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Reports on IslandQuest, a vacation tour operator, that offers action similar to reality television shows such as 'Survivor,' where participants compete for prizes.

Focuses on tourism marketing of motion picture locales such as Newfoundland, the scene of 'The Shipping News.'

Recommends that airline passengers should not pack camera film in checked luggage where it may be damaged by high-intensity X-ray scanning systems.

Reports on the use of plastic silverware instead of stainless-steel on the British Airways Concorde, in compliance with United States Federal Aviation Administration rules regarding security.

Describes the role of bus transportation amid fears of airplane hijackings in the United States.

Describes the locations where the motion picture 'Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring' was filmed in New Zealand. INSET: New Zealand's real sights rival any film.

Discusses the efforts of an Indonesia-based tour company, Bali Discovery Tours, to combat worries over American safety in Bali.

Focuses on the Grapevine Canyon Ranch, located in Pearce, Arizona, which offers a peaceful vacation spot.

Examines how the travel industry in the United States is offering incentives to lure the public away from home for the holidays, including bargain air fares.

Focuses on how cruise ships are making clergy more available to counsel stressed passengers following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States.

Reports on the vital role passengers have begun to play aboard commercial flights in preventing hijackings.

Discusses how air travel has changed since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States, including confusion about changing Federal Aviation Administration requirements for heightened security.

Relates how travelers in the United States chose to ride Greyhound buses in the days following terrorist attacks on New York City and Washington, D.C.

Reports that United States government officials were warned of evidence of possible terrorist attacks against the U.S. about a month prior to the attacks on September 11, 2001, and how federal officials at airports nationwide were ordered to issue warnings to air carriers.

Discusses the Web site eBay Motors, which is auctioning off items related to Route 66 in the United States, including Lucille's gas station near Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Reports on the Hard Day's Night Hotel in Liverpool, England and how its rooms will have a theme related to the rock group the Beatles.

Reports on increased enforcement of United States laws prohibiting travel to Cuba.

Focuses on the state of North Dakota, its image in the United States and its attempts to increase tourism.

Reports on a team-building tour offered by a Dutch travel agency in which participants are forced to live for four days as a homeless person in Paris, France.

Reports that the former residence of the late fashion designer Gianni Versace in Miami, Florida will be made into a luxury hotel.

Reports on the opening of the Comfort Inn Midtown, the first smoke-free hotel in New York City.

Describes the scenic beauty and Mormon culture of Salt Lake City, Utah and offers travel information, in light of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games being held there.

Mentions the opening of Madame's House, a bed-and-breakfast catering to the fetish trade in Toronto, Ontario, and the traveling exhibit, 'Torture Through the Ages: A History of Intolerance,' at theTropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Focuses on tours which take place in Los Angeles, California, which include riding in a Cadillac while viewing the architecture of the city.

Discusses criticism about the name change of the Righa Royal Hotel in New York City to the JW Marriott, which it later changed back.

Focuses on the dog Teagan, a Wheaten terrier, who will accompany guests of the Fairmont Waterfront hotel in Vancouver, British Columbia for walks and in-room visits.

Presents the experience of the author on United Airline Flight 821 from New York City to Hong Kong, China, which is the world's longest daily non-stop flight.

Reports on a guided tour which stops at so-called drop sites which were allegedly used by accused United States spy Robert Hanssen.

Discusses the role that the motion picture 'The Mexican,' starring Julia Roberts and Brad Pitt had on bringing telephone service to the town of Real de Catorce, Mexico.

Discusses the changes being made in the manner by which a bed is made at several upscale hotel chains.

Reports that North Korea, seen as a traditionally isolated nation, is starting to welcome tourists as of March 2001.

Discusses plans by Marriott International and Bulgari, and Italian purveyor of jewelry, to launch a resort brand, as of February 2001.

Discusses plans by the cruise line Princess, to offer a 26-day cruise around the Pacific Ocean, set to launch in February 2001.

Reports on the use of private hotel room phone numbers, so outside callers can bypass the switchboard operator when phoning or faxing.

Reports on the efforts amusement parks in southern California to compete with those in central Florida, including Six Flags Magic Mountain in Velencia and Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park.

Focuses on package deals and bargains designed to entice more people to the Bahamas, including a newly renovated airport and reliable tours.

Refutes myths about the Super Bowl, such as the idea that it makes men more violent, as well as facts, including the amount of snack foods consumed by viewers of the football game.

Reports that Swissair will equip its aircraft with plastic restraints in order to control unruly passengers.

Reports that Commodore Cruise Line and Crown Cruise Line have declared bankruptcy.

Reports that the Unites States State Department has renewed its warning against travel to Indonesia because of several bombings in the country on December 25, 2000.

Offers various memories by the members of the 'USA Today' staff, regarding travels and expeditions during 2000.

Reports on the migration patterns of the monarch butterfly, which travels from the United States and Canada to 12 mountain ranges several hours west of Mexico City.

Offers suggestions for travelers who arrive at their destination and discover their luggage was put on a different flight.

Reports on the cancellation of Cuba Cruise Corp. cruises to Cuba, in light of bomb threats made against the cruise ships.

Reports on the prohibition of smoking on Air France airline flights.

Discusses the prices for lodging in New York City in December 2000 and the practice of hotels to raise their rates during the holiday season.

Offers travel information about the opening of ski resorts, the Norwegian Cruise Line destination of Hawaii, data on the increase in the number of Americans visiting Europe in the 'off season,' and Vermont's 'marketing' campaign.

Presents the author's opinion on American tourists; their apparel, mannerisms, and cultural sensitivity.

Presents a view on travelling and tourism in Negril, Jamaica.

Focuses on the souvenir industry in the United States, offering various reactions to purchasers of the vacation mementos. INSET: In search of tacky: Send us your 'best'.