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TRO Travelgram: May 13

05-13-2013

Monday, May 13
Destinations
48 Hours: Kathmandu 
Sixty years after the first successful ascent of Everest, Sue Watt finds ancient temples, royal palaces and rooftop restaurants... The Independent

Why some travelers seek out the world's most dangerous locales 
The truth is that even the most rough and tumble corners of the world invariably have more to offer than a brag-worthy passport stamp. Often hidden behind the negative headlines and inflexible preconceptions are genuine treasures. Though these aren't escapades one should embark on lightly... CNN

A Midsummer Day's Dream in Sweden
After years away, rejoining a traditional Swedish celebration that includes a maypole, singing and dancing, dill-filled dishes and plenty of aquavit... New York Times

Tours and Activities
America's best-kept-secret restaurants
When dining out, not all secrets are meant to be kept — at least that's partly the intent with the "secret" restaurant trend... USA Today

Free things to do in 10 great cities
Vacation expenses often add up much quicker than travelers imagine, thanks to airfares, baggage fees, the cost of gas, hotel rooms and eating out. But being on a restricted budget doesn't have to mean you can't enjoy what a city has to offer... USA Today

An Indiana Town Where Big Names Built
If you've never heard of Columbus, Ind., perhaps the architects who designed buildings there will sound far more familiar... New York Times

Cruise
Update: Search Called off for Couple Missing from Carnival Cruise Ship in Australia
Newspapers in Australia are reporting that the search for the couple who went overboard from Carnival Spirit has been called off. The Australian newspaper has also published the names of the pair, listing them as Paul Rossington, 30, and Kristen Schroder, 27... CruiseCritic.com

Broadway's Legally Blonde to play on cruise ship
Norwegian Cruise Line says the Tony Award-nominated musical will play in the main theater of its next ship, the 4,028-passenger Norwegian Getaway... USA Today

Transportation
Ending 'holding pattern,' FAA cancels plan to close towers
After several weeks of indecision, the Obama administration has decided against closing 149 contractor-run air traffic control towers due to sweeping budget cuts... CNN

Virgin America posts 2012 loss; eyes possible IPO
Virgin America said it's close to turning around its financial losses and could be ready for an initial public offering as early as next year... USA Today

How to tour Europe by train

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