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In Minnesota’s dwindling mom-and-pop resort culture, Ten Mile Lake keeps it in the family

In Minnesota’s dwindling mom-and-pop resort culture, Ten Mile Lake keeps it in the family

  • Reid Forgrave, The Minnesota Star Tribune

DALTON, Minn. – The legend of Ten Mile Lake Resort spans five generations and 120 years, and it starts like this: Anthony Prohosky, who’d emigrated from Bohemia in the late 1800s at age 14, owned a hotel and bar in nearby Nashua. Way back in 1906, a man stayed at Prohosky’s hotel, drank in h…

Family travel 5: Historic piers

Family travel 5: Historic piers

  • Lynn O’Rourke Hayes, FamilyTravel.com

Whether you’re seeking sun, a sea breeze or a Ferris wheel, put a historic pier at the center of your family travel plan. Here are five to consider: Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, Calif. This Southern California landmark has been a festive and fun family destination for more than a century…

How to involve your children in travel planning

How to involve your children in travel planning

  • Jessica Puckett, TravelPulse

For family travelers in the know, a new league of travel influencers is emerging—and not on social media. Rather, parents are following their children’s lead when it comes to choosing destinations and planning trips. It’s part of the larger “kid-fluenced” travel trend that has been growing i…

Vacation like a president this summer at these historic hotels and resorts

Vacation like a president this summer at these historic hotels and resorts

  • Noreen Kompanik, TravelPulse

Long before modern security details and official presidential retreats, America’s presidents traveled the country by rail, steamship and carriage, often taking up residence in the nation’s grandest hotels and resorts. Not only did these historic resorts offer a respite for presidential getaw…

Dreamy US islands that offer a slice of paradise

Dreamy US islands that offer a slice of paradise

  • Noreen Kompanik, TravelPulse

Scattered across the U.S., there are islands that sport crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches and breathtaking natural beauty. From the tropical charm of the Florida Keys to the lush, verdant landscapes of the Hawaiian Islands, these island destinations embrace a more tranquil pace of life,…

Myanmar bets on ancient temples, Buddhist pilgrimage sites to boost tourism

Myanmar bets on ancient temples, Buddhist pilgrimage sites to boost tourism

  • Khine Lin Kyaw, Bloomberg News

Myanmar’s ancient temples, luxury hotels and Buddhist pilgrimage sites are stirring back to life as the country’s military-backed government bets tourism will become one of the first visible signs of an economic recovery after this year’s election. Authorities want to almost double foreign v…

What happens to your skin on a flight?

What happens to your skin on a flight?

  • Prudence Wade, PA, dpa

LONDON — It’s no secret that flying can wreak havoc on your skin. Traveling at 30,000 feet can be seriously drying – which is why there is a growing trend on social media for people showing off elaborate, multi-step skincare routines to keep their skin as moisturized as possible. But what ha…

Europe Distilled: From Bottled Moonshine to Sunshine

    Finishing dinner at Rome's Ristorante da Fortunato, my friend Stefano explains that his greatest joy is an after-dinner drink called grappa. I try my best to enjoy the local firewater and fail. Sipping the grappa, Stefano instructs me: "You must not be in a hurry when taking a grappa!" He savors it carefully, sniffing the aroma and lingering over every taste. He then tells me that his ultimate joy is to have a glass of grappa — and a Tuscan cigar — while cruising on his sailboat to Corsica.

    What happens to your skin on a flight?

    What happens to your skin on a flight?

      LONDON — It’s no secret that flying can wreak havoc on your skin. Traveling at 30,000 feet can be seriously drying – which is why there is a growing trend on social media for people showing off elaborate, multi-step skincare routines to keep their skin as moisturized as possible. But what happens to your skin during a flight? And what should your skincare routine actually look like? What ...

      The weekly geography quiz

        GEOQUIZ: What is the largest province or territory in Canada? ANSWER: Nunavut ©2026 Chicago Tribune. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

        Minneapolis airport's new Portal Lounge has a robot bartender. Here’s what it’s like

        Minneapolis airport's new Portal Lounge has a robot bartender. Here’s what it’s like

          MINNEAPOLIS — My first drink in the new Portal Lounge at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport was made by a robot bartender. My second drink was made by a human bartender — because the robot had broken down. Apparently, that’s not uncommon, according to the human — the only one of the two bartenders capable of conversation. Sure, the robot could swing its hydraulic arm toward the ...

          Iconic movie destinations for summer travel

          Iconic movie destinations for summer travel

            What is it about visiting iconic movie destinations? Tourism researchers even have a name for it: “film-induced tourism.” It seems people are drawn to places where favorite films were made perhaps because these flicks turn these places into emotional experiences. If a movie made us happy, sad, feel wonder, romance, fear, freedom or nostalgia, then it has done its job. Walking through a filming ...

            Attractions draw grown-up audiences with youthful pursuits

            Attractions draw grown-up audiences with youthful pursuits

              ORLANDO, Fla. -- The attractions industry and its fans are growing up, but the old “kid at heart” adage is creating tourism business opportunities seeped with nostalgia. Grown-ups are embracing events once geared toward younger audiences. Central Florida attractions are playing host to adults-only coloring sessions, 21-and-up poolside foam parties, after-bedtime theme park outings and more. ...

              Family travel 5: Outdoor warnings

              Family travel 5: Outdoor warnings

                Seeking outdoor adventure is a great goal. But, it’s important to keep our skills, gear and intel up to date. Here are five ideas to consider: Be bear aware Your goal during a hiking, fishing or camping experience is to avoid getting up close and personal with a bear. So while making plans, inquire about recent bear activity at your intended destination. Research shows that bear spray is ...

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                Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' star, dies at 78 after cancer-free reveal

                Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' star, dies at 78 after cancer-free reveal

                Sam Neill's Greatest Movie Roles, From 'Jurassic Park' to 'Peaky Blinders'

                Sam Neill's Greatest Movie Roles, From 'Jurassic Park' to 'Peaky Blinders'

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                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                Contributor content. Reports have documented blind curves and damaged infrastructure on Route 52, supporting the need for safety improvements.

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