". . . He made firm the skies above." ~ Proverbs 8:28

St. Patrick's Breastplate Prayer . . .

I arise today
Through God's strength to pilot me:
God's might to uphold me,
God's wisdom to guide me,
God's eye to look before me,
God's ear to hear me,
God's word to speak for me,
God's hand to guard me,
God's shield to protect me,
God's host to save me
From snares of demons,
From temptations of vices,
From everyone who shall wish me ill,
Afar an anear,
Alone and in multitude.

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Airlines are pushing back against new rules that give fliers more rights.

Jamaica's Tourism Spiel: Reggae and Jews
From the tourism minister on down, Jamaican officialdom has embraced a plan to market the nation's Jewish history as a way of wooing a new segment of travelers.

Is Europe a Travel Bargain Yet?
The Old World is expensive for U.S. travelers. The situation has improved recently, thanks to the Greek financial crisis. But it still has a way to go.

Taiwan's Greatest Ascent
Having wowed the locals, Yushan, the highest peak in northeast Asia, is now aiming for global recognition.

Forcing Airlines to Play Nice With Fliers
New government rules will give travelers more rights -- and maybe even more recourse -- when travel goes awry.

Continental to Offer Roomier Exit-Row Seats for a Fee
Continental, following in the footsteps of some of its rivals, said it will begin letting nonelite frequent fliers sit in roomier exit-row seats in coach for a fee.

Running the World's Biggest Cruise Ship
The Oasis of the Seas can carry 6,300 passengers and about 2,300 crew members, requiring 700 tons of supplies, 80,000 beers and careful planning.

Airlines Fight EU Rule on Delays
European airlines are battling recent changes to the EU's air-passenger protection rules that carriers say could cost them up to $6.8 billion annually, deepen their losses and force up ticket prices.

Global Hotel Rates Drop 14%
World-wide hotel rates fell 14% last year as the recession continued to dent the travel industry, according to Hotels.com.

South Korea Tackles Vacation Deficit
Seoul is twisting arms to get government employees to take at least some time off. But from the top of the initiative on down, leaders are sending mixed messages.

Visiting Cuernavaca
Cuernavaca, the "City of Eternal Spring," is a lively mix of artisan markets, street vendors and a fleet of museums telling Mexico's history throughout the ages.

How to Buy More Room in Coach
Cramped in coach but can't afford a business or first-class ticket? Many airlines now let you snare extra room by purchasing a second seat.

Monks, Munich and Strong Beer
Munich's annual starkbier festival, or strong beer season, is an homage to the traditions of 17th-century monks—and an insider's alternative to Oktoberfest.

City Walk: Hong Kong
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Shanghai's Nightlife Echoes Former Reputation
While Shanghai doesn't offer visitors a sight like the Forbidden City, a night out in the narrow back streets of the newly spiffed French Concession highlights some of the long-hidden charms of a decadent city.

Carnival to Raise Cruise Prices
Carnival Cruise Lines said it would increase prices for summer trips, a move that some analysts said might be a tactic to encourage advance bookings.

Airline Passenger Revenue Rises
Passenger revenue at U.S. airlines grew in January from a year ago, reversing 14 consecutive months of declines, according to the Air Transport Association trade group.

Sands Sets April Opening
Las Vegas Sands will open its Singapore-based Marina Bay Sands resort, which includes a casino, on April 27.

European Airline Unions Flex Muscles
Lufthansa pilots agreed to suspend their walkout, which disrupted world-wide travel on Monday. But European airline unions are resisting restructuring efforts.

FAA, L.A. Clash Over Airport
A new report doesn't recommend relocating one of the airport's runways, a change long sought by the FAA but opposed by local officials.

An Old City's New Approach
Its 600th birthday nearing, Ahmedabad revitalizes and markets its charms.

Hammam Rejuvenation
For centuries, everyone from humble workers to the sultan himself kept clean in the hammams of Istanbul. Today, the city's booming spa culture is revisiting old rituals.

Havana's Perfect Smoke
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What's Next: Design
The recession may be taking a heavy toll on the high-end travel business, but hotel-design guru Dianna Wong sees opportunity in Asia, where rising middle classes will fuel a new demand for affordable luxury.

When Security Takes Longer Than the Flight
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Airports Adopt 'Strip Search' Scanners
Whole-body scanners are rapidly being equipped with new privacy measures that make their deployment all but inevitable.

Palo Alto's Tourism Bid Falls Short
Palo Alto officials are trying to bolster the local economy by persuading more business travelers to stay for the weekend. But so far, few visitors have taken the bait.

Antigua's New Relaxation Machine
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Myanmar's Colonial Treasures Threatened
The colonial buildings of Yangon, once a grand city, are scattered about like tombstones in a neglected cemetery. Years of neglect have put them at risk.

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