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Alaska Airlines won the bidding war over JetBlue and will buy Virgin America in a deal worth more than $4 billion.
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Alaska Airlines won the bidding war over JetBlue and will buy Virgin America in a deal worth more than $4 billion.
Getting a great view in Boston is easy thanks to the accessibility of some of its taller buildings and monuments.
This week, three new routes were added and by the middle of June, six more departures have been schedule to Europe and Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Cecilia Minges lived as an expat in Shanghai, China for four years.
There are several unique vacation opportunities available around the world. However, floating hotels offer a unique twist to traditional vacation accommodations.
Here are five great tips on how to rent a car while traveling abroad to help prevent you from being "taken for a ride."
If you are looking for a unique and historic vacation getaway, you will want to make plans to visit the Roman Colosseum. While there, you can stand where gladiators once fought and feel the energy of what life was like back in ancient Rome.
Boston has expanded beyond the vintage era and must-see spots of old into the year 2016, with fresh and exciting attractions that are all free to the public.
Five of the best international locations where famous movies were filmed.
Many Americans have made Panama a must-visit destination. There is so much to do, including touring, exploring nature and enjoying some of the most affordable cuisine options in the region.
A profile of the five must-see cities on a road trip through the Midwest
Being a small nation, Scotland offers plenty of opportunity for travelers to experience the culture and historic sites without the need to travel long distances. See why so many enjoy visiting this part of the United Kingdom.
Boston plays host to many diverse and entertaining spring festivals for all to enjoy.
A brief profile on seven of the best seafood cities in America
The announcement follows years of controversy over keeping orcas in captivity.
Though many cemeteries can be eerie, that feeling is what can help enhance the overall beauty of the cemetery.
Visitor guide to Holland's world famous tulips fields
Staying at a bizarre hotel gives you the opportunity to stay somewhere that is unique and often a one-of-a-kind vacation experience.
Looking to getaway somewhere this spring? Check out these destinations that aren't too far from the city of Boston.
A practical guide for visitors who have just 48 hours to visit the beautiful city of Austin, Texas
Hong Kong is one of the best cities in the world to experience a diverse collection of restaurants and food styles. Many dishes served in this country date back hundreds of years, while others offer a mix of ancient recipes with a modern twist.
A quick and easy guide to spring break in Cancun, Mexico
St. Patrick's Day is the time of year when everyone digs out their favorite green outfits from the back of their closets and heads out to celebrate this festive Irish-themed holiday.
The Boston Parks & Recreations Department is an active resource for the residents of the city. From obtaining required permits for events to ice skating, venue rental and more, the department is available for all to utilize and enjoy their expertise.
A new innovation from Boeing means that passengers may soon be able to use a freshly cleaned airplane bathroom every time nature calls in the air.
A boy was critically hurt Tuesday morning when a large branch fell on him at YMCA Camp Chickami in Wayland, Massachusetts.
A convicted sex offender is now accused of recording video of children at the Boston Common Frog Pond using sunglasses with a camera.
Police are looking for a woman named Karen Solomon as they investigate the death of a Worcester, Massachusetts, police officer, sources say.
Lindsay Clancy's murder trial resumed Tuesday in Massachusetts with the 15th day of testimony.
Willson Contreras and Mickey Gasper homered, and the Red Sox dismantled the Diamondbacks 11-1 on Monday night.
Investigators are looking for Karen Solomon as they investigate the death of a Worcester police officer, sources say.
Lindsay Clancy's murder trial resumed Tuesday in Massachusetts with the 15th day of testimony.
A boy was critically hurt Tuesday morning when a large branch fell on him at YMCA Camp Chickami in Wayland, Massachusetts.
A convicted sex offender is now accused of recording video of children at the Boston Common Frog Pond using sunglasses with a camera.
WBZ-TV's Dan Roche breaks down what happened at Patriots training camp as the team prepares to welcome A.J. Brown's former team to Foxboro.
Sydney Towle, known for her social media content about living with a rare form of cancer called cholangiocarcinoma, died Wednesday in Bethesda, Maryland.
Massachusetts has seen more than 100 cyclospora cases this summer, with some linked to lettuce.
Several people in New Hampshire have cyclospora infections linked to Taylor Farms lettuce.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Apartment rental scams are rising in the Boston area, according to the FBI. They said there have been nearly 500 victims.
An I-Team investigation into a brazen case of alleged land theft in Concord, Massachusetts has led to criminal charges nearly two years later.
With the Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses strike looming, some parents of newborns in the NICU are sounding the alarm.
A Malden, Massachusetts woman said National Grid took more than $28,000 out of her bank account for a gas bill that she didn't owe.
A Massachusetts family thought their Vrbo stay would be protected after they had to cancel their trip to Hawaii due to severe weather. Now they're out $12,000.
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Panera Bread is moving its headquarters from St. Louis to Weston, Massachusetts.
Breaking Grounds Cafe, a Peabody, Massachusetts coffee shop known for employing people with disabilities, is closing.
The buildings that house the Somerville Theatre and the Capitol Theatre in Arlington, Massachusetts are for sale.
Golden Temple and Party Favors in Brookline are closing after a combined 100 years in business.
There are no more Hooters restaurants left in Massachusetts.
Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House has become one of New England's most imaginative seaside estates.
Blending clean modern lines with the warmth of a classic seaside retreat, this stunning North Shore coastal home was designed to feel both elevated and inviting.
Set across thirty acres of rolling lawns, wooded trails, and contemporary outdoor art, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum invites visitors to experience art in the landscape.
James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Karen Akunowicz has become known for her bold, Italian-inspired cooking and unmistakable culinary voice.
Just a short drive from Newport, the Norman Bird Sanctuary spans 300 acres of fields, forests, and coastal trails with sweeping views and more than six miles of hiking paths.
Willson Contreras and Mickey Gasper homered, and the Red Sox dismantled the Diamondbacks 11-1 on Monday night.
Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Nick Yorke each had two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Boston Red Sox 8-3 after a 2 1/2-hour rain delay.
Dorchester, Massachusetts native Joshua Báez made history on Saturday in his Major League Baseball debut.
Sonny Gray worked seven innings for his career-best 15th win of the season, Wilyer Abreu hit a home run, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 on Saturday night.
Brandon Lowe hit a three-run home run and rookie Rafael Flores Jr. homered for the third time in two days to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Friday night.
Natick says it is installing a new floating boardwalk across Pickerel Pond.
Rising ocean temperatures are drawing more hammerhead sharks to New England waters, researchers say.
Some of the oldest military veterans in Massachusetts were honored with special flights on Friday in a World War II-era aircraft.
After marrying Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, Adam Sandler went to Nantucket in search of a basketball court.
An injured hiker had to be carried off a New Hampshire mountain on a stretcher, but that didn't stop her from getting engaged.