you need to go to the bathroom in Venezuela, it's highly recommended that you bring your own toilet paper, that is, if you can find any as the country is currently suffering from a government-induced toilet paper shortage.
Chef Killed Over Meal: An Investigation is Being Conducted Over Murder In Germany
A Japanese chef was reportedly killed after serving a meal of noodles that diners claimed was prepared poorly
Traveling With Autistic Children: Wings for Autism Helps Parents Cope
Air travel is stressful even for frequent, experienced travelers, so when an autistic child is thrown into the mix, the difficulty level soars, but now a new program is trying to help families ease the experience of traveling with an autistic child.
London Helicopter Tours: See Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament at 1,250 Feet
A fun way to see a city is by air, and now there is a London helicopter tour that offers the opportunity to do just that.
