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Isaac brings higher gas prices, south and north

Drivers are being hit with the biggest one-day jump in gasoline prices in 18 months just as the last heavy driving weekend of the summer approaches.

Endangered whales invade California coastal waters

Grab your camera and binoculars: There's rarely been a better time to go whale-watching off the California coast.

Outlook: Americans expected to travel more this Labor Day

The recent uptick in gas prices isn't stopping Americans from trying to get out of town on the last major travel holiday of the summer.

Gas prices set record as summer draws to a close

AAA says drivers paid an average of $3.72 per gallon Monday, which is the highest price on record for Aug. 20. The auto club says more daily highs are likely

United Airlines loses girl on solo trip to camp

Parents may wonder after a couple alleged this week that their 10-year-old daughter flying to summer camp was stranded at one of the world's busiest airports

SC city bans booze on the beach

One South Carolina beach recently imposed a temporary ban on booze on its shores, and a nationally known beach expert says there are more shore towns that ban

Olympic tourists warned about London cash squeeze

Tourists be warned: The Olympics crush has begun in London — and so has the scramble for cold, hard cash in the pricey British capital.

US gas prices down about 7 cents over past 3 weeks

The average U.S. price of a gallon of gasoline has dropped about 7 cents over the past three weeks.

Airfare continues to climb; up 5.5 percent

An industry group says the price of airlines tickets rose 5.5 percent during the first half of this year.

Town sues forecasters over lost tourism

No one likes a rainy weather forecast. But a seaside town in Belgium is so unhappy with its summer forecast that it's suing.

Paper maps: Amid GPS boom, nostalgia finds a place

Of the more than 35 million Americans expected to travel by car this Fourth of July, a good chunk will probably reach for technology before they're tempted to

Forget hot dogs, glut means cheap lobster prices

A glut has driven down lobster prices in Maine — bringing cheer to lobster-loving consumers at the start of the state's tourist season but gloom among

Midweek July Fourth causes muddle for travelers

For the first time in five years Independence Day falls on a Wednesday, leaving travelers unsure when to celebrate and worrying those who make a living off

IllumiNights at Busch Gardens is back

Find out why you may want to plan a day at Busch Gardens that lasts well into the night.

Motorists drive tanks at Minnesota action park

For anyone who ever has been stuck in traffic, it's a tempting fantasy: If only you were driving a tank and could roll over everything in your path. Some

US gasoline prices cheapest since January

The price of gasoline has dropped to a five-month low, giving drivers some relief ahead of the July 4 holiday.

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WAVY.com Summer Camp Guide

WAVY.com's Summer Camp Guide will help you find great ways for your kids to enjoy the summer break!

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  • Sweet and savory sips for summer

Photos: 15 delicious summer drinks

Refreshing summer sippers to quench your thirst.

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