You might think an airline ticket has a price. It doesn't. It has a whole pile of possible prices, and behind the scenes, computers are constantly trying to figure out which fares should still be available. And strangely enough, much of that started before most Americans had even seen a computer.

There are places you grow up assuming you simply have to see. Then you finally arrive and discover a crowd, a souvenir shop, a long line, and something that looked considerably more impressive on television. Some of North America's biggest attractions have earned surprisingly brutal reviews from travelers who found them overpriced, overcrowded, or simply underwhelming. That doesn't mean you should never go, but plenty of visitors leave thinking, “Well, I never need to do that again.”

Americans visiting Canadian cottage country discover strange traditions, stunning lakes and a completely different way to spend a summer weekend.

Canadian travelers are rethinking these 25 popular U.S. destinations as rising hotel, dining and vacation costs make old favorites much pricier.

Flight attendants once faced bizarre hiring rules, strict beauty standards and surprising onboard duties that passengers today wouldn't believe.