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Texas city hopes house with historic ties draw tourists

April 13, 2013 Special to The Travel Trolley

On a quiet south Irving street, there is a home that blends in with those around it. With a past tied to tragedy, this house, steeped in history, has a story to tell. Now, the City of Irving is investing in its past—and its future.

Family vacation ideas for 2013

January 23, 2013 The Travel Trolley

Looking for a fresh, family-oriented vacation destination this summer? Consider Amelia Island in Florida and a number of other top-rated spots.

Survey: Barbecue a popular dish this Labor Day

August 24, 2012 The Travel Trolley

When it comes to eating this Labor Day, it appears barbecue will be a popular dish, even if it isn’t the most quintessentially American.

United to offer Houston-Lagos 787 service service starting in January

August 24, 2012 The Travel Trolley

United Airlines will operate nonstop Boeing 787 service five days a week between Houston and Lagos, Nigeria, starting Jan. 7, the airline announced.

Museum shows that death is a celebration of life

July 8, 2012 Todd DeFeo

Death, it’s often been said, is an inextricable part of life. But how cultures grieve their deceased and celebrate lives vary greatly. Nowhere is that more apparent than at the National Museum of Funeral History in Houston.

AP: JetBlue pilot found not guilty by reason of insanity

July 3, 2012 The Travel Trolley

A federal judge in Amarillo, Texas, on Tuesday found a JetBlue Airways pilot who left the cockpit mid-flight after telling his colleagues “things just don’t matter” not guilty by reason of insanity, The Associated Press reported.

July 4 a dangerous holiday for red-light running

July 3, 2012 The Travel Trolley

The Fourth of July travel period is the riskiest holiday travel period of the year for red-light running in many states.

Southwest moving forward with plans for international service at Hobby

June 9, 2012 The Travel Trolley

In an overwhelming vote of 16-1, Mayor Annise Parker and Houston City Council recently approved Southwest Airlines’ plans for international service at Hobby Airport.

Johnson Space Center preparing ‘shuttle’ for new exhibit

June 9, 2012 Todd DeFeo

The NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center (JSC) is preparing Space Shuttle Explorer, a replica that for years greeted visitors to Kennedy Space Center in Florida, to serve as its newest attraction.

What is the most dangerous spring break destination?

March 15, 2011 The Travel Trolley

Apparently, Orlando isn’t just home to fairy tales and family-friendly attractions.