Full coverage Economic slowdown puts dent in international travel Fast-growing international air travel, a bright spot for airlines in a gloomy first quarter, is now decelerating despite the dollar's strength abroad. Every major airline except Continental and Southwest reported losses last quarter, but revenue growth from flights to Europe, Latin America and Asia helped soften the blow. Now the slower economy and limits on business travel are putting the brakes on that growth, carriers say. Full coverage Hotels pass on energy costs to guests Hotels in a growing number of states are requiring guests to help foot soaring energy bills. Similar fees have now spread to at least 16 states and the District of Columbia, where electricity and natural gas prices have risen.
Hotels use energy mainly for lights, heating and air conditioning.
Many hotels say they will lift the surcharges when energy costs return to normal. The award was a record fifth for the inn, which has won medals in past years for outstanding restaurant, regional chef, restaurant service and wine service. Plan your next foreign adventure in Latin America. Guatemala could switch to the dollar in three to six months, currency experts say. And in Peru and many tourist areas in Mexico, the dollar is now accepted, though it's not an official currency.