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US airlines fail to rank high in the 2017 Skytrax list of the world's best carriers. What can they learn from winners such as Qatar Airways and Qantas?

As Nanjing marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of China's 'father', we take a peek inside his former home

One of the biggest divisions in Montreal: Which bagel bakery do you prefer? A lot can ride on your St-Viateur vs. Fairmount answer -- even for visitors.

Chef Marc Forgione made his name with a "new American" approach to food.

London hides some of its greatest attractions where visitors never think to look -- beyond the city's center.

One of the biggest divisions in Montreal: Which bagel bakery do you prefer? A lot can ride on your St-Viateur vs. Fairmount answer -- even for visitors.

What happens when a country is too small for a traditional airport? Here's how Europe's tiny states handle their aviation needs.

Tokyo can be overwhelming your first time, but it offers an unmatched sense of discovery. In this travel guide, five locals share their tips for beginners.

A new wave of design-focused properties recognizes that just because you have tots in tow doesn't mean you want cheesy interiors, chicken fingers and character breakfasts.

Two teenagers have been treated in hospital for hypothermia after spending three days lost in the network of catacombs under Paris.

Bangkok's MahaKakhon building is nearing completion. So what's in it for travelers? CNN gets a private tour of the building that's dramatically transformed Bangkok's skyline.

American West photo collection from National Geographic archives is currently touring the U.S.

Venice has for years battled against rising waters. Now it's facing a new threat -- wheeled suitcases.

The ancient ritual for spiritual and physical cleansing is now a top tourist draw in Mexico.

Hailed as one of the top 10 things to see in India, the backwaters of Kerala state offer a chance to take a relaxing look at an often hectic country.

Adventure travel isn't always about riding waves and ascending heights -- sometimes it's about heading inside, to explore the realm of our inner worlds.

•EDITOR'S NOTE: This story was originally published in April 2013. It has not been updated.