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When The Airline Damages Your Luggage

Everyone hates luggage problems after a flight. Here are some tips on how to avoid headaches if your luggage shows up at the airport carousel damaged. More

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US Homeland Chief Defends $10 Travel Fee

European Parliament lawmakers demand that U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano ease restrictions for Europeans traveling to the United States. More

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AirTran Sees Opportunity For More Fees

AirTran Airways sees more opportunity to increase revenue from add-on fees it charges passengers. More
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Hyatt Hotels Rises From IPO Price In Debut On NYSE

Shares of Hyatt Hotels Corp. rose sharply Thursday in the iconic hotel chain's first day on the New York Stock Exchange, with investors appearing to dismiss concerns about infighting among its founder's heirs and tepid hotel reservations around the world. More

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Disney Says China Approved Shanghai Theme Park

China's planning agency has approved plans for a Disney theme park in Shanghai, the Walt Disney Co. said Wednesday, a major step toward setting a deal for the long awaited project. More

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20 Years After, Berlin Wall Gets Facelift

Artists gather to repaint their original creations on the Berlin Wall. More

Rocky Top, You'll Always Be ... A Real Place

All you South Carolina Gamecock and Alabama Crimson Tide and Florida Gator fans take note: Rocky Top actually exists. More
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United Airlines Retires Its Last 737

United Airlines retires its last Boeing 737, sending it off with a cross-country trip that was a retirement flight for one of its longtime pilots, too. More

Business Travel Pitched As Economic Engine

The travel industry is working to redefine itself as a key player in the American economy: a means by which companies can improve profits, a source of tax revenue and a provider of jobs. More

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Travel Locally To Save On Next Vacation

You don't have to spend a small fortune or travel long distances for a vacation. See what local travel opportunities surround you. More

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When you see news happen, share it instantly with the world on Click2Houston.com. Send video and photos directly from your cell phone to ishotnews@click2houston.com. More

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Slideshow: Viewers At Airshow

The Wings Over Houston Airshow was held at Ellington Field last weekend. More than 80,000 people attended. Check out the viewers who visited the KPRC Local 2 booth. More

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Slideshow 2: Viewers At Airshow

The Wings Over Houston Airshow was held at Ellington Field on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 2009. More than 80,000 people attended. Check out some of the viewers who visited the KPRC booth. More

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Slideshow: Viewers' Hot Shot Pictures 2009 Part 2

Viewers send their favorite pictures to KPRC Local 2 meteorologists to feature on air. Send your submission to hotshots@click2houston.com and watch Local 2 to see if it's picked. More

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Markets Of The World: Chili Peppers

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